The architecture of R&D joint projects: the social network analysis approach

This paper examines the effect of network properties on the performance R&D joint projects. In particular, we examine the impact of network cohesion, diversity and shape on the performance of these of exploration and exploitation R&D projects. We test these measures using data on projects fr...

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Published in:Technology analysis & strategic management 2019-08, Vol.31 (8), p.902-914
Main Authors: Arranz, N., Arroyabe, M. F., Fdez. de Arroyabe, J. C.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
architecture
Cohesion
Empirical analysis
Exploitation
Exploration
Network analysis
R&D
R&D joint projects
Research & development
Social cohesion
Social network analysis
Social networks
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Summary:This paper examines the effect of network properties on the performance R&D joint projects. In particular, we examine the impact of network cohesion, diversity and shape on the performance of these of exploration and exploitation R&D projects. We test these measures using data on projects from European R&D networks developed under the framework of Eureka projects. The empirical results indicated some network properties enhance the project's performance and these differ depending on the kind of technological project developed. Our results suggest a lower heterogeneity, greater cohesion and network centralisation in exploitation than in exploration projects. Our findings show different types of structures depending on the aim of the joint project and that there exist different degrees of cohesion between the partners that comprise the core and the peripheral nodes.
ISSN:0953-7325
1465-3990
DOI:10.1080/09537325.2019.1573982