Marketing and Business Development

ASTP corroborates the strong need for profound insights and exchanges on practices, instruments and competencies that cut across functional, organisational, institutional, sectorial and geographic boundaries.

Koenraad Debackere

KU Leuven, Belgium

I learned more in the training course for 3 days than I did in the last 3 months at my job. The lectures were informative & interesting.

Hanna Sonnig

Setterwalls Advokatbyrå, Sweden

Organisation and speakers were great, so enthusiastic about their work and very good at transferring their knowledge.

Sarka Bartova

Research Centre Rez, Czech Republic

ASTP brought the right structure and terminology to my knowledge of technology licensing.

René Widmer

ETH Transfer, Switzerland

The course exceeded my expectations. We exchanged experiences and learned different options of approaches to existing problems.

Patricia Lima

Instituto Superior Technico, Portugal

Most relevant, interesting and practical training I have ever had, very interactive an multi-disciplinary. It makes an IMPACT.

Edith van Lishout

KU Leuven, Belgium

ASTP Conference offers great networking and learning opportunities;  a chance to share knowledge with colleagues from various areas of expertise.

Bruno Woeran

Merinova OY - TII President, Finland

International presence is amazing, so many countries, universities... represented here!!

Christian Massus

SATT Aquitaine, France

As always, superb topics and inspirational speakers. Great networking. Well worth the time out of the office!!! Great work HQ, thank you.

Peter Deakin

Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden

This course gives an in-depth understanding on managing contract portfolio, including research contracts, license agreements, and other collaboration agreements.

Ram Siddappa

Erasmus MC, Netherlands

Most experienced technology transfer crew in the Europe.

Krzysztof Maternicki

Jan Dlugosz University, Poland

Just perfect 3 days full of information and perfect communication.

Petr Kubečka

Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic

The course Software Specific Challenges is a must for every TTO/KTO professional, especially for those working with Social Sciences and Humanities!

Brechtje Vreenegoor

Radboud University, Netherlands

Fruitful discussion.

Cecile Henrich-Burkhardt

Technical University of Munich, Germany

Technology transfer is ever changing and a key piece for the competitiveness of your institution, this course is an excellent tool to prepare yourself for that challenge.

Ricardo Castro

Centre for research in agricultural Genomics, Spain

I am happy to be able to share my own experiences with other colleagues via various courses, and I enjoy every moment I can spend in this network. Proud to be part of the ASTP community!

Paul van Dun

KU Leuven, Belgium

Thank you for such enjoyable inspiring event, great choice of the lecturers!!!

Linda Ondrackova

University of Pardubice, Czech Republic

Recent studies on both sides of the Atlantic, directed by either ASTP or AUTM, demonstrate the tremendous economic and societal benefit and value technology transfer has brought us.

Koenraad Debackere

KU Leuven, Belgium

A lot of fruitful discussions with experienced peers. Very helpful sessions.

Sara Matt-Leubner

University of Innsbruck, Austria

The event had something to offer all members of the TT community from entry level to mid-career and beyond.

John Gleeson

University of Limerick, Ireland

Was great to meet counterparts in my profession who may share my experiences, but who may also have other ideas and approaches.

Tim Moser

Netherlands Cancer Institute, Netherlands

I had a great experience and met high profile professionals.

Antonio Menegatti

Politecnico di Milano, Italy

This was the right decision giving me the broadest overview, confidence, tools, network and support that is fundamental to feel right in my daily decision process and to keep on learning.

Ricardo Castro

Centre for research in agricultural Genomics, Spain

The best opportunity to learn and discuss common issues and interests directly with peers.

Ian Nicoud

LURIS, Netherlands

One very long and hard day, but very useful for my work in TTO.

Petr Kubečka

Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic

Exciting training, even after almost 10 hours I am curious about more experience and knowledge.

Petr Suchomel

Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic

The experts, the specific content and the informal setting will improve you as a professional.

Brechtje Vreenegoor

Radboud Universteit, Netherlands

This course gives an in-depth understanding on managing contract portfolio, including research contracts, license agreements, and other collaboration agreements.

Ram Siddappa

Erasmus MC, Netherlands

Perfect place to meet colleagues and share experiences on Technology Transfer.

Lidia Aguilera

University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg

Good opportunity to discuss common issues with fellow professionals and to get updates about the community.

Giuseppe Visimberga

Leiden University, Netherlands

Perfect balance of learning and networking.

Smiljka Vikic-Topic

University of Zagreb, Croatia

ASTP has excellent courses to immerse yourself into the world of tech transfer.

Qing Cai

Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium

It was great to experience the uncomplicated and fruitful exchange with colleagues from all over Europe, as well as the positive professional spirit of this conference.

Franck Döbrich

Universitat des Saarlandes WuT GmbH, Germany

ASTP Annual conference is a unique opportunity to take time to exchange best practices among TT professionals and to network at an EU level.

Cécile Cavalade

ULB TTO, Belgium

It is always encouraging to see that other TTOs are encountering the same problems that we do!

Aurore De Boom

Université Libré de Bruxelle, Belgium

ASTP has attained a unique position that has turned it into a highly valued player on the global technology transfer scene.

Koenraad Debackere

KU Leuven, Belgium

Starting or changing any procedure at a TTO/Institution is challenging and I could not think of anything better than learning with the best.

Ricardo Castro

Centre for research in agricultural Genomics, Spain

Excellent organisation, multifarious activities, great atmosphere… I can't say enough about how well it is tailored to the needs of technology transfer professions.

Tamara Čolić Milosavljević

Centre of Technology Transfer - University of Belgrade, Serbia

This is a wonderful conference to expand the horizon of my knowledge of tech transfer and commercialisation.

Seung-Ho Lee

Deltatech-Korea, South Korea

Three days of learning and networking in Dublin at ASTP annual conference. What a great event!!

Sandra Aresta

CIBIO - Centro de Investigação em Biodiversidade e Recursos Genéticos, Portugal

The new website signals this pioneering, resonating role and is a tribute to the many accomplishments and innovations European TTO’s have generated and implemented over many years, thus strengthening both our economy and society.

Koenraad Debackere

KU Leuven, Belgium

Great atmosphere to learn and to share experiences.

Maria Ruiz Novales

Interface-Enterprises - University of Liege, Belgium

Excellent professional gathering, perfect collection of topics and very up-to-date insight.

Ludovic Urgeghe

University of Mons, Belgium

Great networking, new knowledge and inspiration!

Jonas Rimbäck

University of Gothenburg, Sweden

The software training filled in the many blanks and brought my 'fractioned' knowledge in a structured way. Very useful!

Ilse Sienaert

KU Leuven R&D, Belgium

A must-do for any staff involved in technology transfer and start-up creation.

Frederic Ratel

Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia, Spain

ASTP's conference helped us to network with decision-makers in the technology transfer industry and provides a great platform to discuss future innovation in this sector.

Christopher Römer

Inventtory, Germany

Always simply inspiring! That is ASTP.

Filip Auinger

Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic

From day one ASTP has been a tremendous help. Learning throughs seminars and workshops or meeting peers for discussions, there is always someone around to exchange ideas with.

Paul van Dun

KU Leuven, Belgium

I strongly recommend the course, even if you are not going to set-up an office but you are part of the team that wants to change or improve how technology transfer is done at your institution.

Ricardo Castro

Centre for research in agricultural Genomics, Spain

I really like the course and the networking. I would like to come again.

Nancy Goel

Qatar Foundation, Qatar

This course offers an opportunity to meet likeminded people, share tips and tricks, and dive into different approaches to help you set up and improve KTO processes.

Brechtje Vreenegoor

Radboud University, Netherlands

Great networking and learning opportunities to share knowledge with colleagues from their various areas of expertise.

Bruno Woeran

Merinova OY - TII President, Finland

There was ample opportunity to learn from colleagues through the workshop sessions or more formally through speakers either sharing their years of experience or their state of the art research. Well worth attending.

John Gleeson

University of Limerick, Ireland

The expert-panel discussion educated me in strategic and meritorious choice of inventions to approach investors and manage investment funds for establishing a spin off.  

Ram Siddappa

Erasmus MC, Netherlands

Working and Learning with old and new friends – best way to do it!

Sara Matt-Leubner

University of Innsbruck, Austria

The software course has provided invaluable information as our TTO expands to take on software cases.

Tom Withnell

University of Vienna, Austria