Title: Bio-entrepreneurship in different economic systems: a comparative analysis of bio-entrepreneurs' profile in UK, France and Germany

Authors: Calin Gurau

Addresses: Group Sup. de Co. Montpellier, 2300 Avenue des Moulins, 34185 Montpellier, France

Abstract: The challenges of bio-entrepreneurship are related to the specific characteristics of the biotechnology sector. However, the circumstantial conditions of businesses and the social environment in various countries might also shape the profile of a successful bio-entrepreneur. This paper attempts to identify and compare the main traits of a successful entrepreneur in three different European countries that have a well-developed biotechnology sector: UK, France and Germany. This paper also aims to propose a model of the required competencies for a successful bio-entrepreneur.

Keywords: bioentrepreneurs; bioentrepreneurial profile; comparative study; UK; France; Germany; bioentrepreneurship; entrepreneurship; biotechnology; United Kingdom; success factors.

DOI: 10.1504/IJBT.2006.009290

International Journal of Biotechnology, 2006 Vol.8 No.3/4, pp.169 - 186

Published online: 15 Mar 2006 *

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