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on Knowledge Management and Knowledge Economy |
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Issue of 2026–02–23
four papers chosen by Laura Nicola-Gavrila, Centrul European de Studii Manageriale în Administrarea Afacerilor |
| By: | Adélie Ranville (EESC-GEM - Grenoble Ecole de Management, UGA INP IAE - Grenoble Institut d'Administration des Entreprises - UGA - Université Grenoble Alpes - Grenoble INP - Institut polytechnique de Grenoble - Grenoble Institute of Technology - UGA - Université Grenoble Alpes); Romain Mekarni; Rémy Gerbet; Arthur Perret (UJML - Université Jean Moulin - Lyon 3 - Université de Lyon, ELICO - Equipe de recherche de Lyon en sciences de l'information et de la communication - UL2 - Université Lumière - Lyon 2 - ENSSIB - École nationale supérieure des sciences de l'information et des bibliothèques - Université de Lyon - IEP Lyon - Sciences Po Lyon - Institut d'études politiques de Lyon - Université de Lyon - UJML - Université Jean Moulin - Lyon 3 - Université de Lyon - UCBL - Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 - Université de Lyon, MICA - Médiation, Information, Communication, Art - UBM - Université Bordeaux Montaigne); Finn Årup Nielsen (DTU - Danmarks Tekniske Universitet = Technical University of Denmark); Dariusz Jemielniak (KU - Kozminski University) |
| Abstract: | This research proposal focuses on developing a living literature review on just sustainability transitions, addressing the challenges of information overload, knowledge synthesis and dissemination in academic research. We aim to assess the potential of Wikidata for creating an enriched, searchable academic knowledge graph on just sustainability transitions in order to facilitate navigation of existing academic knowledge and synthesis of research findings. To do so, we will conduct a meta-review of existing literature reviews, aiming to synthesize their findings by making the data they include interoperable and compatible with linked open data standards. Utilizing Wikidata, the project will collect and enrich bibliographic data, extract research results, and build a knowledge graph. The final output will include a literature review academic paper linked to this knowledge graph and a technical report about the challenges encountered in our literature review workflow. The project aligns with Wikimedia's strategic goals by contributing to filling content gaps on an important topic and by proposing an innovative way to build and disseminate social sciences results that could improve expert contribution to Wikimedia project and content trustworthiness. |
| Keywords: | Wikidata, Semantic web, Litterature review, Knowledge graph, Open science, Just transition |
| Date: | 2025–04–03 |
| URL: | https://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:hal:gemwpa:hal-05496986 |
| By: | Vathsala Wickramasinghe (University of Moratuwa); N. Madhusanka (University of Moratuwa) |
| Abstract: | The purpose of the study was to investigate factors that contribute to the success of technology transfers. The specific objectives were to investigate 1) technological capabilities acquired by recipient firms through the technology transfer at the project level, 2) contributory factors that influence technology transfer, and 3) whether technological capabilities acquired by recipient firms are affected by these contributory factors. The study was conducted in Sri Lanka. The study developed a set of success factors and performance indicators to assess technological capabilities acquired by technology recipient firms. The study found two main types of technological capabilities gained by recipient firms through the technology transfer -"converting and acquiring capability" and "vending, modifying and generating capability". Further, the study found five contributing factors for technology transfer -process management, intended use of technology, transfer components, technology needs analysis, and IP protection and licensing. It is also found that all five contributing factors significantly positively predict both types of technological capabilities gained by recipient firms through technology transfer. The findings of the study presented in this paper make valuable contributions to the existing literature on technology management and technology transfer. |
| Keywords: | Innovation performance, Science and technology policy, Research and development, Knowledge management, Technology adoption, Innovation ecosystems, Commercialization of technology, Innovation diffusion, technology transfer, international technology transfer, Technology transfer success, Knowledge transfer |
| Date: | 2025 |
| URL: | https://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:hal:journl:hal-05482866 |
| By: | Carla Coccia; Martina Jakob; Konstantin Büchel; Ben Jann |
| Abstract: | Despite billions spent annually on teacher training, rigorous evidence on standalone in-service programs remains scarce, as most evaluated programs bundle training with curriculum or material reforms. We address this gap through a large-scale randomized controlled trial with 338 schools and over 6, 000 students in El Salvador. Teachers are randomly assigned to either a control group or one of three training programs focusing on (i) content knowledge, (ii) pedagogical knowledge, or (iii) a combination of both inputs. We find lasting effects on teacher content and pedagogical knowledge of up to 0.3σ and 0.5σ respectively one year after program end. Yet, this only changes teachers' classroom practices in the short-run and does not translate into significant student learnings. The data most closely aligns with a setting where teachers face a dual challenge: introducing new ideas in a rigid environment while navigating the significant learning gaps present among students in later grades. |
| Keywords: | teacher training, teacher content knowledge, pedagogical knowledge, randomized controlled trial, El Salvador, development economics |
| JEL: | C93 I21 J24 O15 |
| Date: | 2026–02–03 |
| URL: | https://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:bss:wpaper:51 |
| By: | H. Wimalasuriya (University of Moratuwa); V. Wickramasinghe (University of Moratuwa) |
| Abstract: | Training is an important determinant in improving project performance and employee career success in the rapidly changing Technology-Driven Services (TDS) sector. This research investigated the impact of various training approaches on project performance and employees' career success, and the moderating role of organization support. The Study followed a quantitative methodology and used a survey questionnaire to collect data from professionals attached to TDS sector. The data were analyzed using SPSS software. The moderation analysis indicated that organizational support notably improves the relationship between training and both project performance and employees' career success. This research contributes to the existing literature by offering empirical evidence and practical insights that can guide organizations in developing more effective training strategies to improve project efficiency and workforce capability. It concludes by recommending targeted training interventions supported by strong mentorship frameworks to ensure sustainable organizational success in a technology-driven landscape. |
| Keywords: | Training Approaches, Technology-Driven Services, Professional training, Workforce competence, talent management, Human capital development, Project Performance, Organization Support, Career Success |
| Date: | 2025 |
| URL: | https://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:hal:journl:hal-05482874 |