Healthy Skepticism Library item: 19805

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Publication type: Journal Article

Campbell EG, Powers JB, Blumenthal D, Biles B
Inside the Triple Helix: Technology Transfer And Commercialization In The Life Sciences
Health Affairs 2004 Jan; 23:(1):64-76
http://content.healthaffairs.org/content/23/1/64.abstract

Abstract:

The transfer and subsequent application of academic research results has demonstrable benefits for health care, researchers, universities, companies, and local economies. Nonetheless, at least three general concerns exist: bias in the reporting of results, limited revenues from these activities, and the lack of data to evaluate technology transfer activities. Future efforts with regard to technology transfer in the life sciences will need to recognize its importance without ignoring concerns or overestimating benefits. Next steps include better monitoring of university–industry relationships, the development of a better data system, the dissemination of best practices in technology transfer management, and evaluation of national technology-transfer policies.