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Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise (KEE) is 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.