The roles and identification of innovators and linkers in the technology transfer process

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Hochberger, Lyle K.
Woolley, Bill G.
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1977-09Advisor
Creighton, John W.
Jolly, James A.
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The concept that the innovator is a unique and essential element in the process of technology transfer is advanced. Distinction is drawn between the innovator, the inventor, and the linker categories of individuals. An instrument is developed to identify both the innovator and the linker. The instrument is administered to a set of individuals and the ability of the instrument to differentiate is validated through the results of a series of interviews with a sample of the respondents. Extensive analysis is performed on the results of both the questionnaire and the personal interviews. Conclusions are drawn, and recommendations for additional investigation are provided.
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This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.NPS Report Number
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