The operational interaction model for technology transfer provides an overall conceptual foundation for understanding how different factors influence the agenda of research in the Center and the agenda for potential manufacturers of R & D products.

Elements in this model show

• The influencing factors that play an important part at each stage of research and development and can have an impact on whether the research or development should be undertaken with the cooperation of outside organizations or not
  
  
• The range of contributions that can be made to the project by manufacturers, the considerations that will influence their inclination to participate, the considerations that will influence their inclination to participate, and the benefits they would be likely to see accruing as a result of their participation.

Investigator

Transfer Officer

Center Director