Friday 16 July 2010 09:01 Age: 52 days

Interview request: technology transfer professionals

By: Garth Adriaans

Are there common factors that have enabled SMEs to successfully transfer technology from third-level institutes?

I am currently writing a dissertation on successful technology transfer (for example, licensing) between third level institutes and indigenous SME's with the aim of identifying the critical factors in the process.

I am therefore looking to conduct primary research through interviews with management responsible for technology transfer. Key considerations will revolve around the interaction point between the industry, researcher and Technology Transfer Office (from the firm‘s perspective) as well as project management processes and the absorptive capacity of the firm.

A more detailed briefing note is available here, or if you would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Many thanks,

Regards, Garth Adriaans

085 744 0387
garthgregory.adriaans(at)student.dit.ie