Title: Conceptual and empirical themes regarding the design of technology transfer programs : a review of wood utilization research in the United States
Author: Ellefson, Paul V.; Kilgore, Michael A.; Skog, Kenneth E.; Risbrudt, Christopher D.
Source: International journal of forestry research. Vol. 2011 (2011): 16 p.: Article ID 516135.
Publication Series: Scientific Journal (JRNL)
Description: Transfer of technologies produced by research is critical to innovation within all organizations. The intent of this paper is to take stock of the conceptual underpinnings of technology transfer processes as they relate to wood utilization research and to identify conditions that promote the successful transfer of research results. Conceptually, research utilization can be viewed from multiple perspectives, including the haphazard diffusion of knowledge in response to vague and imprecise demands for information, scanning of multiple information sources by individuals and organizations searching for useful scientific knowledge, engagement of third parties to organize research results and communicate them to potential users, and ongoing and active collaboration between researchers and potential users of research. Empirical evidence suggests that various types of programs can promote technology transfer (venture capital, angel investors, business incubators, extension services, tax incentives, and in-house entities), the fundamental effectiveness of which depends on research results that are scientifically valid and consistent with the information needs of potential users. Furthermore, evidence suggests preference toward programs that are appropriately organized and governed, suitably led and creatively administered, and periodically evaluated in accordance with clear standards of success.
Keywords: Wood utilization, forest products, United States, research projects, wood research, technology transfer, wood testing, technological innovations, forest products industry, forest products research, review article, research policy, research programs
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Ellefson, Paul V.; Kilgore, Michael A.; Skog, Kenneth E.; Risbrudt, Christopher D. 2011. Conceptual and empirical themes regarding the design of technology transfer programs : a review of wood utilization research in the United States. International journal of forestry research. Vol. 2011 (2011): 16 p.: Article ID 516135. .
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