Technology Transfer
CIMNE transforms research into real-world solutions through technology transfer, protecting Intellectual Property, licensing innovations, and creating spin-offs to drive industry impact and sustainable growth.
Technology transfer is the cornerstone of CIMNE’s mission, driving the transformation of cutting-edge research into impactful solutions for industry and society.
Our approach is based on a comprehensive valorisation process that starts with the identification of promising research results and continues through the protection of intellectual property, licensing and the creation of innovative spin-offs.
A key enabler of this process is CIMNE Tecnología, our wholly-owned subsidiary, which industrialises and commercialises CIMNE’s technologies and provides essential support to spin-offs and researchers.
This unique tool allows CIMNE to create self-sustaining companies with real impact, as demonstrated by numerous successful ventures in fields ranging from engineering software to environmental solutions.
Our recently renovated Research Impact Strategy and 2024 Roadmapping —both created with input from academic and industry leaders— align CIMNE’s research priorities with societal needs and industry trends.
Our highly specialised team works across the board to foster internal and external collaborations, support entrepreneurial initiatives and continuously evaluate the societal and industrial impact of our work.
CIMNE ensures that innovation leads to sustainable growth and measurable benefits with a unique approach based on decades of technology valorisation and transfer that we put the service of our research community.
Team
Jordi Jiménez
Head of Tech Transfer & Innovation
Jordi leads CIMNE’s Tech Transfer & Innovation unit since 2006. He has coordinated national and EU projects in AI, GIS, WSN tech, and mobile apps across multiple sectors. He is CTO and co-founder of several start-ups.
Jazmín Ríos
Tech Transfer Specialist
Jazmín holds a Masters in Innovation Management (UB) and a Business Diploma (INCAE). With experience in business development and innovation consulting, she provides CIMNE with comprehensive support in technology valorisation and research impact efforts.
Javier Marcipar
Head of CIMNE Tecnología
Javier Marcipar is CEO of CIMNE Tecnología, CIMNE’s unique tech transfer solution. He drives innovation to market through spin-offs and tangible solutions. A civil engineer with business expertise, he brings 20+ years in R\&D and entrepreneurship.
Services
Spin‐Off Creation & Business Support
We support spin-off projects by offering business services from inception to commercial success.
Consultancy & Training Services
We offer expert consultancy and tailored training on advanced numerical methods aimed at boosting innovation.
Innovation Coaching
We guide CIMNE researchers from innovative ideas to transformative projects through expert mentoring.
Impact Evidence Support
We equip the CIMNE community with tools to gather robust evidence of research impact for funding & growth.
In‐House Collaboration Facilitation
We spark internal synergy by connecting researchers and experts to drive breakthrough innovation.