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Utilization of social science research knowledge in Canada

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A new study investigates how social sciences research is used in Canada.

Social aspects, Social science research

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Why are some university researchers more likely to create spin-offs than others? Evidence from Canadian universities

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A study conducted to analyze the determinants that influence the creation of spin-offs, with reference to university researchers, using logistic regression is presented.

Canada, Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Research and Testing Services, Scientific Research and Development Services, Management dynamics, Research & Development-Universities, Research Personnel, Analysis, Management, Forecasts and trends, Universities and colleges, Market trend/market analysis, Company business management, University research, Regression analysis, Research scientists

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The impact of transaction costs on the institutional structuration of collaborative academic research

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Research was conducted to examine the role that transaction costs plays on the institutional structuration of collaborative academic research. Data were collected by sending 1566 usable questionnaires to the faculty members of 18 Canadian universities. Results indicate the critical importance of coordination expenses, publication assets, additional funding and membership in the engineering, health sciences and natural sciences disciplines.

Research, Finance, Cost (Economics), Costs (Economics)

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