INTRODUCTION
In this part we introduce you to the cognitive framework for understanding and doing technology transfer. We use a game metaphor, as that is the easiest way to understand the model. As with other games, there are pieces and there is a board. In this chapter we introduce some of the key pieces. In the next chapter we explain the board. In Chapter 3, we discuss strategy.
Technology is simply an aid for conducting an activity which is repeated time and time again. It may be a tool, a technique, a material, etc. Because humans engage in activities that are repeated over and over again, it makes sense to build tools and other useful aids so we can do this activity more effectively and efficiently.
Consider a game in which the object is to move a technology out of the hands of one player into the hands of another in such a way as each player is better off after the technology has moved than before. In plain English: You win when you do a good deal. You lo ... read full excerpt from The Art and Science of Technology Transfer ebook
