KTO

The Knowledge Transfer Office (KTO) was created in 1988 with the goal of promoting the coupling of the scientific, technological and productive environments within the Science-Technology-Industry System. Similarly, universities, national public research centres, university-business foundations and many technology centres have offices of these same characteristics. In our case, we are committed to be part of this network seeking to promote technological dissemination, R&D and communication with the industrial environment.

In fact, our work at KTO-GAIKER-IK4 seeks to involve companies in the management and development of R&D as a tool for competitiveness and technological progress, not only by undertaking R&D projects but also by fostering participation in other activities conducted at the Centre.

Our goals include:

• Promoting the structure and operation of the KTO
• Evaluation and identification of emerging technological needs
• Stimulation of technological dissemination and communication to the industrial environment
• Promotion of R&D and participation in international projects
• Fostering of Technological Services