The structural, relational and cognitive configuration of innovation networks between SMEs and public research organisations

Barbara Masiello, Francesco Izzo, Cristina Canoro · 2013 · International Small Business Journal Researching Entrepreneurship

Summary. This study examines how small firms and public research organizations collaborate in innovation networks. The researchers analyzed twelve case studies to understand network structure, relationships, and shared knowledge. They found that successful partnerships evolve together through different governance stages, face risks when trust becomes stagnant, and require overlapping knowledge bases and common language to function effectively.

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Masiello, B., Izzo, F., & Canoro, C.. (2013). The structural, relational and cognitive configuration of innovation networks between SMEs and public research organisations. International Small Business Journal Researching Entrepreneurship. https://doi.org/10.1177/0266242613485610

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DOI: 10.1177/0266242613485610
Countries: Italy
Regions: Europe
Categories: innovation-networks, entrepreneurship, general-innovation
Added: 2026-04-28