Fuel cells present a highly efficient and environmentally friendly alternative technology for decentralized energy production. The scope of the present study is to provide an overview of the technological and commercialization readiness level of fuel cells. Specifically, there is a brief description of their general advantages and weaknesses in correlation with various technological actions and...

A spin-off foundation is hot topic for many R&D groups today. Key factors of a successful spin-off include good relationship between the company and the university, stable financing with own capital, mutual benefits for both parties and enthusiastic people. The presentation describes success story of an academic R&D group from its foundation, spin-off phase and five years on the market. The aca...

Technology-based startups (TBSs) significantly contribute to the generation of jobs and economic development; therefore, success these companies should be guaranteed. However, despite their importance, TBSs have a high failure rate worldwide. The objective this study is identify CSFs for based on analysis information systems theory, as well theories human, social, organisational behaviour. This...

The aim of this paper is to establish critical success factors in 57 biomedical laboratories in academic hospitals and health research institutes in the Netherlands. Great differences could be demonstrated between the more-than-average and the lessthan-average performers, with regard to the effectiveness of personnel policy, the flexibility of administrative procedures and the establishing of n...