Expertise
EU Policy Analysis
ISC analyses science, research and innovation related policies for both private and public sectors at the EU and member state level. ISC has wide knowledge of EU R&D and science legislation, programmes and projects.
- Policy Monitoring: monitoring of relevant changes and developments in EU policy and regulation at Council, European Parliament, Commission level, member state position, relevant associations interest, etc.P
- Policy Audit: identify opportunities and treats in coming EU legislation for your organisation. Liaise with policy makers, brief them on your organisation position and potentially introduce policy amendments.
- UE Funding opportunities: identification of appropriate calls for proposals as well as tenders. Provide support on financial and legal procedures to participate in EU programmes.
R&D and Innovation Strategy
An R&D and Innovation strategy is essential for organizations that want to position themselves as centre of scientific excellence and key players for science and R&D cooperation. ISC can develop your R&D and innovation profile for an international global context and to implement a strategic plan for science and R&D cooperation with the EU, the European Union Member States and internationally.
- Technology Transfer. Market access analysis
- Technology Watch
- Intellectual Property evaluation. Intellectual asset management and patent advise
- Guidance for research and innovation partnering and consortium building.
Science Diplomacy
ISC develops and implements public affairs strategies and campaigns covering major legislation at national, European, US and international level. Science, technology, R&D and IP requires a high level of specialisation and knowledge. ISC provides this unique skills set to support advocacy with legislators and policy makers. ISC accounts for an extensive network in a variety of sectors and institutions.
- Develop EU public affairs strategy
- Create links with EU, Member States Commission officials, NCPs, Partner search
- Briefing policy makers on your R&D and innovation capabilities
Dissemination and Communication
ISC designs and implements science dissemination campaigns targeted to science and general journalists and main decision-makers to support your R&D strategy. We have successfully developed communication strategies aimed at increasing awareness about excellence in R&D and intellectual property rights for private and public organizations
- Design public and media relations
- Implementation of science communication strategies and awareness campaigns
- Dissemination of your scientific partnership profile worldwide
- Draft science policy oriented press releases
- Management of communication channels among partners and funding organisations to ensure an efficient flow of information.
- Management of science events/seminars in Brussels and press conference to brief main policy and decision makers and promote your R&D and scientific capabilities