University-Industry Collaboration: Exploring Partnership Approach Models in EELISA Universities

This study delves into the dynamic landscape of university-industry collaboration, with a particular focus on the long-term impact of the Senior Learning Facilitator (SLF) role within the innovative framework of EELISA (European Engineering Learning Innovation and Science Alliance) universities. Our research objectives revolve around evaluating the influence of the SLF, extracting best practices emerging from their involvement, and conducting a comparative analysis.

Employing a robust methodology that encompasses detailed case studies, this study uncovers valuable insights specific to the EELISA alliance. As our aim is to unravel how such ecosystems can consolidate and evolve, and how value is co-created within them, the paper’s conclusions carry significance for institutions, industry, and policymakers.

This research, therefore, offers a blueprint for more sustainable and productive collaboration, underscoring the pivotal role of university- industry partnerships within EELISA universities in driving innovation, cultivating talent, fueling economic growth, and co-creating Industry 4.0 solutions.