Scientists as Entrepreneurs : Organizational Performance in Scientist-Started New Ventures

I Introduction, Research and Methodology -- 1. An Introduction to Scientists as Entrepreneurs -- 2. An Overview of the Research Literature Related to Scientist-Started Ventures -- 3. Research Methods and Design -- II Scientists as Entrepreneurs: The Field Studies -- 4. Socioeconomic Profiles of the Research Participants -- 5. Planning and Management in Scientist-Started Ventures -- 6. University Relationships and Comparative Aspects of Scientists as Entrepreneurs -- III Conclusions, Implications and Guidelines -- 7. Findings and Conclusions -- 8. A Guide for Aspiring Scientist-Entrepreneurs and Their Partners -- About the Author.