What technology-based clusters are in your region, and how successful are they? If there are no clusters, which ones might be appropriate given regional resources and economic development goals?

Consider organizations in the commercial realm, the government, and academe. What steps would you take to access information on opportunities for collaborating with other organizations domestically and internationally?

If you are in a university, what model of technology transfer is employed, and how might it be improved?

What specific behaviors establish the foundation of trust among partners in the innovation network? What specific behaviors damage trust?

Innovation hubs are emerging the world over. What are the positive and negative implications to the United States?