The Knowledge Transfer Office of the University of La Laguna (OTC ULL) develops its own projects aligned with its strategic areas of work. These projects are aimed at promoting knowledge transfer, innovation, and the social impact of university activity. Furthermore, they allow for the exploration of new lines of action, the generation of innovative tools and methodologies, and the response to specific challenges in the surrounding environment.
This project aims to Improve research at the ULL by promoting employment associated with knowledge transfer and innovation. The initiative is funded through the Canary Islands Development Fund (FDCAN) and aims to strengthen the University's R&D&I capabilities by supporting structures, human resources, and actions designed to translate research results into social and productive applications. In this way, the project contributes to generating economic and social impact, as well as retaining and attracting research talent.
Tenerife Knowledge Entrepreneurship It is a support program for business initiatives based on knowledge generated at the University of La Laguna. The program aims to to promote the valorization of research results, encourage the creation of technology-based companies, and facilitate the effective transfer of knowledge to the socio-economic fabric. Through mentoring, specialized training, and strategic advising, the initiative supports researchers, students, and entrepreneurs in the development, validation, and consolidation of innovative projects with high impact potential. It was developed in collaboration with the technical team of the FGULL Innovation Agency and funded by the Canary Islands Agency for Research, Innovation, and the Information Society of the Government of the Canary Islands.WEB
It is a European project aimed at Strengthen the innovation ecosystem through collaboration between academia and business.. This initiative promotes open innovation, knowledge transfer, and the development of innovative solutions with an impact on the socio-economic fabric, especially in regions of Macaronesia and West Africa.It is made up of 17 partners such as: the University of La Laguna, the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and a consortium of universities, research centers, foundations and entities supporting innovation in the Canary Islands, Madeira, the Azores and West Africa.It is financed by the INTERREG VI-A Madeira-Azores-Canary Islands (MAC) Programme 2021-2027, co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).WEB
The University of La Laguna participates as a partner entity in the initiative The Conversation, This international outreach platform connects the research community with society through informative content based on scientific evidence. This collaboration allows ULL researchers to contribute rigorous analyses on current issues, reinforcing the University's commitment to public communication of knowledge and open access to science.WEB