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The IC² Institute has developed a broad-based transdisciplinary library of research documentation covering theory and practice (think and do) over a diverse spectrum of interests. Resident IC² researchers, IC² fellows, visiting scholars, and UT faculty & students have written books, monographs, journal articles, and working papers that collectively represent: - An intellectual history of the progression of IC² Institute thought and research.
- The knowledge base of the IC² international know-how network
About the IC² Institute IC² Institute: Creating Wealth & Jobs
Insert to the Texas Business Journal detailing the contribution of the IC² Institute and its component programs. February 2010 [7.4 MB PDF, 24 pages] The IC² Institute: A Think and Do Tank
An introduction to the the IC² Institute's work in Latin America. August 2009 [PDF] IC² Institute: 30 Years of Research, Education and Service
An overview of the IC² Institute's history and current activities. July 2008 [8.4 MB PDF, 21 pages] Journal Articles Regulation and American Business
Elsie Echeverri-Carroll and Sofía G. Ayala (2009)
Policy Review no. 155. Does It Matter Where IT Workers are Located?
Elsie Echeverri-Carroll, Sofía G. Ayala, Mayuresh Kshetramade, Priyanka Murthy (2007)
Environment and Planning C: Government and Policy 25 (5): 709-728. Incubating & Networking Technology Commercialization Centers among Emerging, Developing, & Mature Technopoleis Worldwide
David V. Gibson & Pedro Conceição (2003) Overview of US Incubators & the Case of the Austin Technology Incubator
Joel Wiggins & David V. Gibson (2003) Characteristics of Technology Transfer in Business Ventures: The Case of Daejon, Korea
Tae Kyung Sung, David V. Gibson & Byung-Su Kang (2003) Knowledge Interaction Towards Inclusive Learning: Promoting Systems of Innovation & Competence Building
Pedro Conceição & Manuel V. Heitor (2002) County Agent Model for Entrepreneurship: An Economic Development Vision for Texas
John Sibley Butler (2002) Beyond the Digital Economy: Perspective on Innovation for the Learning Society
Pedro Conceição, David V. Gibson, Manuel V. Heitor & Giorgio Sirilli (2000) Knowledge for Inclusive Development: The Challenges of Globally Integrated Learning & Implications for Science & Technology Policy
Pedro Conceição, David V. Gibson, Manuel V. Heitor & Giorgio Sirilli (1999) ReportsTexas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program: The Economic Benefits From Incentives by James E. Jarrett and Bruce Kellison (2011).
Prepared for the Texas Association of Business by the Bureau of Business Research, IC² Institute, The University of Texas at Austin. Texas Business Leader's Confidence Index (BLCI), 2002-2009.
Produced with Compass Bank. Regulation and Competitiveness of U.S. Businesses: Is It Time for a Competitive Impact Statement?
by Elsie Echeverri-Carroll and Sofía G. Ayala (2008) The Economic and Workforce Impacts of Hurricane Katrina and Ongoing Demographic Changes on the Space Shuttle Program (Summary Report), 2007
Two reports on the economic and workforce effects of Hurricane Katrina, aging workforce and related factors on NASA's Space Shuttle Program efforts along the Gulf Coast. The research was conducted by a joint team from the Ray Marshall Center and the IC² Institute and is based on field interviews, focus groups and surveys. The reports conclude with a series of recommendations for NASA, its contractors and others.
Full Report Accelerating Technology-based Economic Growth and Entrepreneurship in Greater Moncton: Part A, Executive Summary
Part B, Full Data Presentation
2007
Report prepared for the Moncton Technology Planning Group, Moncton, NB, Canada. It emphasizes the importance of having common visions and action plans to mobilize key local partnerships. Opportunity on the Horizon: Photovoltaics in Texas, 2007
Report on the economic potential of the solar energy industry in Texas. Texas: The State of Manufacturing: A Secretary of Manufacturing for Texas, 2006
Report on the importance of manufacturing to the Texas economy and on proposals to create a Secretary of Manufacturing to promote manufacturing in Texas. Impact Assessment of the State of Texas Advanced Technology Program, 2005
“Impact Assessment of the State of Texas Advanced Technology Program” evaluated 1850 applied research projects funded at Texas universities since 1987. Economic impacts from principal investigators and private sector partners were compiled, university administrative officials and venture capitalists were interviewed regarding commercialization of university research and development, and recommendations were prepared for potential changes in program procedures and policy. Impact Assessment of the State of Texas Advanced Research Program, 2006
“Impact Assessment of the State of Texas Advanced Research Program” evaluated 1312 basic research projects funded at Texas universities since 1987. Economic impacts from principal investigators were compiled, and information was developed about the program’s ability to attract exceptional students to higher educational institutions and to retain these students as productive members of the state’s science and technology workforce. The role of ARP in current and future state science research strategy was addressed. Benchmarking with other state science programs were performed, and recommendations for potential changes in the ARP were provided. M2M: The Wireless Revolution, 2005
M2M is an acronym for Machine-to-Machine computing and both fourth generation and M2M involve networking physical, chemical, biological and neurological objects, systems and environments. Applications of M2M and fourth generation computing span virtually every industry and market. The report describes M2M technologies, identifies the emerging and promising markets, and identifies the resources Texas can draw upon to play a leading role in this increasingly competitive arena. In conjunction with TSTC. Austin’s Wireless Future, 2004
This report explores the near-term future of wireless – ubiquitous mobile voice and data communication, with focus on three categories of wireless services and products (existing cellular and PCS services and products; licensed radio spectrum wireless services and products, such as fixed broadband wireless; and unlicensed services and products, such as WiFi hotspots in cafes and airports). Gaming, A Technology Forecast: Implications for Texas Community and Technical Colleges, 2004
Highlights of the forecast include predictions related to the global US$50 billion industry: acceleration of network gaming, fueled by next generation "super computer" gaming consoles, broadband, and wireless technologies; relations among gaming and 21st Century science (nano-bio-info-congo-enviro), design-related industries (industrial design, architecture, instructional design, aerospace, architecture), specialized industries that require transdisciplinary knowledge workers (robotics, IT security, national defense, and homeland security) and education; and San Antonio's academy model for innovation, education and economic development. In conjunction with TSTC. Knowledge-Base Benchmarking for Belize Education, Science & Technology (BEST) Park, 2004
IC² researchers visited Belize, the Yucatan Peninsula (Mexico), Costa Rica, Panama, Jamaica, and Trinidad & Tobago to research the feasibility for establishing a science park in Belize. Accelerating Technology-Based Economic Development in the Canary Islands, 2003
This report provides an analysis of technology-based entrepreneurship, R&D and university technology transfer, workforce training, financing, and industry clusters, and benchmarks the Canary Islands with other regions and small nations. Entrepreneurial Assessment and Feasibility of a Cedar Park Incubator, 2003
This report includes a feasibility analysis for establishing an incubator in Cedar Park, Texas, development of a strategy for increasing the number of entrepreneurs, and identification of approaches for cooperation between the community and nearby educational institutions. ISTC 2012:Towards Sustainable Global Security, 2003
Study prepared for the International Science and Technology Center in Moscow, Russia. ISTC is an organization to facilitate commercial occupations for Russian scientists formerly working on weapons of mass destruction. Appendix. Cameron County/Matamoros: At the Crossroads, 2003
Study of the region where the Gulf Coast meets the U.S./Mexico border. Cameron County (with Hidalgo County) leads the nation for “last place” in several poverty-related statistics. This report addresses the assets and challenges of the region for knowledge-based economy growth. NanoBio Tech Corridor, 2003
“Catching the Next Wave in the Corridor” presents a study of “The Convergence of Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, and Information Technology and How the Temple-Austin-San Antonio Corridor Can Benefit.” Enriching Economy and Environment: Making Central Texas the Center for Clean Energy, 2002
Overview of the potential of the clean energy industry in Central Texas. Accelerating Technology-Based Economic Growth and Entrepreneurship in the Greater Waco Region, 2002
Study prepared for the Greater Waco Technology Planning Group to assist in visioning a new economic future for Waco. The Executive Summary, which is prepared as a stand-alone document is included in the main report, along with a section of supporting documents. Accelerating Technology-Based Economic Growth in the Concho Valley, 2002
Study prepared for the City of San Angelo Development Corporation to provide a roadmap for accelerated regional development. Assets and Challenges for Accelerated Technology-Based Growth in Hidalgo County: A Knowledge-Based Benchmarking, 2001
County-wide assessment of Hidalgo County, Texas. Hidalgo County is adjacent to Cameron County, and this region was further explored in the 2003 report. “Quicklook” Assessment of Greater Adelaide’s Assets & Challenges for Accelerated Technology-Based Growth: Part A, 2001
In 2001, 20 graduates and students from IC² Institute's MSSTC program were invited to Adelaide, Australia where they conducted a “Quicklook” assessment.
Part B - Detailed report with supporting documents produced by the IC² Institute research group. The Certified Capital Companies Economic Development Innovation: Missouri’s Experience to Date, 2000
This report evaluates the Certified Capital Companies Economic Development Program (CAPCO), an innovative state government program for financing emerging companies in the State of Missouri. Certified capital company programs provide a state tax credit to insurance companies for providing venture capital to start-up and early stage businesses via intermediary firms.
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