This book explores major similarities and differences in the structure, conduct, and performance of the national technology transfer systems of Germany and the United States. It maps the technology transfer landscape in each country in detail, uses case studies to examine the dynamics of technology transfer in four major technology areas, and identifies areas and opportunities for further mutual learning between the two national systems.Table of ContentsFront MatterPart I: Overview and ComparisonIntroductionThe German and U.S. R&D SystemsComparison of Major Technology Transfer InstitutionsSelected Technology Transfer Issues in a Comparative ContextConclusions and RecommendationsAnnex I: Suggestions for Transatlantic/International Collaborative ProjectsPart II: Technology Transfer in the United StatesIntroductionThe R&D EnterpriseTechnology Transfer from Higher Education to IndustryU.S. Federal Laboratories and Technology Transfer to IndustryTechnology Transfer by Privately Held, Nonacademic OrganizationsAnnex II: Case Studies in Technology TransferPart III: Technology Transfer in GermanyExecutive SummaryIntroductionThe German R&D EnterpriseTechnology Transfer from UniversitiesTechnology Transfer from Public Intermediate R&D InsitutionsTechnology Transfer by Industrial R&D ConsortiaTechnology Transfer in Selected AreasConclusion: An Assessment of Technology Transfer in GermanyAnnex III: Examples of Technology Transfer in GermanyAppendixesNotesReferencesBiographical Information for the Binational PanelIndex