The four rationales of technology transfer~identifying technology transfer risks~

Up until now, most technology transfer activities have been carried out on trial-and-error basis. However, recent studies have emerged to provide scientifically-based guides for technology transfer in recognition of the fact that technology transfer is important for global advancement. Along with these studies, this research aims to present a systematic methodology, called the Four Rationales of Technology Transfer, for identifying the risks of technology transfer. This methodology is derived from an empirical study conducted on 50 recently-implemented technology transfer projects. With the proposal of the methodology of Four Rationales of Technology Transfer and the presentation of the results of the empirical study, it is the hope of this research that future activities of technology transfer will become more successful