Continuing to Grow...
MyNetResearch continues to break new ground and extend to new countries and universities. The latest universities to join MyNetResearch are Vellore lnstitute of Technology (VIT) University (India), Multimedia University (Malaysia), and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (Malaysia).

We are proud to announce a new Research Institute member: Barth Syndrome Foundation (USA).

Welcome to these new members from all over the world. The MNR community is now over 3,250 members strong from 95 countries.

MNR University Representatives
We continue to sign up University Representatives.  As a representative, you will receive a free Premium membership during your appointment and there can be up to 2 appointees per university.  You will be the local enthusiastic face of MNR at your institution, answering questions and sharing the benefits of MNR.  You will funnel feedback and suggestions to the MNR staff, thus helping to shape the future direction of the MNR community. 

Email admin@mynetresearch.com to take advantage of this opportunity to build your CV.

Why don’t we see more research collaborations between universities and industry? According to Bozeman and Lee’s study “Impact of Research Collaboration on Scientific Productivity,” only 6% of academic researchers’ time is spent collaborating with industry researchers. I find this very strange, given that there are numerous benefits that derive to both universities and companies from joint collaborations.

For example, academic researchers can gain access to cutting-edge scientific equipment not always available at universities. This can help faculty to pursue additional lines of research that, which can contribute to faculty productivity in terms of external funds, increased publications and ultimately institutional prestige. In addition, some universities seek industrial partnerships because of the potential financial rewards of patents and licenses that result from the commercialization of academic research.

Industry has a lot to gain as well. Collaboration with universities can stimulate a company’s internal R&D programs. It can help industrial scientists to identify cutting-edge research which can give companies a competitive edge. The association between universities and company sponsors also enhances a company’s reputation. Often, university and industry researchers will coauthor refereed journal articles that can be used as a public relations tool by companies to add to their prestige..

The Wiki Entry Competition - $250 prize!
We will be giving away $250 for the best Wiki entry posted in MyNetesearch by December 31, 2008. The MyNetResearch Wiki is a member-created and managed collection of terminology and definitions from all the subject areas represented in the system. Unlike Wikipedia, the MyNetResearch Wiki is a narrower, but much deeper knowledge repository.

Multiple entries are allowed. We look forward to reading your Wiki entries and will announce the results by January 20th, 2009.

Tell Your Institutions - Build our Community
Finally, remember to share the availability of MyNetResearch with your Institutions. If you have a contact Administrator who would like to chat with us about MyNetResearch and a free trial site license, pass on their information to us and we will be happy to call them. 

Best Regards from the MyNetResearch Team!!