The conversion of University research into economic growth is vital for the future of many nations. In order to improve the efficiency of this transfer we have looked at the effectiveness of tech transfer activity in the US. Our research indicates that Universities that are not located in a region supportive of entrepreneurs should modify their mission and methods for technology transfer. Using both quantitative and qualitative methods, the authors develop an overview of the problem and recommend three new strategies for effective technology transfer including the application of regional dynamic knowledge networks.
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