The OSPO promotes and supports the principles of open source and open data, in knowledge transfer and industry engagement within Trinity College. The office empowers researchers to execute on their open source and open data strategies by providing advice and the tools they need.

Principles

We support the principles of the Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) model which provides tools and processes with which researchers can create, exchange, share and exploit software and knowledge efficiently and effectively. We acknowledge that open source access to knowledge and intellectual property is not limited to software and data. The same principles can also apply to hardware and other intellectual assets

Supports and Tools

We provide advice on suitable Open Source licences to deploy in order to comply with grant conditions. Similarly, we issue template agreements for engagement with industry partners to ensure the objectives of both parties are protected.

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Dr. John Whelan

ICT Commercialisation Manager

Aoife Tierney

Knowledge Transfer Manager (AHSS)

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Spinout & Venture Support

Dedicated guidance, commercialisation support, governance, and access to funding for new company formation based on Trinity IP. We help investors interested in Trinity’s pipeline of emerging opportunities.

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Industry-Research Collaboration

We facilitate strategic research-industry collaborations that accelerate discovery for spinouts and ventures, and deliver high-value societal and economic impact for industry, investors and end users.

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Academic Consultancy

We connect Trinity academics with businesses, charities, State bodies and the Public Sector to share their knowledge and expertise where it helps inform strategy, policy and innovation.

Research Contracts

We provide professional review and execution of all funded research and service agreements.

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