Ecoinno2SME project
The overall aim of the project is to reinforce the dissemination and exploitation of project results of SMEs in the areas ECO-Innovation in such a way that they are supported to bridge the gap between research and exploitation, hence expand their businesses and, accordingly, raise their competitiveness in the world markets. The project will evaluate finished FP5/6-projects with the involvement of SMEs. By defining sub-clusters of ECO-Innovation (e.g. energy, waste, eco-products) the project will follow an interdisciplinary approach in order to support exploitation and dissemination of results in these clusters.
Website link: http://www.ecoinno2sme.eu

PRESTO
PRESTO is a Coordination and Support Action (supporting) financed by the European Commission (EC) within the scope of the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) which aims at facilitating the identification of priority research topics for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Associations (SMEsAs) by establishing a close and sustainable dialogue with European Technology Platforms (ETPs).

In order to perform the activities foreseen by the project, PRESTO will be concentrated on one main industrial sector -Construction Sector- and will devote a specific focus on new technologies of three construction-ancillary domains -Energy, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), and New Materials- which play not only a significant role in the European economy but, more importantly, which are Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) intensive sectors.
Website link: http://www.presto-project.eu

ERINA
The ERINA study analyses and provides recommendations on the mechanisms to bridge leading edge ICT infrastructures and innovation by extending the use of Research Infrastructures to e-Health, e-Learning and e-Government domains. The set of recommendations will examine a potential implementation effort for adopting e-Infrastructure concepts in these contexts and further analyse potential synergies and economies of scales on a European level. The analysis will examine different scenarios to identify barriers and enablers for technology and knowledge transfer specifically with educational, governmental and healthcare sector in mind.
Website link: http://www.erina-study.eu/homepage.asp

ProTon Europe
ProTon Europe is a pan-European network of Technology Transfer Offices (TOs) and companies affiliated to universities and other Public Research Organisations (PROs). ProTon is funded by the European Commission as part of its Gate2Growth initiative for the purpose of enhancing commercialisation of publicly funded research and development activities.

ProTon funds Staff Exchange Programmes to support the transfer of good practices between its members. Employees of member organisations are eligible for exchanges lasting from 2 to 5 days. Funding covers travel expenses, a daily allowance and a grant to the organisation playing host and organising the exchange.
Website: http://www.protoneurope.org/

Association for University Research and Industry Links (AURIL)
AURIL is a professional association representing all practitioners involved in knowledge creation, development and exchange in the UK who work to ensure that new ideas, technologies and innovations flow from their institution into the market place. AURIL's membership includes Universities, NHS trusts and public sector research establishments.

AURIL delivers a CPD programme nationally, which is aimed at supporting KT practitioners across the UK. In addition to providing short courses and workshops, it also awards KT practitioners professional certification in Knowledge Transfer through assessed portfolio (professional award), non-assessed portfolio and post-graduate certification routes. AURIL CPD activities in the East of England are coordinated through Nana Musa at the University of Hertfordshire .
Websites: http://www.auril.org.uk/ and http://www.auril-cpd.org/

AUTM
The mission of AUTM is to promote, support and improve academic technology transfer worldwide and demonstrate its benefits globally through education, advocacy, networking and communication.
Website link: http://www.autm.net/

Enterprise Europe Network
The network offers support and advice to businesses across Europe and helps them make the most of the opportunities in the European Union. The services are specifically designed for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) but are also available to all businesses, research centres and Universities across Europe.
Website link : http://www.enterprise-europe-network.ec.europa.eu/index_en.htm