International Knowledge Transfer & Utilization

TD25.1 Global Networked Entrepreneurship: Experiential Learning Through Technology Incubators David L. Gibson --- Univ. of TX, IC2 Inst., 2815 San Gabriel, Austin, TX 78705 , (davidg@icc.utexas.edu)

We present an overview of the challenges and rewards of implementing¨ a global networked entrepreneurship program through the IC2¨ Institute and its Austin Technology Incubator with technology¨ incubators and commercialization centers worldwide including Lisbon,¨ Portugal; Curitiba, Brazil; Shanghai/Hefei, China; Moscow, Russia¨ and Kiev, Ukraine.

TD25.2 Understanding the Role of Cultural & Communicative Differences in Knowledge Diffusion/Utilization Kathy L. Wohlert --- Univ. of TX, Div. of Mgt. & Mkt., 6900 North Loop 1604 West, San Antonio, TX 78249 , (lwohlert@lonestar.utsa.edu)

We present a conceptual model positing the existence of a¨ fundamental relationship among effective communication, cultural¨ understanding and international knowledge diffusion/utilization.¨ Concepts such as restricted/elaborated linguistic codes and¨ co-oriented meaning are explored. Propositions derived from the¨ model are also discussed.

TD25.3 Critical Success Factors for International Technology Transfer Glenn Dietrich --- Univ. of TX-San Antonio, Div. of Acct. & IS, 6900 North Loop 1604 West, San Antonio, TX 78249 , (dietrich@lonestar.utsa.edu)

With the globalization of international business and the spread of¨ high technology enterprises around the world, it becomes¨ increasingly important to be able to address the barriers and¨ facilitators that make foreign technology transfer successful.¨ Issues such as intellectual property rights, culture and tax laws¨ will be examined.