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Who to contact in the Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) Team

The KTP Team supports academics, Associates and businesses through every stage of the KTP programme. We are passionate about the knowledge exchange process and continually inspired by the impact of successful KTP projects. As a team, we have substantial experience working in both higher education and the private sector and use our expertise to facilitate constructive partnerships. We are open to discuss any aspect of the KTP programme, however preliminary, so please contact us with your enquiries or to request an introductory meeting.

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Dr Rukmal Abeysekera Knowledge Transfer Manager rukmal.abeysekera@york.ac.uk  01904 321124	Head of the KTP Team Responsible for strategic management and reporting of the KTP programme Partnership development and pre- and post-award management of KTP projects
Melanie Race-Mellin KTP Administrator melanie.race@york.ac.uk 01904 321128	Administrative support for the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme Supports Head of KTP team and KTP Manager on pre and post-award administration of KTP projects Ensures controls are in place to deliver accuracy, efficiency and timeliness.