very few studies devoted to explaining the use of patent indicators as performance indicators in performance-based research …-based research funding systems. This article is aimed at filling the gap and seeks to clarify the theoretical validity of the use of … performance-based research funding systems. The results demonstrate at least five arguments in favor of the statement that the use …

independent research triggered by the grant competition, the extent of administrative expenses and the productivity of the … research financed by the grant are decisive. Our main implications for policy-makers and university managers are that …