Models And Methods Of University Technology Transfer

Models and Methods of University Technology Transfer

This monograph argues that a linear model of technology transfer is no longer sufficient, or perhaps even no longer relevant, to account for the nuances and complexities of the technology transfer process that characterizes the ongoing commercialization activities of universities. Shortcomings of the traditional linear model of technology transfer include inaccuracies -- such as its strict linearity and oversimplification of the process, composition, a one-size-fits-all approach, and an overemphasis on patents -- and inadequacies -- such as failing to account for informal mechanisms of technology transfer, failing to acknowledge the impact of organizational culture, and failing to represent university reward systems within the model. As such, alternative views of technology transfer that better capture the progression of the university toward an entrepreneurial and dynamic institution are presented here, and that advance the body of knowledge about this important academic endeavor.

Technology Entrepreneurship

This second edition of the critically acclaimed core textbook provides students from technology and science based backgrounds with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to transform innovative ideas into commercially viable businesses for profit or social ends. Blending theory, policy and practice in a manner that is accessible to readers with little prior knowledge of business commercialisation, it offers a framework for understanding the entrepreneurial process for technological ideas. The book provides students with comprehensive guidance on the specialized field of 'technopreneurship'. It provides the tools and frameworks required for managing, commercialising and marketing technological innovation. With real life examples and case studies from a range of countries and industries, it will equip students with the understanding required to successfully launch their product. This text caters for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying technology entrepreneurship modules on engineering, science and computing technology programmes. New to this edition: -All chapters updated to reflect the evolution of theory and practice in the field -New cases on digital entrepreneurship, growth and scaling -Extended geographical coverage of case studies -Entrepreneurial practices updated to include recent research -Strategic context of business models, business growth and scaling, digital entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial marketing, organization design and crowdfunding developed and updated.

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