Innovation Potential as a New Element in University Theses

Hilda A. Del Carpio Ramos, Pedro Antonio Del Carpio Ramos, Francisco Jose Garcia-Penalvo, Sergio Rafael B. Del Carpio Hernandez, Jose Carlos Montes Ninaquispe, Rosa Maria Chiclayo Del Carpio

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Abstract

Few theses drive technological development, and even fewer contribute to innovation. This is partly due to a gap in the structure of research reports. This study aims to propose the inclusion of 'Innovation Potential' (IP) as a new element to bridge this gap in thesis structures, aligning with the open innovation model. Qualitative research was conducted to develop a tool for evaluating the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of theses. This was complemented by a quantitative approach to identify the most frequent TRL and IP levels. The sample included specialized literature and 354 undergraduate and postgraduate theses from a local university. The results showed that the theses predominantly fall into TRL1 and TRL2, highlighting the need to integrate IP into thesis structures. It was concluded that the IP should be placed in either the Results or Recommendations sections.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - JICV 2023
Subtitle of host publication13th International Conference on Virtual Campus
EditorsFernando Moreira, Carina S. Gonzalez-Gonzalez, Alfonso Infante-Moro, Juan C. Infante-Moro, Julia Gallardo-Perez, Alicia Garcia-Holgado, Francisco Jose Garcia-Penalvo
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350343441
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Event13th International Conference on Virtual Campus, JICV 2023 - Porto, Portugal
Duration: 25 Sep 202326 Sep 2023

Publication series

NameProceedings - JICV 2023: 13th International Conference on Virtual Campus

Conference

Conference13th International Conference on Virtual Campus, JICV 2023
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityPorto
Period25/09/2326/09/23

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Publisher Copyright:
© 2023 IEEE.

Keywords

  • innovation potential
  • research results
  • Science
  • technology and innovation
  • theses
  • TRL

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