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Innovation & Technology Transfer Forum

A flagship event by SRTI Park bringing together startups, researchers, investors, and government to turn breakthrough technologies into real-world impact.

United for Innovation

The Power of the Golden Triangle

Hosted at SRTI Park, the Innovation & Technology Transfer Forum unites government leaders, academic institutions, and industry pioneers to accelerate the journey from research to market. The forum explores how cross-sector collaboration drives IP commercialisation, smart policymaking, and tech-driven entrepreneurship. Connect with scientists, startups, and investors to shape the future of sustainable innovation.

  • Participants 1000+
  • Speakers and international guest 25+
  • Countries 20+

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    2024 Forum Speakers

    • Ahmad Saleh

      Ahmad Saleh

      Partner, Head of Innovation, Patents & Industrial Property (3IP), ALTAMIMI & CO

    • H.E.Dr. Abdelrahman Hassan Al Muaini

      H.E.Dr. Abdelrahman Hassan Al Muaini

      Assistant Undersecretary of Intellectual, Property Sector, Ministry of Economy

    • Steve Griffiths

      Steve Griffiths

      Professor and Vice Chancellor for Research at AUS

    • Stephane Timpano

      Stephane Timpano

      Chief Executive Officer, ASPIRE

    • Mohamed Al Hemairy

      Mohamed Al Hemairy

      Head of Technology Transfer Office, UOS

    • Fatma AlMheiri

      Fatma AlMheiri

      Acting Director of Technology Adoption & Development, MOIAT

    • Dr. Khalid Aldakkan

      Dr. Khalid Aldakkan

      Senior Vice President, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST)

    • Abdullah Alzarouni

      Abdullah Alzarouni

      Vice President, Technology Development & Transfer Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA)

    2024 Forum Agenda

    IASP WANA & ITT Forum
    • 01 09:30 – 10:00
      Registration and Networking

    • 02 10:00 – 10:10
      Welcome and Introduction by H.E Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SRTIP.

    • 03 10:10 – 10:30
      Keynote Speech

    • 04 10:30 – 11:10
      Panel 1

      Triple Helix collaboration: how partnerships between academia, industry, and government support IP generation, registration, protection, and commercialization, driving economic growth.

    • 05 11:10 – 11:50
      Panel 2

      Managing Innovation: the role of technology transfer offices in facilitating collaborations across sectors and optimizing innovation.

    • 06 11:50 – 12:00
      Sponsors’ Videos & Energy Break

    • 07 12:00 – 12:40
      Panel 3

      Global policies for emerging technologies: challenges in international IP protection and policy support.

    • 08 12:40 – 13:20
      Panel 4

      Commercializing innovation: effective strategies for bringing innovations to market.

    • 09 14:00 – 15:00
      Lunch & Networking

    Photos from Past Events

    Packed Atrium B as innovators gather for the ITT Forum keynote.

    Morning plenary session under SRTI Park’s signature skylight.

    Stakeholders from government, academia, and industry engaged in the main hall

    Panel on MENA-grown startups driving science and innovation

    Bird’s-eye view of the forum showcasing vibrant cross-sector dialogue

    Opening remarks highlighting Sharjah’s tech-transfer milestones

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    Be the first to know about upcoming editions of the Innovation & Technology Transfer Forum. Stay informed about opportunities to connect with leading minds across government, academia, and industry.

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