Recent interruptions in U.S. government funding emphasize the importance of strong university-industry research collaborations. With federal funding becoming less predictable, faculty researchers—especially those accustomed to traditional grants—can benefit from institutional support to engage more effectively with industry.
Having a set of credible metrics that can be used to both monitor progress and demonstrate value is an essential element of an external collaboration, particularly strategic alliances that involve multiple projects over an extended time frame.
As someone who has managed several red team reviews– which I define as a review of a mature draft of
a proposal that is close to submission – I’ve learned that a well-structured and thoughtful process can
make all the difference in turning a good proposal into a great one.
Whether your organization already has an existing university engagement program, or you are looking to launch one, it behooves you to structure the engagement to maximize efficiency, effectiveness, and the chances for growth and longevity. To do so, we have found that your organization must address several critical success elements.
Thinking about putting together a master research agreement (MRA) to support a university-industry (U-I) relationship? MRAs can be a powerful tool under the right circumstances, but they require significant time and effort from both parties. Before diving into the when and why of MRAs, let’s quickly review what they are and how they differ from standard project contracts.
There is a lot of interest lately in understanding the characteristics of an innovation ecosystem. If I had to point to one thing that makes a difference each step of the way – I would say it is incorporating a broad set of perspectives.
Community building is hard. There are so many variables and so many different actors – all with so many different personalities.
A Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA) is often the first negotiation between a company and a university and can be a pivotal part of establishing productive relationships in research and technology transfer.
Large and mid-size innovation-driven companies have a strategic interest in partnering with universities to keep a pulse on future research directions, identify novel solutions to existing challenges, and connect to the talent pipeline.
At seven years since founding, the cumulative survival rate of tech companies was about the same regardless of how they were funded. Yet, that is where the similarities ended.
Publishing research results in a reputable technical journal is a desirable outcome for a successful academic research collaboration.
For a University-Industry collaboration to work well, trust is crucial. It begins with individuals but needs to extend to the organizations involved. Trust takes time to build and can easily be broken. Building trust between organizations, especially when they have distinct cultures, requires extra care and attention.
In the dynamic landscape of education and industry, the integration of experiential learning (EL) stands as a powerful bridge between academic theory and practical application.
Establishing a successful business engagement function within the university environment is one of the most valuable strategies an institution can undertake.
As companies progress in their open innovation journey, they often look to establish strategic partnerships with selected universities.
When it comes to optimizing management of university-industry (U-I) research and development (R&D) collaborations for a company, it’s crucial to understand the advantages of employing professional corporate staff.
Learn how UI Collab can help empower teams, refine strategies, and boost innovation ecosystems.
Guidance on how university faculty and staff can present research capabilities to prospective industry partners.
For successful collaborations, understanding effective communications is key.
How can we help you and your research collaborators increase success and strengthen your university- industry partnerships?
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