The structure and performance of U.S. research joint ventures: inferences and implications from the Advanced Technology Program

UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Albert N. Link, Professor (Creator)
Institution
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/

Abstract: Research joint ventures (RJVs) are projects that combine the research resources of different firms. A sample of RJVs supported by the U.S. Advanced Technology Program shows that the projects yield revenues that are far less than costs. Related to this point, the RJVs are subject to commercialization delays, loss of intellectual property, and product market competition. Partner firms undertake joint research, but if they commercialize at all, they do so separately, to avoid splitting of revenues from new products. Ultimately, difficulties with the RJVs occur because frequently, firms are potential competitors.

Additional Information

Publication
Economics of Innovation and New Technology, 2018, 27: 551-575
Language: English
Date: 2018
Keywords
Limits of the firm, partnerships, research joint ventures, contracts, property rights economics, subsidies, supervision, productivity, innovation, patents, commercialization, Advanced Technology Program

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