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International Journal of Technology Management & Sustainable Development - Volume 21, Issue 3, 2022
Volume 21, Issue 3, 2022
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Generating transition policy scenarios for university–industry collaboration in Iran using systems thinking
Authors: Gerry Edgar and Omid Ali KharazmiThe aim of this study is to build a dynamic systems model (DSM) in order to construct scenarios for the future of university–industry collaboration (UIC) in Iran. A mixed research methodology was used and Fahey and Randall’s (1998) six stages of scenario development were followed. To identify the key variables (forces that contribute to the promotion of UIC), the relevant innovation systems theories and literature related to UIC considering macro and micro environment was explored. A questionnaire was designed to identify the scenario driving forces of UIC in Iran and 90 respondents participated from both university and industry side. In order to construct a DSM based on Iranian context, generating and interpreting scenarios, 25 interviews were conducted with the major players of UIC including university professors, industrial experts and also experts from government institution associated with two Iranian cluster industries (Automotive and Biotechnology). These experts were selected based on a snowball sampling technique. Theme analysis was used to analyse the qualitative data and generate scenarios. A set of evolved states (exploratory and future-backwards scenarios) served to illustrate the plausible futures of UIC in Iran, and therefore to inform an improvement agenda for UIC activities.
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Triple Helix interactions in a rural context: The case study of a regional business incubator
Authors: João Paulo Coelho Marques and Nataliia VorontsovaThis study explores the relationships within university-industry-government interactions, with specific reference to the business incubator of Penela, Portugal. It describes the formal, informal and human resource links between the sample of thirteen firms based in the incubator and universities, as well as the relations between Penela Town Council and the incubator. The impact of all these linkages on the development of the biotechnology and agricultural sectors is considered. The results confirm that the dynamics of the relations between the Triple Helix actors led to the emergence of the Penela Incubator. The latter operates as a mechanism of knowledge/technology transfer and stimulates cooperation between the university and industry, which is characterized by mostly informal links. In addition, the research revealed that these interactions had a positive impact on the development of the region, resulting in the creation of companies and the introduction of innovative products.
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Entrepreneurial behaviour of university students in the United Arab Emirates: An empirical analysis
Authors: Abdelghani Echchabi, Abdullah Mohammed Ayedh, Mercy Chaita and Welcome SibandaThe aim of the study is to explore students’ entrepreneurial behaviour in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), represented by behavioural intention, and the factors that influence their entrepreneurial decisions. The study used 248 survey questionnaires distributed to university students from various universities and regions in the UAE. The collected data were analysed using elementary descriptive analysis, and partial least squares technique. The findings showed that personal attitude, subjective norm, facilitating conditions and perceived behavioural control have a significant influence on the Emirati students’ entrepreneurial intention. In addition, government support was found to have a significant role in moderating the relationships between the above factors and entrepreneurial intention, by either strengthening or dampening these relationships. The study significantly contributes to the behavioural theories, especially the theory of planned behaviour, by incorporating additional dimensions and applying it in a different field and setting that have not been explored earlier. Likewise, the findings provide important practical insights and recommendations to promote and improve entrepreneurial activities among higher education institutions’ students in the UAE.
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Towards sustainable port management: Comparative evidence from Italy, UAE and India
By Amol GoreAs role of ports is changing rapidly in global supply chains and transport networks, and sixth-generation ports are evolving on the threshold of the fourth industrial revolution, the issue of sustainable port management has become crucial. Consequently, the Port Authority and policy-makers are under increasing pressure from all stakeholders whether business, governmental or societal, to adopt more mature sustainability theories and models that provide assurance for effective implementation and ease in practice for sustainability measures in ports. Apparently, such developments in port sustainability vary across countries in the realm of usual competition and cooperation dynamics of ports. This article examines the directives and efficacies of sustainability initiatives at three major ports located in three different countries. By utilizing a comparative case study methodology grounded in existing theory, this research aims to understand the success factors, differences and trends in sustainable port management. Additionally, managerial implications are discussed while tracing a pattern along with the empirical results.
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Safeguarding Earth and space’s environment: Issues and trends towards sustainable development
Authors: Victor Dos Santos Paulino and Nonthapat PulsiriThe global research community realizes that space technologies and innovations are required in everyday life. In addition, technology and innovation management is growing rapidly from the progress in space sector. Although these technologies and innovations are undoubtedly essential, their availability is also threatened by their own rapid development. The consequence is the appearance of some issues in Earth and space’s environment and sustainable development. Therefore, this article aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis with systematic literature review to provide insights that align all related stakeholders towards sustainable space. VOSviewer software is selected to analyse 285 publications from SCOPUS database during 2002–21. The results present the research landscape and guidance on their issues and trends. In conclusion, this review clarifies current research and propose solutions for sustainable development and safeguard Earth and space’s environment.
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Volumes & issues
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Volume 22 (2023 - 2024)
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Volume 21 (2022)
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Volume 20 (2021)
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Volume 19 (2020)
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Volume 18 (2019)
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Volume 17 (2018)
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Volume 16 (2017)
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Volume 15 (2016)
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Volume 14 (2015)
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Volume 13 (2014)
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Volume 12 (2013)
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Volume 11 (2012)
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Volume 10 (2011 - 2012)
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Volume 9 (2010 - 2011)
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Volume 8 (2009)
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Volume 7 (2008)
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Volume 6 (2007)
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Volume 5 (2005 - 2006)
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Volume 4 (2005)
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Volume 3 (2004)
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Volume 2 (2003 - 2004)
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Volume 1 (2002)