Knowledge Exchange and Innovation, with Amanda Selvaratnam, University of York

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In this podcast episode about knowledge exchange and innovation, I'm joined by my guest Amanda Selvaratnam, Associate Director of Research and Enterprise at the University of York in the UK.

Key topics we cover are:

• What is Knowledge Exchange and why does it matter?
• Collaborative Learning: Strategies for Effective Knowledge Exchange
• From Theory to Practice: How to Implement Knowledge Exchange in Real Projects
• Building Strong Networks for Effective Knowledge Exchange
• Maximising the Impact of Knowledge Exchange: Tips and Techniques
• The Future of Knowledge Exchange: Trends and Innovation

Amanda is an expert on commercialising innovation and getting research out there being used in the community for real by communities, businesses, and organizations so that it can make impact. She shares some great examples.

We talk about how businesses and other organisations can connect with universities for knowledge exchange and innovation to access and optimize research opportunity.

It really is a value-packed episode, thanks to Amanda's insight and the generosity of her sharing her experience.

I'm sure you're going to enjoy it and get lots from it.

Amanda and I would love to hear what you think. Do please let us know in the comments.

More about Amanda Selvaratnam:

Amanda Selvaratnam, Associate Director Research Innovation and Knowledge Exchange (Impact), University of York

Following a scientific career in research and industry, Amanda moved into business intelligence with GlaxoSmithKline prior to joining the University of York in 1999. Amanda is responsible for the engagement of the University with business with a focus on impact through the development and delivery of professional development and executive education courses, technology transfer and regional economic development.

Amanda is also the Founder and Director of the Training Gateway, an organisation that supports UK training and education organisations to win training and education contracts and develop partnerships overseas. Working extensively in the Gulf and South East Asia, Amanda has led over 30 trade missions and supported dozens of UK training and education organisations develop international business partnerships.

The links we mention in the episode are:

• Amanda Selvaratnam on LinkedIn
• Business and working with the University of York: [e-mail]
• Praxis Auril Knowledge Exchange organisation and conference
• University video knowledge Exchange
• StreetLife Video
• StreetLife Video 2
• York City Video

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