Collaborate

We are the industry engagement, commercialisation and technology transfer office at the University of Newcastle.

KEE  is the front door for industry to connect with the University’s world-class research and technologies and also provides support to researchers.

KEE is focussed on:

  • Generating collaboration opportunities for research and industry
  • Building and retaining relationships between the University of Newcastle and industry
  • Understanding industry priorities and emerging sector trends
  • Communicating the University of Newcastle’s research and research value propositions to industry audiences

How industry can engage with KEE

OptionsIndicative time frameInvestment or
funding opportunities
Contract ResearchFlexible, 3 weeks to 3+ yearsA range of funding options are available including leveraged programs partially funded by government.
ConsultancyFlexible, 3 weeks to 2 monthsDirectly funded by industry partners.
Undergraduate student engagement6-12 monthsEither employ students for a wage or provide student placement for final year projects.
Postgraduate student engagementMultiple options from 3 month engagements to long-term (3 year) supportShort-term contracts or co-funded scholarships are available.
Technology licensingLong or short-term licensing or permanent assignment of UON technologies.Usually ongoing royalty, terms are negotiable.
Industry Sponsored Scholarship3 – 4 years$30,500-$35,500 p.a.