The KTUR² network brings together Knowledge and Technology Transfer offices and academic research units in the Upper Rhine to stimulate innovation in the region.
Spotlight
ConferenceKTUR² Launch conference ‘‘Boost your competitiveness by accessing university talent, technology and innovation in the Upper Rhine region’’ is at the 360 Grand Est !
We are thrilled to announce that our 15 strong trinational partners and some exceptional guests, such as Michiel Scheffer, President of the European Innovation Council, Michel de Mathelin, 1st Vice President and Vice President Strategy and innovation at Université de Strasbourg and a representative of the European Commission (tbc), will highlight KTUR² on the 20th of May in Strasbourg!
What can you expect from this conference?
Inspiring perspectives on tomorrow’s scientific, industrial and economic challenges.
Exciting meetings with key players in innovation and research.
A networking cocktail to connect your projects to innovation and strengthen your cross-border connections.
A unique opportunity to discover how KTUR², supported by the European Union, highlights the talents, technologies and innovation of the Upper Rhine to open up new opportunities for businesses and researchers!
Join us to be part of the future of innovation!
20/05/2025
R&D
18/06/2025
Lab Visit – Discover the Future of Industry!
Join us for a unique opportunity to explore the “Industry of the Future 5.0” R&D platform at Icam – Institut Catholique d’Arts et Métiers, the first of its kind in the Grand Est region!
Strasbourg – June 18, 2025 | 5:00 PM
Event held in French & German
The event is co-organize by Pilier Sciences and Pilier Economie RMT / Säule Wirtschaft der TMO
Investors
25/06/2025
Investor Speed Dating: Hot Startups. Cool Matches.
KTUR Venture Dates will take place on the 25th of June at 42kaiserslautern, connecting founders, investors & innovation lovers for bold ideas, real conversations, and powerful partnerships.
Exclusive startup-investor speed dating
Live pitch competition with audience voting
Networking with founders & investors
Inspiring speakers
REGISTER NOW!
Startups & Investors:
Application forms are available on: https://venturedates.com/
Startup applications must be submitted by May 15, 2025.
12 universities and their research units are joining forces to create a solid bridge between the academic and business worlds in the cross-border Upper Rhine region, where Germany, France and Switzerland meet.
What does KTUR² want to achieve?
Launched in September 2024, KTUR² is supported by the European Union.
innovation and technologies from research units.
thanks to cross-border continuing education.
the development of entrepreneurship and startups around the Upper Rhine.
Upper Rhine innovation funding schemes.
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