Knowledge transfer and technology commercialization - comparative study

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Grzegorczyk, M. ORCID: 0000-0001-6817-8874 and Trzmielak, D., 2015. Knowledge transfer and technology commercialization - comparative study. In: D. Gibson and J. Slovák, eds., Building sustainable R&D centers in emerging technology regions. Brno: Masaryk University Press, pp. 61-74. ISBN 9788021078543

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Official URL: http://doi.org/10.5817/CZ.MUNI.P210-7855-2015

Abstract

The paper presents results of the research conducted in a form of in-depth interviews and an online survey mirroring a series of target groups: scientists and entrepreneurs in Poland, two developing EU countries (the Czech Republic and Hungary), two developed EU countries (Norway, France), USA and Canada. The aim was to gather insights concerning a model of cooperation between science and business in the process of knowledge transfer in Poland. The work involved a comparative analysis with systems identified in: developed European countries; European countries similar to the Polish stage of development of knowledge transfer; the USA and Canada. The results shows that Polish respondents underestimate the relational factors like: active entrepreneurs in initiating cooperation, responsiveness, openness, trust, and good communication skills. Good relationships between scientists and businesses should be built based on two main characteristics: activity of entrepreneurs and scientists openness for business needs. Both academics and entrepreneurs rank the existence of mutual understanding of each others' needs and commitment as essential.

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Chapter in book

Creators:

Grzegorczyk, M. and Trzmielak, D.

Publisher:

Masaryk University Press

Place of Publication:

Brno

Date:

2015

ISBN:

9788021078543