TRAME Project

Through its Knowledge Valorisation and Social Impact Unit, the University of Macerata promotes the TRAME Project, with the support of the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT) – Directorate General for the Protection of Industrial Property – Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM).
The initiative offers small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) a free pilot service designed to assess their industrial property portfolio and provide practical recommendations for its enhancement and strategic exploitation.
Why participate?
Participating companies will benefit from:
- A dedicated interview to identify their needs, challenges, and growth opportunities.
- Free registration on the national Knowledge Share platform, Italy's leading showcase for the valorisation of intellectual property.
- A tailored diagnostic report with practical recommendations to strengthen competitiveness and identify new innovation opportunities.
- Targeted information sessions and training activities on intellectual property protection and best practices.
- Personalised mentoring and guidance to support companies and start-ups in developing innovation and growth strategies.
Benefits for companies
The TRAME project offers participating organisations:
- Greater visibility and enhanced valorisation of their intellectual assets at the national level.
- Opportunities to develop collaborations with the University of Macerata and other businesses.
- Expert support on patents, trademarks, and certification strategies.
- Access to a network promoting innovation, sustainability, and inclusion across the cultural, creative, tourism, and personal services sectors.
- Participation in thematic working groups to exchange experiences, generate ideas, and co-design innovative solutions with regional stakeholders.
- Opportunities to develop spin-offs and innovative enterprises, supported by the University and connected to national and international innovation networks.
An opportunity to grow together
Participation in the TRAME Project is completely free of charge and represents a valuable opportunity to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry while enhancing the intangible assets and innovation potential of the local territory.
👉 Join TRAME and become part of an innovation ecosystem that brings together tradition, research, and the future.
For further information or to apply for the service, please contact:
Technology Transfer Office (TTO)
tto@unimc.it
Stefania MARIANI
Knowledge Transfer Manager – Technology Transfer Offices (UTT) Project
T. 0733 258 2852
i.serafini2@unimc.it







