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Proposed integrated policies and supports of university spin-offs: a case study from Institut Teknologi Bandung

Uruqul Nadhif Dzakiy; Dedy Sushandoyo; Togar Simatupang; Eko Agus Prasetio; Isti Raafaldini Mirzanti

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Abstract: Paper aims: This research explores proposed integrated policies and supports for university spin-offs by considering the growth level of the spin-offs.

Originality: According to the literature, different types of support are needed to make spin-offs become established companies. However, the literature lacks clarity in addressing the specific types of support required at each stage of spin-off growth.

Research method: This research employs a qualitative research method in which the data collection is based on nine interviews with the founders of the spin-offs, the inventor, the director of the technology transfer office, the head of the university incubator, the manager of the university technopark, and the director of university’s company.

Main findings: Each level of spin-offs’ growth has to be supported by specific policies and supports. There are different types of support expected at the pre-incubation stage, which are Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) protection, patent incentives, royalties, matching funds between university and industry, and the Technology Transfer Office as a matchmaker of inventor and startup founders.

Implications for theory and practice: This study provides a theoretical contribution to the policy framework for university spin-offs and offers practical guidance for university management and incubator managers.

Keywords

University spin-off, The growth level, Integrated supports and policies, Technology transfer office, Incubator

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11/21/2024

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