# Innovation and technology transfer in Chile and Ecuador > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/innovation-and-technology-transfer-in-chile-and-ecuador > Updated: 2026-10-03T01:02:51.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. In Chile and Ecuador, recent events have focused on technology transfer, innovation, and the practical application of research to drive economic development. In Chile, efforts have centered on specific industry needs, such as the 3rd European Hazelnut Technology Transfer Day in Temuco, which addressed cultivation and climatic challenges. Discussions have also highlighted the complexities faced by Science-Based Technology Companies (EBCT) in bridging the gap between theoretical academic research and applied research that meets industrial demands. In Ecuador, innovation initiatives included the Congress of the Research, Innovation, and Technology Transfer Network (RIT2), which showcased advancements in fields like artificial intelligence, mining, and health. Additionally, forums organized by the Industria Farmacéutica de Investigación (IFI) in partnership with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) emphasized the use of intellectual property and intangible assets as strategic tools to address social and environmental challenges. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-03: Innovation and intellectual property experts discuss development in Ecuador and Chile Experts in Ecuador and Chile are addressing the challenges of innovation, focusing on intellectual property as a development tool and the complexities of turning scientific research into commercial businesses. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/innovation-and-intellectual-property-experts-discuss-development-in-ecuador-and-chile ### 2026-09-12: Technology transfer and innovation events held in Chile and Ecuador Technology transfer and innovation events were held in Chile for the hazelnut industry and in Ecuador for technical and technological research and development. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/technology-transfer-and-innovation-events-held-in-chile-and-ecuador --- Cite as: Innovation and technology transfer in Chile and Ecuador. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/innovation-and-technology-transfer-in-chile-and-ecuador