Knowledge Transfer

Transport Research and Knowledge Transfer (KT)

Knowledge Transfer plays a vital role in the development of understanding, in the application of research, and in the design of appropriate new research to meet the current and future needs of universities and communities alike. KT should, thus, be seen as a vital two way exchange of information, ideas and concepts between universities, communities and governments. The Transport Research Institute is one of a small number of institutes offering a subject focused KT coordinator, with the key and explicit task of developing and expanding links between TRI and its key partners. 

The TRI Knowledge Transfer coordinator, Dr James Cooper, is active in developing relationships between the University, industries and communities. Current KT activities include relationships and joint working with the Scottish Government, Local Authority and Scottish Enterprise.

Key benefits of KT are immediately visible as a method of developing relationships and bringing new thinking, research and technological development directly from universities to industrial and professional partners, as well as providing input to the university, in direction and application of research ideas.

TRI's KT partners have recognised the significance of working directly with the Transport Research Institute, with current partnerships with the Scottish Government, local and regional councils and transport providers throughout Scotland. 

For further information contact the TRI KT Coordinator: