Commercialization secrets for scientists and engineers /

Commercializing a knowledge-based product or service requires a realistic, methodical approach combined with a great deal of perseverance. Commercialization Secrets for Scientists and Engineersserves as a high-level guide to answering key questions and critical issues that confront founding entrepre...

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Main Author: Szycher, Michael (Author)
Corporate Author: Taylor & Francis
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, [2017]
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Commercializing a knowledge-based product or service requires a realistic, methodical approach combined with a great deal of perseverance. Commercialization Secrets for Scientists and Engineersserves as a high-level guide to answering key questions and critical issues that confront founding entrepreneurs on their quest to commercialize their knowledge-based innovations. It highlights the unique problems shared by all technologists across knowledge-intensive fields and how to overcome the most predictable obstacles faced by technology entrepreneurs. It demystifies the process of commercializing advanced products that require a high degree of specialized knowledge. Typically, these are "disruptive technologies" with the potential to revolutionize whole industries. The book simplifies the launch of high-tech ventures such as pharmaceuticals, genetic and biotechnology products, wireless devices, fuel cells, and minimally invasive medical devices. Additionally, it will help readers bring their disruptive technologies to profitability
Physical Description:1 online resource (xxii, 536 pages)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
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