From science to business : how firms create value by partnering with universities / Georges Haour, Laurent Mieville.

Author/creator Haour, Georges, 1943-
Other author Miéville, Laurent.
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2011.
Descriptionxiv, 2232 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Supplemental ContentCover image
Subjects

Contents Firms engage with universities in many different ways -- Collaborative research between companies and universities -- Firms accessing university technology through licenses -- Firms accessing university technology via spin-outs -- SMEs must engage with universities -- Best practice for firm-university partnerships -- The way forward.
Abstract "In today's knowledge-based society universities and firms must learn to engage more effectively. Universities focus on generating new knowledge, while firms are increasingly drawing on external collaborations to add value to their offerings. This book shows managers how to work with universities to boost their competitive position and revenue"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 193-195) and index.
LCCN 2010050736
ISBN9780230236516 (hardback)
ISBN0230236510 (hardback)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks LC1085 .H363 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold