We develop a two-sided matching model to analyze collaboration between heterogeneous academics and firms. We predict a positive assortative matching in terms of both scientific ability and affinity for type of research, but negative assortative in terms of ability on one side and affinity in the...

The paper deals with the regional economic impact of the University of Rostock. There are short-term and long-term economic effects to be considered. The former are mainly on income and employment. The university generates ca. 422 million DM income in the region and creates about 6500 Jobs; one...

This study applies the Quality Function Deployment (QFD) method to develop a House of Quality (HoQ) framework for the Collaborative Apparel Consumption (CAC) business. The framework integrates inputs from customers and industry professionals to assess customer requirements and business goal...