University-industry research collaborations in Canada: the role of federal policy instruments

Canada's research policy has aimed to facilitate technology transfer from universities and induce innovation in industry for the past three decades. This article examines the policy instruments currently employed by the federal government in Canada to stimulate university-industry research link...

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Published in:Science & public policy 2011-07, Vol.38 (6), p.425-435
Main Authors: Sá, Creso M, Litwin, Jeffrey
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Canada
Case studies
Colleges and universities
Federal government
Industry
Innovation
Knowledge transfer
Public policy
Research and development
Science policy
Technology transfer
Universities
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Summary:Canada's research policy has aimed to facilitate technology transfer from universities and induce innovation in industry for the past three decades. This article examines the policy instruments currently employed by the federal government in Canada to stimulate university-industry research linkages. First, the article examines the national landscape of industry R&D and its interface with university research. Then, multiple policy instruments are identified, and their goals and functions are examined. Finally, the article discusses the main features and implications of Canada's policy approach.
ISSN:0302-3427
1471-5430
DOI:10.3152/030234211X12960315267732