Assessing value-added contributions of university technology business incubators to tenant firms
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University technology business incubators (UTBIs) are valuable in the development of new technology-based firms (NTBFs). UTBIs provide much needed university-related inputs, infrastructure support and other incubator services. UTBIs succeed in developing entrepreneurs while enhancing chances for university technology commercialization. Essentially, both UTBIs and NTBFs benefit from the partnership they establish.
Publication Name: Research Policy
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0048-7333
Year: 1996
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Have UK venture capitalists a bias against investment in new technology-based firms?
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UK venture capital companies' investments in technology-based start-up companies is investigated. Results show that investors require a 3.34% higher internal rate of return for technology-based firms compared to non-technology businesses. They also keep closer tabs on these firms due to the perceived risk of the investment. Larger minimum geographic market requirements were also imposed for products or services.
Publication Name: Research Policy
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0048-7333
Year: 1995
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Consultants and experts in management consulting firms
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Various aspects of the distinction between the expert and the consultant are discussed. It is concluded that the consultant and the expert develop a range of learning processes and that they use specific types of knowledge.
Publication Name: Research Policy
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0048-7333
Year: 2001
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