Development of a Multi Generation Energy System Based on Biotechnologies

, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Taheri, Neda (Author) ; Roshandel, Ramin (Supervisor)

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In recent years, the issue of sustainability in the energy systems has attracted the attention of energy researchers. Using fossil fuels in common energy conversion systems cause environmental pollution, declining reserves of fossil resources and increase their prices because of the scarcity of fossil resources. Therefore, achieving the goals of sustainability necessitate using high efficiency energy conversion technology. Bio-inspired energy systems are one of the main candidates to improve energy conversion systems. The main target of this study is developing an optimal multi-generation energy system model, dynamically. MFC, Septic tank and Algae culture are integrated and produced power,...

Deep analysis of Growth’s Pattern of Technological Capabilities in Knowledge-based Companies: Case Studies in Four Different Sectors

, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Ghorbanian, Mohammad (Author) ; Souzanchi, Ebrahim (Supervisor)

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Technological capabilities as one of the growth’s aspects in developing countries have gained focus for research in last years. This study attempt to analyze the pattern of technological capabilities in four different sectors including Optic, Aerospace, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology. In each sectors four Iranian companies as the case studies are selected. After deep interviews with key people in each company, required data is gathered. Data in each company is analyzed. The results of analysis for companies in one sector are gathered for analyzing each sector. In order to evaluate technological capabilities, the time required to improve, lead-lag relationship for gaining higher levels of...

Strategic Studies on Bioproducts Supply at the Present Situation of Local and Global Markets

, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Hosseini, Hamid Reza (Author) ; Roostaazad, Reza (Supervisor) ; Maleki, Ali (Co-Advisor)

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in the present situation most of the bioproducts are supplied at the global markets. hence newcomers and also existing suppliers should study the economic and social trends to make strategic decisions in order to enter new markets. analysis of the effect of different parameters on the market entrance strategy is the main focus of this thesis. the pivotal subject of this thesis is the analysis of Enzyme industry value chain in Iran and the role of each actor and their interactions with each other. after visualizing the Enzyme industry value chain, we want to answer this question: what are the main obstacles for entering the Enzyme industry due to the interactions between the industry...

Investigating the Effect of Similarity and Complementarity of Companies’ Knowledge on the Formation of Strategic Alliance: a Case Study of the Biotechnology Industry

, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Ghassemian Yadegari, Kowsar (Author) ; Arasti, Mohammad Reza (Supervisor) ; Farazi, Mohammad Saleh (Supervisor)

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The aim of this research is to investigate the relationship between "knowledge relatedness" and “strategic alliance formation”. The tendency to cooperate has been increasing among companies in recent decades. Strategic alliances are considered one of the main types of cooperation. In a complex environment (especially in knowledge-based industries), there are few companies that prefer to rely only on their knowledge and technical capabilities to achieve innovation goals. It seems that the degree of relatedness of knowledge base between two firms influences their decision to enter into a strategic alliance. Knowledge relatedness is evaluated through the complementarity or similarity of the...