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Journal of Strategic Management Studies, Apr 21, 2019

Muṭāli̒āt-i Mudīriyyat-i Ṣan̒atī, 2012

Today, foreign investment is known as one of the most important sources of funding and technology... more Today, foreign investment is known as one of the most important sources of funding and technology transfer modes in developing countries, that is because foreign investment, in comparison to domestic investment, includes competitive advantages such as accessibility to sufficient information, managerial skills, advanced technology and valid sources of funding., Due to high demand of large expenses and advanced technologies, foreign investment is a necessary and inevitable issue in oil refinery industries. In related to multiplicity of foreign investment modes, selecting the right mode of investment has been as one of the strategic decisions for investee countries. The present research, therefore, is designed to identify and prioritize the different modes of foreign investment in oil refinery industries. This paper is based on a research, descriptive-survey methodology. To analyze the gathering data used in this paper is based on statically and multinational attribute decision making ...

Technology transfer is a common method for companies to acquire new technology and presents both ... more Technology transfer is a common method for companies to acquire new technology and presents both challenges and substantial benefits. In some cases especially in developing countries, the mere possession of technology does not guarantee a competitive advantage if the appropriate infrastructure is not in place. In this paper, we identify the localization factors needed to provide a better understanding of the conditions necessary for localization in order to benefit from future technology developments. Our theoretical and empirical analyses allow us to identify several factors in the technology transfer process that affect localization and provide leverage in enhancing capabilities and absorptive capacity.The impact factors are categorized within different groups of government, firms, institutes and market, and are verified through the empirical survey of a technology transfer experience. Moreover, statistical analysis has allowed a deeper understanding of the importance of each fact...

International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy, 2018

Achieving sustainable development, environmental protection and security of energy supply are two... more Achieving sustainable development, environmental protection and security of energy supply are two main challenges of government in developed or developing countries. In developed countries, technological regimes and its actors have self-willingness to track advanced technologies and new knowledge (such as Fuel Cell) due to system and market failures, developing countries need to insert RD 2) most of these papers focus on PEM and SOFC; 3) more than 80% of total papers have been published by 23 public universities; 4) policymakers must create R&D network to improve funding efficiency and design effective policy to commercialize new created knowledge that encourages the demand side.

International Journal of Agricultural Management and Development, 2020

The present study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based compa... more The present study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based companies in the agricultural domain of Guilan Province. The study was an applied and descriptive studywith a mixed research method. An in-depth semi-structured interview with 30 experts was used in the qualitative part, and theoretical foundations and a research background study were applied for the qualitative data collection. To collect data in the quantitative part, asurvey was used in which data were collected with a researcher-made questionnaire. The target population consisted of 150 intermediate managers, supervisors, and deputies of knowledge-based organizations in Rasht, of which 108 participants were selected via purposeful sampling method. The sample size was determined via the table of Krejcie and Morgan. SPSS19 software and Smart PLS3 software were employed to analyze the data. The results show that the dimensions identified in the field of talent management in the knowledge-bas...

Collaboration between universities and industries has attracted policy makers and researchers for... more Collaboration between universities and industries has attracted policy makers and researchers for multiple decades. In our country, both in academic and practice great attempts have been done to shape a dynamic and effective collaboration between universities and industries specially defense industries. It’s obvious that the appropriate collaboration between universities and defense industries has not been formed yet. The presented solutions and designed mechanisms for transition from obstacles and challenges are insufficient and ineffective. It seems that, the lack of efficiency and effectiveness of intervention solutions for exiting from current situation is related to superficiality of solutions and this problem is rooted in superficiality of analysis, challenges and mechanisms. This research aims to by applying Casual Layered Analysis (CLA) method and exploiting the opinions of some experts from universities and defense industries, increases the depth of analysis and respectivel...

Frontiers in Genetics, 2021

Bariatric surgery results in sustained weight loss and improvement in glucose homeostasis. Howeve... more Bariatric surgery results in sustained weight loss and improvement in glucose homeostasis. However, the lack of accessible non-invasive tools to examine molecular alterations occurring in the pancreas limits our understanding of the causes and recovery of glucose homeostasis. Here, we describe the use of a circulating cell free mRNA (cfmRNA) based multiplex qPCR assay to selectively amplify and quantify circulating pancreatic specific transcripts levels within plasma. We applied this assay to a cohort of 58 plasma samples consisting of 10 patients that tracks multiple time points including pre and post-bariatric surgery. In our targeted multiplex screen of 14 selected pancreatic specific circulating transcripts, we identified 13 pancreatic specific transcripts that can be amplified from plasma. Furthermore, when quantifying the amplicons obtained in the short-term post-surgery (2 weeks–1 month) and long-term (3–12 months), we observed a consistent reduction of circulating GCG transc...

Lecture Notes in Engineering …, 2011

The aim of technology localization is an important issue, especially in developing countries that... more The aim of technology localization is an important issue, especially in developing countries that try to acquire new technologies by using a technology transfer method. Since these mechanisms may not lead all companies to attain their required knowledge and skills, further investigations must be conducted in order to choose the best method depending upon their criteria and goals. Several approaches exist for technology transfer, each focused on certain factors and objectives. Identifying the proper methods for localization is of great help for companies that plan to access technology to strengthen their knowledge and R&D basis for further innovation. In this research paper, we identify the factors required to localize a technology within the company in various groups including firms, governments, institutes and markets, and verify the factors in a statistical analysis based on a survey in a localization experience within a company. We suggest the appropriate methods with special emphasis on technology localization by comparing the proposed factors in different technology transfer models. To this end, we classify the important factors of each model and methods by comparing them with the localization factors we identify. This will help researchers to classify the technology transfer methods corresponding to their localization goal. The findings of this research could lead firms to select the best method for technology localization in the long-term, and align it with development trajectories and future innovations based on the transferred technology.

Having recognized the importance of designing Science, Technology and Innovation policies (STIP),... more Having recognized the importance of designing Science, Technology and Innovation policies (STIP), many Less Developed Countries (LDCs) such as Iran have nowadays attempt to reshape their STI policies. The policy makers of LDCs like Iran can adopt and design suitable strategies learning from the successful experiences of prosperous nations. This paper performs a comparative analysis of STI policies of some successful countries in managing their technological change. This is mostly due to the fact that the other LDCs can draw valuable lessons from these success stories which in turn can also contribute to success in their own short and long term development. Firstly, the empirical experiences of some

International Technology Transfer (the transfer of technology across national borders) is extensi... more International Technology Transfer (the transfer of technology across national borders) is extensively believed to be necessary for the industrialisation of any country. The experiences of some successful countries in rapid economic and industrial development show that the acquisition of a significant amount of foreign technology has played a crucial role in promoting their managerial and technical expertise as well as increasing their productivity level In particular, the experiences of some successful East Asian Newly Industrialised Countries (NICs) during the past three decades indicate that they could achieve rapid industrialisation and technological development through the adoption of a set of appropriate policies and strategies. The experiences of these countries can have valuable lessons and policy implications for other countries which wish to follow the same path of rapid industrialisation and technological development. Although many Less Developed Countries (LDCs) have real...

PICMET '01. Portland International Conference on Management of Engineering and Technology. Proceedings Vol.1: Book of Summaries (IEEE Cat. No.01CH37199)

ABSTRACT

World Applied Programming, 2015

Abstract: The institutional factors in innovation system in industrial clusters were identified a... more Abstract: The institutional factors in innovation system in industrial clusters were identified and prioritized. To this end, 24 performance indices were identified through literature review and based on the definition of institutional factors. The importance of the indices was surveyed through sending questionnaire to managers and experts in tile industrial cluster in Yazd Province. Totally, 101 questionnaires were returned by the participants and the data was analyzed though exploratory factor analysis technique. Based on the results, 23 indices were obtained in 7 groups including culture, communication and infrastructure, interaction and collaboration, policy making, personnel and employees, financing, learning and innovation.

International Journal of Agricultural Management and Development, 2019

The study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based companies in ... more The study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based companies in agricultural domain of Guilan Province. This applied and descriptive study with a mixed research method. In the qualitative part, an in-depth semi-structured interview with 30 experts was used and also the theoretical foundations and research background study were applied for qualitative data collection. For collecting data in the quantitative part, the survey study was used. The survey research data were collected through a researcher-made questionnaire. The target population consisted of 150 intermediate managers, supervisors, and deputies of knowledge-based organizations in Rasht, of which 108 participants were selected via purposeful sampling as the sample size of this study. The sampling size was determined via the table of Krejcie and Morgan. SPSS19 software and Smart PLS3 software were used to analysis the data. The results showed that the dimensions identified in the field of tal...

regional innovation system industrial clusters innovation national system exploratory factor anal... more regional innovation system industrial clusters innovation national system exploratory factor analysis The institutional factors in innovation system in industrial clusters were identified and prioritized. To this end, 24 performance indices were identified through literature review and based on the definition of institutional factors. The importance of the indices was surveyed through sending questionnaire to managers and experts in tile industrial cluster in Yazd Province. Totally, 101 questionnaires were returned by the participants and the data was analyzed though exploratory factor analysis technique. Based on the results, 23 indices were obtained in 7 groups including culture, communication and infrastructure, interaction and collaboration, policy making, personnel and employees, financing, learning and innovation.

Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology

This study aims at designing a model for dynamic capabilities evaluation in equipment manufacturi... more This study aims at designing a model for dynamic capabilities evaluation in equipment manufacturing enterprises of Iran power industry. In so doing, enablers and indices of dynamic capabilities four elements (i.e., seizing opportunities, sensing opportunities, innovation implementation and reconfiguration) are identified. Since dynamic capabilities literature is rooted in developed countries, localization of dynamic capability concepts in Iran as a developing country and in the power industry as a main infrastructure of development is a matter of great magnitude. Considering data gathered from more than 100 power industry equipment manufacturers in Iran and gaining the opinions of experts in such fields as innovation management and technology development, the model has been designed and its accuracy will be assessed in the present study.

Technology in Society

Abstract This paper analyzes the catch-up process in nanotechnology firms in Iran and shows how a... more Abstract This paper analyzes the catch-up process in nanotechnology firms in Iran and shows how an academic research team can grow and become an exporter of nanotechnology industrial equipment. To this end, an in-depth case study was done on a manufacturer of electrospinning systems for producing nanofibers. The quantitative data were analyzed and theorized using the technique of grounded theory. The study was designed based on the theoretical framework of technological catch-up with a sectoral innovation systems approach.The study explains how the key components of the system, including different sources of knowledge and technology, the structure of the market and customers, the government supports and foreign sanctions affected the catch-up process of the case firm. This study shows that the starting point and the stages of catch-up process by the firms in sanctioned countries may significantly differ from those for the companies in other developing countries.

Physica E Low-dimensional Systems and Nanostructures

ABSTRACT

The main objective of this article is to study and analyse the role of Intellectual Property Righ... more The main objective of this article is to study and analyse the role of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) in the technological development of developing countries in general and Iran in particular. Firstly, some of the main relevant literature of the role of IPRs in technological development has been surveyed. The performance of the IPRs system of the country and its interaction with national innovation system with some degrees of success has been discussed. Finally, some suggestions and policy implication regarding the improvement and promotion of IPRs system in Iran will be proposed. It is believed that Iran's experience of the role of Intellectual Property Rights protection has not only invaluable contribution for its own future economic and industrial development, but it may also have some policy implications and lessons for other developing countries with similar and common characteristics.

Journal of Science and Technology Policy Management, 2015

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the current status of the knowledge-based econ... more Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the current status of the knowledge-based economy (KBE) in Iran in comparison to Turkey, the challenges encountered and the appropriate policies toward Iran’s Outlook 2025 based on which the country is expected to be ranked first in science and technology within the Middle East region. Design/methodology/approach – This study is a descriptive research. The methodology used for this study is qualitative/quantitative secondary research. The method will be used for two main goals. First, we used the World Bank’s Knowledge Assessment Methodology, and the data are mostly collected from secondary sources such as the World Bank’s Development Indicators for Iran and Turkey. Second, desktop research will be used to summarize and synthesize available studies on the consideration of policy-making toward KBE, especially among developing economies. Findings – The paper provides policy considerations around four pillars: information and communica...

Asian Journal of Research in Business Economics and Management, 2014

Technology intelligence provides a means for organizations to monitor developments and to look fo... more Technology intelligence provides a means for organizations to monitor developments and to look for new technologies and to then pass this information to the decision-makers or planners in the organization. This paper analyses the university-industry knowledge transfer gaps and suggests that technology intelligence (TI) cycles and processes through social networks could reduce the gaps and eases knowledge transfer. The role of TI as a linkage between academia and industries and influences of social networks is also discussed. In order to explore the variety of interrelations between TI cycles and university-industry knowledge transfer, we perform a case study of 70 projects of University -Industry technology transfer which were facilitated by governmental agencies in Iran. Based on our interviews and in order to have a better perception of the university industry knowledge transfer gaps, we have listed the principal factors contributing to this gap and the reasons why the gap needs to be bridged. According to our case studies, partial or complete technology intelligence (TI) cycles could play important role to narrow the university-industry gaps in several ways. To generalize knowledge transfer and TI cycles interrelations; we suggested a conceptual three layer model at the interface of university-industry-government triple helix. Three layers are include connection layer or linking hyper cycle, process layer or technology intelligence hyper cycle, and physical layer or social networks. TI cycles are performed by University, Industry staff and researchers. These people do their work through social networks. Thus, this layer acts as an inner layer which respectively results in the processes and functions of middle and outer layer and eventually eases knowledge transfer through interface of university industry overlaps.

Journal of Strategic Management Studies, Apr 21, 2019

Muṭāli̒āt-i Mudīriyyat-i Ṣan̒atī, 2012

Today, foreign investment is known as one of the most important sources of funding and technology... more Today, foreign investment is known as one of the most important sources of funding and technology transfer modes in developing countries, that is because foreign investment, in comparison to domestic investment, includes competitive advantages such as accessibility to sufficient information, managerial skills, advanced technology and valid sources of funding., Due to high demand of large expenses and advanced technologies, foreign investment is a necessary and inevitable issue in oil refinery industries. In related to multiplicity of foreign investment modes, selecting the right mode of investment has been as one of the strategic decisions for investee countries. The present research, therefore, is designed to identify and prioritize the different modes of foreign investment in oil refinery industries. This paper is based on a research, descriptive-survey methodology. To analyze the gathering data used in this paper is based on statically and multinational attribute decision making ...

Technology transfer is a common method for companies to acquire new technology and presents both ... more Technology transfer is a common method for companies to acquire new technology and presents both challenges and substantial benefits. In some cases especially in developing countries, the mere possession of technology does not guarantee a competitive advantage if the appropriate infrastructure is not in place. In this paper, we identify the localization factors needed to provide a better understanding of the conditions necessary for localization in order to benefit from future technology developments. Our theoretical and empirical analyses allow us to identify several factors in the technology transfer process that affect localization and provide leverage in enhancing capabilities and absorptive capacity.The impact factors are categorized within different groups of government, firms, institutes and market, and are verified through the empirical survey of a technology transfer experience. Moreover, statistical analysis has allowed a deeper understanding of the importance of each fact...

International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy, 2018

Achieving sustainable development, environmental protection and security of energy supply are two... more Achieving sustainable development, environmental protection and security of energy supply are two main challenges of government in developed or developing countries. In developed countries, technological regimes and its actors have self-willingness to track advanced technologies and new knowledge (such as Fuel Cell) due to system and market failures, developing countries need to insert RD 2) most of these papers focus on PEM and SOFC; 3) more than 80% of total papers have been published by 23 public universities; 4) policymakers must create R&D network to improve funding efficiency and design effective policy to commercialize new created knowledge that encourages the demand side.

International Journal of Agricultural Management and Development, 2020

The present study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based compa... more The present study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based companies in the agricultural domain of Guilan Province. The study was an applied and descriptive studywith a mixed research method. An in-depth semi-structured interview with 30 experts was used in the qualitative part, and theoretical foundations and a research background study were applied for the qualitative data collection. To collect data in the quantitative part, asurvey was used in which data were collected with a researcher-made questionnaire. The target population consisted of 150 intermediate managers, supervisors, and deputies of knowledge-based organizations in Rasht, of which 108 participants were selected via purposeful sampling method. The sample size was determined via the table of Krejcie and Morgan. SPSS19 software and Smart PLS3 software were employed to analyze the data. The results show that the dimensions identified in the field of talent management in the knowledge-bas...

Collaboration between universities and industries has attracted policy makers and researchers for... more Collaboration between universities and industries has attracted policy makers and researchers for multiple decades. In our country, both in academic and practice great attempts have been done to shape a dynamic and effective collaboration between universities and industries specially defense industries. It’s obvious that the appropriate collaboration between universities and defense industries has not been formed yet. The presented solutions and designed mechanisms for transition from obstacles and challenges are insufficient and ineffective. It seems that, the lack of efficiency and effectiveness of intervention solutions for exiting from current situation is related to superficiality of solutions and this problem is rooted in superficiality of analysis, challenges and mechanisms. This research aims to by applying Casual Layered Analysis (CLA) method and exploiting the opinions of some experts from universities and defense industries, increases the depth of analysis and respectivel...

Frontiers in Genetics, 2021

Bariatric surgery results in sustained weight loss and improvement in glucose homeostasis. Howeve... more Bariatric surgery results in sustained weight loss and improvement in glucose homeostasis. However, the lack of accessible non-invasive tools to examine molecular alterations occurring in the pancreas limits our understanding of the causes and recovery of glucose homeostasis. Here, we describe the use of a circulating cell free mRNA (cfmRNA) based multiplex qPCR assay to selectively amplify and quantify circulating pancreatic specific transcripts levels within plasma. We applied this assay to a cohort of 58 plasma samples consisting of 10 patients that tracks multiple time points including pre and post-bariatric surgery. In our targeted multiplex screen of 14 selected pancreatic specific circulating transcripts, we identified 13 pancreatic specific transcripts that can be amplified from plasma. Furthermore, when quantifying the amplicons obtained in the short-term post-surgery (2 weeks–1 month) and long-term (3–12 months), we observed a consistent reduction of circulating GCG transc...

Lecture Notes in Engineering …, 2011

The aim of technology localization is an important issue, especially in developing countries that... more The aim of technology localization is an important issue, especially in developing countries that try to acquire new technologies by using a technology transfer method. Since these mechanisms may not lead all companies to attain their required knowledge and skills, further investigations must be conducted in order to choose the best method depending upon their criteria and goals. Several approaches exist for technology transfer, each focused on certain factors and objectives. Identifying the proper methods for localization is of great help for companies that plan to access technology to strengthen their knowledge and R&D basis for further innovation. In this research paper, we identify the factors required to localize a technology within the company in various groups including firms, governments, institutes and markets, and verify the factors in a statistical analysis based on a survey in a localization experience within a company. We suggest the appropriate methods with special emphasis on technology localization by comparing the proposed factors in different technology transfer models. To this end, we classify the important factors of each model and methods by comparing them with the localization factors we identify. This will help researchers to classify the technology transfer methods corresponding to their localization goal. The findings of this research could lead firms to select the best method for technology localization in the long-term, and align it with development trajectories and future innovations based on the transferred technology.

Having recognized the importance of designing Science, Technology and Innovation policies (STIP),... more Having recognized the importance of designing Science, Technology and Innovation policies (STIP), many Less Developed Countries (LDCs) such as Iran have nowadays attempt to reshape their STI policies. The policy makers of LDCs like Iran can adopt and design suitable strategies learning from the successful experiences of prosperous nations. This paper performs a comparative analysis of STI policies of some successful countries in managing their technological change. This is mostly due to the fact that the other LDCs can draw valuable lessons from these success stories which in turn can also contribute to success in their own short and long term development. Firstly, the empirical experiences of some

International Technology Transfer (the transfer of technology across national borders) is extensi... more International Technology Transfer (the transfer of technology across national borders) is extensively believed to be necessary for the industrialisation of any country. The experiences of some successful countries in rapid economic and industrial development show that the acquisition of a significant amount of foreign technology has played a crucial role in promoting their managerial and technical expertise as well as increasing their productivity level In particular, the experiences of some successful East Asian Newly Industrialised Countries (NICs) during the past three decades indicate that they could achieve rapid industrialisation and technological development through the adoption of a set of appropriate policies and strategies. The experiences of these countries can have valuable lessons and policy implications for other countries which wish to follow the same path of rapid industrialisation and technological development. Although many Less Developed Countries (LDCs) have real...

PICMET '01. Portland International Conference on Management of Engineering and Technology. Proceedings Vol.1: Book of Summaries (IEEE Cat. No.01CH37199)

ABSTRACT

World Applied Programming, 2015

Abstract: The institutional factors in innovation system in industrial clusters were identified a... more Abstract: The institutional factors in innovation system in industrial clusters were identified and prioritized. To this end, 24 performance indices were identified through literature review and based on the definition of institutional factors. The importance of the indices was surveyed through sending questionnaire to managers and experts in tile industrial cluster in Yazd Province. Totally, 101 questionnaires were returned by the participants and the data was analyzed though exploratory factor analysis technique. Based on the results, 23 indices were obtained in 7 groups including culture, communication and infrastructure, interaction and collaboration, policy making, personnel and employees, financing, learning and innovation.

International Journal of Agricultural Management and Development, 2019

The study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based companies in ... more The study aims at providing a model for talent management in active knowledge-based companies in agricultural domain of Guilan Province. This applied and descriptive study with a mixed research method. In the qualitative part, an in-depth semi-structured interview with 30 experts was used and also the theoretical foundations and research background study were applied for qualitative data collection. For collecting data in the quantitative part, the survey study was used. The survey research data were collected through a researcher-made questionnaire. The target population consisted of 150 intermediate managers, supervisors, and deputies of knowledge-based organizations in Rasht, of which 108 participants were selected via purposeful sampling as the sample size of this study. The sampling size was determined via the table of Krejcie and Morgan. SPSS19 software and Smart PLS3 software were used to analysis the data. The results showed that the dimensions identified in the field of tal...

regional innovation system industrial clusters innovation national system exploratory factor anal... more regional innovation system industrial clusters innovation national system exploratory factor analysis The institutional factors in innovation system in industrial clusters were identified and prioritized. To this end, 24 performance indices were identified through literature review and based on the definition of institutional factors. The importance of the indices was surveyed through sending questionnaire to managers and experts in tile industrial cluster in Yazd Province. Totally, 101 questionnaires were returned by the participants and the data was analyzed though exploratory factor analysis technique. Based on the results, 23 indices were obtained in 7 groups including culture, communication and infrastructure, interaction and collaboration, policy making, personnel and employees, financing, learning and innovation.

Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology

This study aims at designing a model for dynamic capabilities evaluation in equipment manufacturi... more This study aims at designing a model for dynamic capabilities evaluation in equipment manufacturing enterprises of Iran power industry. In so doing, enablers and indices of dynamic capabilities four elements (i.e., seizing opportunities, sensing opportunities, innovation implementation and reconfiguration) are identified. Since dynamic capabilities literature is rooted in developed countries, localization of dynamic capability concepts in Iran as a developing country and in the power industry as a main infrastructure of development is a matter of great magnitude. Considering data gathered from more than 100 power industry equipment manufacturers in Iran and gaining the opinions of experts in such fields as innovation management and technology development, the model has been designed and its accuracy will be assessed in the present study.

Technology in Society

Abstract This paper analyzes the catch-up process in nanotechnology firms in Iran and shows how a... more Abstract This paper analyzes the catch-up process in nanotechnology firms in Iran and shows how an academic research team can grow and become an exporter of nanotechnology industrial equipment. To this end, an in-depth case study was done on a manufacturer of electrospinning systems for producing nanofibers. The quantitative data were analyzed and theorized using the technique of grounded theory. The study was designed based on the theoretical framework of technological catch-up with a sectoral innovation systems approach.The study explains how the key components of the system, including different sources of knowledge and technology, the structure of the market and customers, the government supports and foreign sanctions affected the catch-up process of the case firm. This study shows that the starting point and the stages of catch-up process by the firms in sanctioned countries may significantly differ from those for the companies in other developing countries.

Physica E Low-dimensional Systems and Nanostructures

ABSTRACT

The main objective of this article is to study and analyse the role of Intellectual Property Righ... more The main objective of this article is to study and analyse the role of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) in the technological development of developing countries in general and Iran in particular. Firstly, some of the main relevant literature of the role of IPRs in technological development has been surveyed. The performance of the IPRs system of the country and its interaction with national innovation system with some degrees of success has been discussed. Finally, some suggestions and policy implication regarding the improvement and promotion of IPRs system in Iran will be proposed. It is believed that Iran's experience of the role of Intellectual Property Rights protection has not only invaluable contribution for its own future economic and industrial development, but it may also have some policy implications and lessons for other developing countries with similar and common characteristics.

Journal of Science and Technology Policy Management, 2015

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the current status of the knowledge-based econ... more Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the current status of the knowledge-based economy (KBE) in Iran in comparison to Turkey, the challenges encountered and the appropriate policies toward Iran’s Outlook 2025 based on which the country is expected to be ranked first in science and technology within the Middle East region. Design/methodology/approach – This study is a descriptive research. The methodology used for this study is qualitative/quantitative secondary research. The method will be used for two main goals. First, we used the World Bank’s Knowledge Assessment Methodology, and the data are mostly collected from secondary sources such as the World Bank’s Development Indicators for Iran and Turkey. Second, desktop research will be used to summarize and synthesize available studies on the consideration of policy-making toward KBE, especially among developing economies. Findings – The paper provides policy considerations around four pillars: information and communica...

Asian Journal of Research in Business Economics and Management, 2014

Technology intelligence provides a means for organizations to monitor developments and to look fo... more Technology intelligence provides a means for organizations to monitor developments and to look for new technologies and to then pass this information to the decision-makers or planners in the organization. This paper analyses the university-industry knowledge transfer gaps and suggests that technology intelligence (TI) cycles and processes through social networks could reduce the gaps and eases knowledge transfer. The role of TI as a linkage between academia and industries and influences of social networks is also discussed. In order to explore the variety of interrelations between TI cycles and university-industry knowledge transfer, we perform a case study of 70 projects of University -Industry technology transfer which were facilitated by governmental agencies in Iran. Based on our interviews and in order to have a better perception of the university industry knowledge transfer gaps, we have listed the principal factors contributing to this gap and the reasons why the gap needs to be bridged. According to our case studies, partial or complete technology intelligence (TI) cycles could play important role to narrow the university-industry gaps in several ways. To generalize knowledge transfer and TI cycles interrelations; we suggested a conceptual three layer model at the interface of university-industry-government triple helix. Three layers are include connection layer or linking hyper cycle, process layer or technology intelligence hyper cycle, and physical layer or social networks. TI cycles are performed by University, Industry staff and researchers. These people do their work through social networks. Thus, this layer acts as an inner layer which respectively results in the processes and functions of middle and outer layer and eventually eases knowledge transfer through interface of university industry overlaps.