University Startups and Spin-Offs teaches university students, researchers, and educators the most effective strategies and tactics for launching their own startups from academic platforms with the backing of school programs, public grants, incubators, seed accelerators, and private partnerships...

This book analyses policy making processes at the micro-level and offers a unique insight into the fascinating world of policy entrepreneurs, elucidating their strategic modus operandi. The author identifies change strategies and explores the role of individuals in policy change processes....

Part I: Entrepreneurship.- 1 Entrepreneurship Capital and Regional Development -- 2 Career Paths of Academic Entrepreneurs and University Spin-off Growth -- 3 The Role of Employee’s Human Capital and the Work Environment on the Creation of Organizational Spin-offs -- 4 How far do hiring parent...