Navigating Spin-Off Decisions: The Role of Key Factors Support in Thai Universities
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https://doi.org/10.58837/CHULA.CBSJ.46.2.2Keywords:
Academic Spin-Off Ventures, Intellectual Property Support, Funding Resources, Technology Transfer Offices, Technology CommercializationAbstract
The study investigates academic spin-off ventures in Thai universities, with a particular focus on the perception of university intellectual property support, funding support, attitudes towards intellectual property knowledge, and the perceived influence of funding resources on spin-off decisions. A positive correlation exists between favorable intellectual property knowledge and spin-off engagement, suggesting the need for educational programs to enhance awareness. Perceived funding resources significantly impact spin-off decisions, emphasizing the importance of accessible financial support. Collaboration between universities and stakeholders is vital to providing diverse funding opportunities, including government grants and venture capital. While institutional support lacks statistical significance, personal beliefs heavily influence spin-off decisions. These insights are crucial for fostering a thriving spin-off ecosystem in Thai universities, with implications for economic and societal development. Recommendations include investing in faculty and researcher education on intellectual property and ensuring diverse funding sources are available to effectively support academic spin-off ventures.
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