Danube Transfer Centre Network

Bridging the gap between research and innovation

A transnational network connecting regions, innovation actors and projects across the Danube Region

Danube Transfer Center Network

is a dynamic, transnational network in the Danube region, dedicated to fostering innovation, technology transfer, and knowledge exchange. It brings together universities, local enterprises, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as public sector organisations, supporting them in strenghtening their competitiveness and expanding their innovation capacity. By facilitating sustainable cross-border cooperation, the network ensures that research results are effectively translated into concrete innovations and impactful projects. In doing so, the network contributes to enhancing regional prosperity, resilience, and inclusive economic development, with the overarching goal of driving sustainable growth and long-term prosperity across the Danube region.

The DTC network addresses…

Innovation Actors

Universities, research centres, and technology parks seeking to contribute their expertise to transnational projects and engage in cross-border collaboration.

Regions & Communities

Regional development agencies, municipalities, and public institutions seeking to establish sustainable structures for economic growth and knowledge transfer.

Businesses / SMEs

Companies, espescially SMEs, looking to access European funding programmes, connect with research partners, and expand into international markets across the Danube region.

Our Services

We provide tailored services to help organisations innovate, collaborate and grow- across aborders and across sectors:

Innovation Support

Technology Transfer

EU Project Development & EU Funding support

Networking & Matchmaking

Training &
Capacity Building

Market Access & Internationalisation

DTC Network as Flagship project embedded within the EU Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR)

Vision

We are committed to transforming knowledge into value for our regions, the economy, and society.
We bridge the gap between research and innovation by enhancing competences and promoting collaboration between knowledge creators and users.