Executive Forum: University technology transfer to entrepreneurial companies

Abstract This article discusses four dimensions of university–entrepreneurial firm collaboration—(1) industry-sponsored contract research, (2) consulting, (3) technology licensing and (4) technology development and commercialization—of which practitioners involved in university–private sector technology interaction need to be aware. The article identifies specific findings in each of the four areas and suggests important avenues for future work.

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