1994: David V. Gibson & Everett M. Rogers, R & D Collaboration on Trial: The Microelectronics and Computer Technology Corporation, p179“Techno†reflects an emphasis on technology; “polis†is Greek for city-state and suggests a balance between public and private sectors. The plural form of the word “polis†is “poleisâ€; therefore, we use the plural “technopoleis†rather than “technopolises†or “technopoliâ€.