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Knowledge Networks

The objective of the Knowledge Network Programme is to catalyse collaboration and bring more innovation to market. This is achieved through Knowledge Networks, which bring together representatives of the knowledge base and business. Each Knowledge Network has a very specific focus on the commercialisation of R&D for a technology or group of technologies, and usually falls into one of the following four categories:

• Technologies underpinning the health-care sector.
• Nanotechnology.
• Technologies for complex and extreme environments.
• Technologies for sustainable development.

Consideration is also given on a case by case basis to topics that fall outside these categories.

The Knowledge Networks engender a creative environment in which lateral thinking and 'challenge' is promoted; cross-sectoral approaches are encouraged.

The Knowledge Networks are run by expert facilitators; they may be hosted by the SEEDA Sector Consortia or, where appropriate, the knowledge base. Take a look at further information on active Knowledge Networks.

If you have ideas for a Knowledge Network potentially suitable for SEEDA funding please contact us.

Knowledge Network Community

There is a broad community in the SEEDA Region that is interested in the activities of the Knowledge Network Programme, this is referred to as the Knowledge Network Community. The Knowledge Network Community is open to all and meets twice a year (click here for details of the next meeting). The meetings take the form of:

• An update on knowledge transfer and innovation activities.
• Opportunity for members to provide feedback on (and engage in) the existing Knowledge Networks and to propose topics for new Knowledge Networks.
• Opportunity for members to provide feedback on knowledge transfer activities.

If you would like to know more please contact us.