**Appendix A Outline of the Semi-Structured Interviews**

	- Did you develop the innovation/patent on your own or in collaboration?
	- What percentage of your R&D/innovation activity has been funded by public financial support/private organizations?
	- Have you received any other support from private or public organizations?
	- What kind of collaboration?
	- For what reason(s)?
	- For what reason(s)?
	- (a) The legislation supports innovative activities.
	- (b) Special aid is available from the government for innovations.
	- (c) Starting up one's own business is encouraged in Massachusetts.
