ROBO-KNOT

Problematic: While Europe is proficient at generating innovative knowledge, there is often a disconnect in translating research findings into competitive products and services that address societal needs. There is a need to encourage researchers to transition between academia, industry, and other sectors enables the flow of both explicit knowledge, such as publications and patents, and tacit knowledge, like insights and experiences.

Objective: ROBO-KNOT creates impactful and long-lasting collaborations between industry and academia, recognising the importance of such partnership in accelerating the development and uptake of innovative solutions. In line with the latest European Commission Recommendation on the topic, the ROBO-KNOT consortium composition also involves other R&I actors, such as technology and science parks, which serve as valuable intermediaries in the cross-pollination between industry and academia.

Key Activities: ROBO-KNOT promotes collaboration between academic and non-academic organisations through secondments of Research and Innovation (R&I) talent. These secondments will respond to the specific needs of the two categories of talent seconded – researchers and R&I support staff – by developing their transferable and entrepreneurial skills. At the institutional level, the project strengthens capacities through the two-way exchange of cutting-edge knowledge, increasing the competitiveness of the participating organisations.