Industry-academic relations: an assessment of the linkages between a university and some enterprises in Nigeria

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Technological/academic assistance and collaboration between the industry and the university will facilitate economic development. A survey on the university-industry programs of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Nigeria was conducted. The OAU established programs that interact with industries in the areas of industrial/technological research, business information and consultancy centers and pharmaceutical research. These programs have benefited both the university and the industry. Universities provide technical resources, equipment and information that enhance industrial productivity and competitiveness.

Social aspects, Business and education, Industry and education, Technology transfer

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Locational decision-making and pattern of diffusion of frozen fish depots in Ibadan city, Nigeria

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The choice of location of frozen depots in Ibadan city, Nigeria is influenced by its proximity to public markets. By using the Hagerstrand model, it was established that the overall structural arrangement of the depot is a strongly concentrated pattern. Other factors that influence the location of depots in the area include availability of space, accessibility to customers and electricity supply. The study could provide useful guidelines for entrepreneurs wanting to start new frozen fish depots in Ibadan Metropolitan Area.

Fresh or frozen prepared fish, Fresh and Frozen Seafood Processing, Special warehousing and storage, not elsewhere classified, Other Warehousing and Storage, Frozen Pkgd Fish ex Shellfish, Storage Facilities NEC, Decision-making, Models, Decision making, Warehousing, Storage, Warehouses, Industrial locations, Industrial location, Frozen seafood, Frozen fish, Ibadan, Nigeria

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Indigenous metal casting in Nigeria: its technology, attendant problems, business prospects and policy implications

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The indigenous metal casting for the production of household utensils in Nigeria is confronted by several problems ranging from technical to financial constraints. Nigerian firms engaged in indigenous metal casting often employ people with qualifications below junior secondary school level with no metalurgical or any other engineering background. Such firms also experience inadequate supply of utilized raw materials, such as aluminum scraps,

Other Nonferrous Foundries (except Die-Casting), Nonferrous foundries, not elsewhere classified, Nonferrous Castings NEC, Nonferrous metals, Nigeria, Metal castings industry, Metal castings

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