A Knowledge Transfer Partnership is a government-sponsored project between a company, a University and a high calibre graduate (called an Associate) to work on a project that is strategically important to the Company. The Associate is employed by the University, works exclusively at the Company for the duration of the project, and is supervised by an Academic expert throughout. Over 5000 organisations have already taken part in KTPs, and this has resulted in dramatic improvements to their profitability, productivity and competitiveness. KTPs last between 6 months and 3 years, and are grant funded 67% for companies with less than 250 employees. They are suitable for strategically important projects. Any type of organisation can take part in KTP and they can involve academics from any discipline. For more information, please contact Jenny Young, KTP Manager, on 01206 874076 or see the Knowledge Transfer Partnerships Website.   [Business Hub Homepage]