This project addresses the tension in a university when balancing the core mission of basic research and the “third mission” of contributing economic value and societal impact. Current public policy is focused on encouraging universities to have greater industry collaborations. However, the empirical evidence on whether collaborations lead to successful commercialisation of university technologies is mixed. Drawing on Stokes’ (1997) quadrant model of scientific motivation, industry-oriented research in universities falls into two categories. Pasteur’s Quadrant represents use-inspired research that both furthers fundamental scientific understanding and addresses real-world problems. Meanwhile, Edison’s Quadrant represents applied research that provides industry solutions. The project will collate data to construct indicators based on patenting and publication performance of researchers, in order to fulfill the project’s objectives: (a) develop a scientometrics-based methodology for classifying Pasteur’s and Edison’s Quadrants; (b) examine the comparative technology commercialisation outcomes of Pasteur and Edison Quadrant research.