Abstract
This paper deals with the occurrence and spatial distribution of collaborations within biotechnology. By starting from a total population of 45 firms involved in biotech R&D, we shed light on how many collaborate with (1) other firms, (2) venture capitalists, and (3) actors in science and technology and whether these partners can be found in the region, nation or in the rest of the world. Possible explanations for the different patterns are drawn out.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 409-431 |
Number of pages | 23 |
Journal | Technology Analysis and Strategic Management |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 31 Dec 2005 |
Funding
We acknowledge the support from our research financiers, namely the project ‘The Economic Dynamics of Knowledge in the Bio-Sciences’ financed by VINNOVA and strategic monies from the Vice-Chancellor of Chalmers University of Technology. An earlier version of this paper was presented at the DRUID Summer Conference 2003 on ‘Creating, Sharing and Transferring Knowledge: The Role of Geography, Institutions and Organizations’. We are grateful to Maryann Feldman and Phil Cooke as well as the other participants at the session for helpful comments. Annika Rickne provided helpful comments on earlier drafts. The usual disclaimer applies.
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Strategy and Management
- Management Science and Operations Research