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Technology Transfer Offices and Their Role with Information Mechanisms for Innovation Performance in Firms: The Case of Ghana

Abdul-Fatahi Abdulai Orcid Logo, Lyndon Murphy Orcid Logo, Andrew Thomas Orcid Logo, Brychan Thomas

Knowledge, Volume: 2, Issue: 4, Pages: 719 - 734

Swansea University Author: Andrew Thomas Orcid Logo

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Research into formal and informal technology transfer between universities and industry in economical developed counties is well-documented. However, such studies are limited in number in developing economies. In the context of developing economies, this study analyses technology transfer offices’ r...

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