The quadruple and quintuple helix in innovation environments (Incubators and science and technology parks)

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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the literature on the representation of the quadruple and quintuple helix (QQH) in innovation environments such as incubators and science and technology parks (STPs). Design/methodology/approach – The authors used the integrative review as a methodological approach and systematized studies regarding the main research objectives; theoretical approaches; methodology and study object; QQH representation, by identifying actor, performance and main results; and additional contributions to the QQH model. Findings – As a result, the authors noticed a lack of standardization on the representation of the quadruple helix, but the example of associations and community centers as representatives of the civil society. The quintuple helix does not have an actor that represents the environment, but STPs foster sustainable actions, encourage the generation of green companies and stimulate sustainable practices among established companies. Originality/value – Based on changes in the economic and social scenarios, new theoretical approaches emerge to explain the innovation process, such as the QQH. Incubators and STPs are favorable settings for interactions, according to the new models; however, there is a lack of studies addressing this topic in such environments. Hence, this study contributes to understanding the existence and performance of QQH, by showing how these new helices were identified, in addition to advancing the subject in innovation environments such as incubators and STPs.

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Mineiro, A. A. da C., de Souza, T. A., & de Castro, C. C. (2021). The quadruple and quintuple helix in innovation environments (Incubators and science and technology parks). Innovation and Management Review, 18(3), 292–307. https://doi.org/10.1108/INMR-08-2019-0098

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