Critical Role of Intermediaries on Technology Transfer: Case Study of BIOTROP and Center for Mariculture Development of Lampung
Abstract:. Relationship among
technology generator and technology user is one of factors determining
successful technology transfer, but the existence of intermediaries is proven
to enhance the absorptive capacity of technology user, especially in rural
areas. Government can enact as intermediary by supporting the relationship
generator-user, which is commonly found in agriculture and fishery sectors. The
aim of this study is to demonstrate how government can support technology
transfer from academic institution to rural industry. Using case study method,
this study focused on the critical role of Center for Mariculture Development
of Lampung (CMDL) which acts as an intermediary of technology transfer process
from Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization- Southeast Asian
Regional Center for Tropical Biology (SEAMEO-BIOTROP) to seaweed farmers. This
study shows that intermediary agent plays an important role in articulating
demand from technology user to technology generator, creating network between
adopter-generator, and providing resources (fund, technician, industrial-scale
laboratory) for technology commercialization. Intermediary with strong commitment
to deliver technology to society is highly needed in successful technology
transfer.
Keywords: technology transfer,
technology adoption, tissue culture, seaweed, intermediary
Penulis: Karlina Sari, Purnama
Alamsyah, Anugerah Yuka Asmara, Kusnandar, Sri Mulatsih
Kode Jurnal: jpmanajemendd170313
