Due to the inherent complex tensions in General Purpose Technology (GPT) in emerging industries, namely those between "generality" and "emergance," firms in emerging industries often face the dilemma of choosing distant search or local search in GPT innovation. The core research question of this...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to discuss, theoretically and practically, the role of civil society groups in eco‐innovation. Design/methodology/approach – Starting from a discussion on the emergence of “triple helix twins”, “quadruple helix” and “N‐tuple helices”,...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to outline the strategic challenges for creating knowledge‐based innovation in China. Design/methodology/approach – The paper outlines the context of innovation in China and describes the triple helix model of knowledge‐based innovation. Findings...

Knowledge-infused clusters, involving governmental and university, as well as firm actors are the epitome of contemporary economic development strategy. The role of Southern Oregon University (SOU) in the inception of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) gives rise to a model for...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to assess how technology‐based university research drives innovation in Europe and China. Design/methodology/approach – This paper draws on extensive theoretical research and literature reviews, and presents a framework based on theories on...

Purpose – The present paper seeks to illuminate the role played by university‐based technology transfer offices (TTOs) in driving the transfer of research‐based knowledge and technology from institutions of higher education to industry in Hong Kong. Design/methodology/approach –...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present a conceptual stage model of education and innovation type. The model depicts the influence of education on innovation and the paper aims to discuss the implications of it for the national competitiveness of China. Design/methodology/approach...