Harre, M., Bossomaier, T., Chu, R. and Snyder, A. (2010). information in the game of Go”. “Strategic Proceedings of the World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, ISSN 2010-376X, 41: 667-672. It’s not only what you know…. simulating research networks in the UK university sector Abstract: Our research sought to validate and extend understanding of the Resource Advantage Theory of Competition (RATC) in a network context and to contribute to emerging work on network structure. Simulations were used to model the dynamics of the RATC in university science departments as they link with others in competing for national grants. RAE and research data was used to interpret the structural forms observed. Simulations revealed the network structures that form as a consequence of the increasing complexity of grant requirements and imperatives to improve RAE rankings. Our findings suggest that for those with limited resources, resource specialisation can be an effective strategy to link with others and build market position. This strategy has value for others competing in a complex and inimitable market, and therefore facilitates network formation. In this context it is the comparative advantage of the network that can create improved market position.
Harre, M., Bossomaier, T., Chu, R. and Snyder, A. (2010). “Strategic information in the game of Go”. Proceedings of the World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, ISSN 2010-376X, 41: 667-672. It’s not only what you know…. simulating research networks in the UK university sector Abstract: Our research sought to validate and extend understanding of the Resource Advantage Theory of Competition (RATC) in a network context and to contribute to emerging work on network structure. Simulations were used to model the dynamics of the RATC in university science departments as they link with others in competing for national grants. RAE and research data was used to interpret the structural forms observed. Simulations revealed the network structures that form as a consequence of the increasing complexity of grant requirements and imperatives to improve RAE rankings. Our findings suggest that for those with limited resources, resource specialisation can be an effective strategy to link with others and build market position. This strategy has value for others competing in a complex and inimitable market, and therefore facilitates network formation. In this context it is the comparative advantage of the network that can create improved market position.
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