KnEx, Trinity’s Technology Transfer Office, is part of Trinity Innovation & Enterprise and plays a central role in translating Trinity’s research excellence into practical applications that benefit society and industry. Its mission is to bridge academic research and enterprise by enabling the transfer of knowledge, technology, and expertise from the University to the wider economy. KnEx brings together researchers, entrepreneurs, and external partners to advance innovation, drive technological progress, and accelerate commercial development. Working across the full research and innovation pathway, KnEx provides practical support at every stage, from securing funding and developing partnerships to IP protection, licensing, spin-out formation, and contract support.
Trinity’s five-year Strategic Plan 2025–2030, THRIVE, places Research and Innovation at its core and, through KnEx, strengthens its commitment to intensifying innovation from excellent to outstanding. KnEx ensures that new ideas and technologies can always move effectively from academic research to marketplace, creating lasting value for Ireland and the wider world.