The EU’s knowledge valorisation policy framework aims to unlock the economic and societal value of publicly funded research and addresses the question of how universities, RTOs, start-ups and SMEs can turn research results into real impact while also managing strategic risks, IP management and technology transfer. This half‑day workshop, organised by the INSPIRING ERA project, will convene a diverse group of stakeholders from across Europe, including policymakers, funding bodies, research organisations, intermediaries, SMEs and start‑ups, to examine how intellectual assets and IP can be managed, valorised and internationally shared in ways that are secure, impactful and aligned with EU values.
Through presentations and INSPIRING ERA Exchanges, participants will examine how to design knowledge valorisation, manage intellectual assets, and develop knowledge valorisation tools that are compatible with research security and international cooperation. The event will emphasise practical cases around academic start‑ups and spin‑offs, proof‑of‑market and IP valorisation tools, helping bridge EU‑funded R&I results with responsible market uptake.
Why Attend?
This INSPIRING ERA Workshop will:
- Explore how EU knowledge valorisation policies into practical workflows, templates and decision‑support tools for universities, RTOs and companies.
- Facilitate cross‑sector dialogue among policymakers, practitioners, TTOs, IP and compliance officers, and innovation intermediaries on how to turn research into practice and apply knowledge in the EU and beyond.
- Highlight practical cases related to academic start‑ups and spin‑offs, proof‑of‑market approaches and impact‑oriented IP management that bridge research results to responsible market uptake.
- Enable co‑creation of targeted recommendations for aligning knowledge valorisation, research security and strategic autonomy at EU and national levels.
Programme Highlights
Welcome and Introduction
- Opening remarks, EU knowledge valorisation policy context and INSPIRING ERA overview.
Introductory session: Knowledge valorisation in practice
- Presentations on improving intellectual assets and IP valorisation tools, strengthening support for academic start‑ups and spin‑offs, and introducing the INSPIRING ERA Policy Brief on Knowledge Valorisation.
Pitching Session: Knowledge Valorisation Best Practices from across Europe
- Pitches of 12–20 best practices showcasing how different organisations are turning research into impact while managing risks and strategic interests.
Stakeholder Breakout Discussions
- Interactive group sessions addressing predefined challenges related to incentives, funding continuity, operationalisation of EU tools, intermediary capacities and dual‑use risk management.
Presentation of Breakout Results and Wrap‑up
- Facilitators share key breakout findings; reflections on follow‑up actions and ways to approach the main challenges
Networking Reception
- Informal exchanges to build connections between participants and explore future collaboration opportunities.
Target Audience
- Policymakers and European Commission representatives working on knowledge valorisation and research security
- Research managers and administrators at universities, RFOs and RPOs
- Technology transfer offices (TTOs) and IP professionals
- Compliance and research security officers
- SMEs, start‑ups and early‑stage entrepreneurs engaged in valorisation activities
- Representatives of research funding organisations at EU, national and regional level
- Intermediaries and innovation support organisations involved in valorisation pathways
How to Participate?
Secure your place at the NCBR Brussels Office, Rue Belliard 40, Brussels, on 9 June 2026, 14:30–20:00 CET and join a high‑impact exchange on how to apply knowledge in the EU.
Participation is subject to prior registration and the number of places is limited. Registration is open until 22 May 2026.
Register now: Registration link
Call for pitching contributions – share your best practices
If you would like to share your own best practices in knowledge valorisation, you are warmly invited to apply for the dedicated best practices pitching session. Selected contributors will receive reimbursement of accommodation and travel costs. The application deadline for the pitching session is 22 May 2026.
Apply for the best practices pitching session and get your travel and accommodation reimbursed! – Pitching survey
Contact
For further information, please contact:
Maciej Zdanowicz, EU Policy Advisor
NCBR – NCBR Office in Brussels
maciej.zdanowicz@ncbr.gov.pl
