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LBTU Technology and Knowledge Transfer Centre (TEPEK)

Collaborate with Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies – Unlock Innovation Together!

Our Innovation Partnership Network:

Cooperation partner network

Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies (LBTU) actively supports entrepreneurs and industry partners in accessing cutting-edge research and innovations developed by its researchers and students. Through close collaboration, businesses can leverage LBTU’s scientific expertise and intellectual property (IP) portfolio to co-develop competitive, research-based products and services.

LBTU Technology and Knowledge Transfer Centre (TEPEK) serves as a dedicated partner in identifying promising technologies, facilitating access to IP rights, and fostering collaborative innovation. Whether through research partnerships, contract research, or licensing agreements, TEPEK provides tailored support to ensure seamless cooperation, efficient IP management, and successful commercialisation.

Beyond its internal capabilities, LBTU collaborates with a broad ecosystem of support institutions, collaboration networks, non-governmental organisations, regulatory authorities, and national and international research and education institutions. These partnerships enhance the reach and impact of LBTU’s innovations, ensure alignment with regulatory and market requirements, and promote interdisciplinary cooperation for real-world solutions.

By partnering with LBTU, entrepreneurs gain not only access to high-impact innovations and expert guidance but also entry into a dynamic network that accelerates product development, shortens time-to-market, and strengthens competitiveness. Successful commercialisation contributes to business growth, advances the Latvian economy, and fosters a resilient and sustainable innovation ecosystem.

 

Partnering for Innovation and Impact

Partnering for Innovation and Impact

LBTU actively engages with regional business incubators, industry representatives, and ecosystem partners to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and real-world impact. Through a wide range of collaborative activities, LBTU strengthens ties between academia and industry while creating meaningful opportunities for students, researchers, and entrepreneurs.

Key collaboration formats include:

  • Student training and mentoring in cooperation with incubators and industry experts, equipping future professionals with entrepreneurial skills, hands-on experience, and business insight.

  • Challenge Labs, where multidisciplinary student teams tackle real industry problems in cooperation with companies and institutions, often leading to prototype solutions or further R&D.

  • Startup support initiatives, including idea validation, mentoring, access to prototyping facilities, and guidance for early-stage companies in collaboration with regional innovation hubs.

  • Innovation events such as hackathons, makeathons, and seminars that bring together students, researchers, and entrepreneurs to co-create and experiment with emerging technologies and business models. 

  • Lifelong learning programs, offering upskilling and reskilling opportunities to professionals through industry-tailored education and microcredentials. 

  • Country Days and Entrepreneur Days, showcasing international cooperation, investment opportunities, and sector-specific knowledge exchange between local stakeholders and global partners.

  • Business Breakfasts for Entrepreneurs, an informal yet productive format where university researchers, startups, and company representatives meet to discuss collaboration opportunities, trends, and challenges. These activities help bridge the gap between science and entrepreneurship, support regional development, and promote a dynamic innovation culture grounded in cooperation and knowledge exchange. LBTU continues to expand these initiatives, building a resilient and inclusive innovation ecosystem with long-term value for business and society.

TEPEK – your mind is your limit!

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