Date Created: 24 November 2011
A new-look web portal that makes it easier to find new technologies from Scottish universities has been launched by University Technology.
The unique initiative has been created to improve business and industry engagement with Scottish research institutions.
University Technology publishes the latest technology opportunities in one convenient location, meaning investors do not need to trawl through numerous university websites to find a commercial opportunity that matches their interests.
Derek Waddell, Director of Research and Commercialisation at the University of Edinburgh, commented: “University Technology is driven by a unique collaboration of Scottish universities working together to help companies find technologies available for licensing and collaboration opportunities to solve their problems and help their businesses grow.”
Recent technology opportunities available from Scotland’s universities include a modular reconfigurable robotic system, chemo/anti-cancer therapeutic compounds and optical microfluidic sorting techniques.
A huge benefit to Scotland
The initiative is likely to have a positive effect on attracting investment to Scotland and boosting the country’s reputation as a centre of technological excellence. The initiative could also impact on Scottish companies looking for new technologies to improve their businesses.
Anne MacColl, Chief Executive of SDI welcomed the new portal: "Scottish Development International and the GlobalScot Network are key mechanisms helping to expand international awareness of this unique initiative.
“Working together we will use their extensive networks to continue to promote and encourage collaborative international knowledge exchange for Scotland."
The improved portal will also simplify the technology transfer process by making it even easier by providing a set of standardised documents and agreements covering confidentiality, licensing and collaborative development.
New features include a customisable plug-in tool that allows partners or intermediaries to publish the latest technologies from Scotland’s universities on their websites. This useful tool can be set to highlight the latest opportunities from one or more key sectors.
Visit the new University Technology web portal