InfraBooster Foundation

The course is delivered as synchronous online training, involving presentations, discussions, case studies, individual and team assignments.

Course outline

1. Introduction to EIT InfraBooster certification pathways: knowledge, skills and competences; benefits for participants and their organisations.
2. Leveraging research infrastructures (RIs) for knowledge transfer: third mission of universities and public research institutes (going beyond teaching and research, societal contributions, knowledge transfer scenarios); making money from research at scientific organisations: technology transfer, spin-offs, contract R&D, analytical services and education and the opportunities for making money from commercial access to RIs; RIs of scientific organisations that open up opportunities for industrial collaboration and revenue generation: benefits, limitations and risks.
3. How to select research infrastructures (RIs) for knowledge transfer: identifiable, relevant and competitive RIs; looking for RIs differentiators; RIs as the basis for commercial strategy.
4. Case study - knowledge transfer opportunities, decision making and selection criteria: discussion of research focus areas a fictional university faculty (FADES), types of R&D activities and opportunities for industrial collaboration; research infrastructures - sources of uniqueness, target customers/industries that benefit from the RI, ways of making money from the RI, existing versus planned RIs.

The InfraBooster Foundation course offers you a variety of advantages that are designed to build your competencies and enhance your professional trajectory, particularly if you are involved in the management of, or research within, scientific infrastructures.

Here are the main benefits of participating in this programme:

1. You will gain a profound understanding of how research infrastructures can be leveraged for science-industry collaboration.

2. The program equips you with the skills to select the most commercially relevant research infrastructures. You'll learn how to assess their potential for revenue generation.

3. Throughout the course, you'll engage in case studies and discussions that sharpen your critical thinking and decision-making skills and prepare you to tackle complex problems and make informed decisions about using research infrastructures in various scenarios.

4. By participating in the programme, you’ll connect with other professionals from across Europe, which can lead to collaborations and open up new opportunities.

5. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate accredited with the EIT Label, not only enhancing your CV but also underscoring your expertise in managing and utilizing research infrastructures.

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