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Ghent University Technology Park: from a Local Initiative towards an Essential Component of the Ghent Knowledge Innovation Ecosystem

  • Bil, Johan (Technology Transfer Office, Ghent University) ;
  • Moens, Luc (Deputy Vice Chancellor, Ghent University) ;
  • Buerman, Thomas (International Relations Office, Ghent University)
  • Received : 2015.05.19
  • Accepted : 2015.06.08
  • Published : 2015.06.30
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Abstract

Using the case of the Ghent University and its Technology Park, we will illustrate how changing policies and practices at the level of the university concerning research valorization have an impact on our science park. We will also demonstrate how the evolving nature of our science park has a clear impact on the university, as the science park becomes more and more an integral part of the university knowledge eco-system. We will also highlight the involvement of Ghent University in the Korea Songdo Global University Campus Project.

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