Publication Type

PhD Dissertation

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

12-2024

Abstract

This study elucidates the pivotal determinants of industry-university research collaboration within the chemical industry and delineates its operational modalities, which can offer valuable insights for pertinent theoretical research and practical applications. By employing grounded theory, an in-depth qualitative analysis of several collaborative cases between chemical enterprises and higher education institutions was conducted, which culminated in the construction of a theoretical model for industry–university research collaboration. The findings reveal that the government plays a significant intermediary role in industry–university partnerships by facilitating the smooth progression and commercialization of collaborative endeavors through policy support, financial subsidies, and performance evaluation.

Moreover, the complementarity of resources has been established as a crucial impetus for driving industry–university collaboration with the reciprocal demands for knowledge, technology, and talent between enterprises and academic institutions, thus fostering the deepening and perpetuation of these partnerships. Trusting relationships and effective communication mechanisms have also been identified as key determinants of collaborative outcomes, which are instrumental in mitigating conflicts and uncertainties throughout the collaboration process. The study further posits that extrinsic environmental factors, such as market demands and technological trends, have a pronounced influence on the efficacy of industry–university collaborations.

This research enriches the application of resource dependence theory and institutional theory within the context of industry–university partnerships, thus providing a novel perspective for a deep comprehension of the intricacies of such collaborations. On a practical level, the study’s outcomes furnish empirical evidence for governmental bodies to formulate policies and measures that support industry–university collaboration and for enterprises and academic institutions to establish efficient collaborative mechanisms. Future research may extend to other industries and regions by adopting longitudinal research designs to delve into the dynamic evolution and long-term impacts of industry–university partnerships.

Keywords

Industry-Academia Research Collaboration, Policy Support, Resource Dependence Theory, Institutional Theory

Degree Awarded

Doctor of Business Admin

Discipline

Strategic Management Policy

Supervisor(s)

CHEN, Liang

First Page

1

Last Page

135

Publisher

Singapore Management University

City or Country

Singapore

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