OIRF is an international network of researchers focused on identifying, understanding and addressing the challenges of implementing open innovation. OIRF activities include annual meetings at OIRF partner locations, a working paper series (see below), a Twitter feed, and a LinkedIn group.

For more information on the work of the OIRF, please contact Tim Minshall.

OIRF working papers and SSRN papers from OIRF researchers

2014-2 Longitudinal effects of open R&D strategy on firm performance: Comparative study of the UK and Korea

Joonmo Ahn, Tim Minshall, Letizia Mortara.

2014-1 Open innovation: an approach for enhancing performance in innovative SMEs

Joonmo Ahn, Tim Minshall, Letizia Mortara (SSRN).

2013-2 Linkages between openness and CEO characteristics in innovative SMEs

Joonmo Ahn, Letizia Mortara, Tim Minshall (SSRN).

2013-1 The effects of open innovation on firm performance: a capacity approach

Joonmo Ahn, Letizia Mortara, Tim Minshall (SSRN).

2012-1 Harnessing the value of open innovation: The moderating role of innovation management
Thorsten Oliver Salge, Thomas Marc Bohné, Tomas Farchi and Erk Peter Piening. (OIRF)

2011-2 Effect of consultancy services on the R&D and marketing relationship
Luzselene Rincón and Tim Minshall (OIRF).

2011-1 Development of an infrastructure to support open innovation
Tim Minshall, Stefan Kouris, Letizia Mortara (OIRF).

Recent papers by OIRF members

2014 Developing infrastructure to support open innovation: Analysis of case studies in the East of England

Tim Minshall, Stephan Kouris, Patrick Schmithausen, Letizia Mortara and David Weiss

2013 Navigating the impact-innovation double hurdle: The case of a climate change fund

Lettice F, Smart P, Baruch Y and Johnson M.