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Conceptual Model and Hypotheses

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After having discussed alternative theories available to illuminate the question why some academic research units achieve more technology transfer results than others, this chapter will design a conceptual research model on the basis of the theory we identified as best suited to analyze the problem.

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(2008). Conceptual Model and Hypotheses. In: Entrepreneurial Orientation in Academia. Gabler. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-8350-5572-8_4

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