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Knowledge externalities, innovation clusters and regional development
Suriñach, Jordi (contributor); Moreno, Rosina (contributor) - 2007
pt. 1. Regional innovation systems, agglomeration economies and knowledge spillovers : theoretical approaches -- pt. 2. Regional innovation systems, agglomeration economies and knowledge spillovers : empirical studies -- pt. 3. Regional economic growth and knowledge.
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Cooperation, networks, and institutions in regional innovation systems
Fornahl, Dirk (ed.); Brenner, Thomas (ed.) - 2003
This book addresses the role of cooperation, networks and institutions in the context of regional innovation systems. It emphasises the importance of these factors in the emergence of local innovation systems, using detailed examples of clusters which have reached different stages of maturity....
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014473758
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High-tech industries in China
Chen, Jianxun; Shi, Huici - 2005
Following China's accession to the WTO in 2001, reform of its science and technology system has deepened. This book provides an in-depth analysis of the high-tech sector, examining Chinese high-tech industry policy, the emergence of industrial clusters, the R&D activities of multinational...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014473995
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The learning region : foundations, state of the art, future
Rutten, Roel (contributor); Boekema, Frans (contributor) - 2007
The aim of this book is to present a much-needed conceptualization of 'the learning region'. The editors scrutinize key concepts and issues surrounding this phenomenon, which are then discussed in the context of recent literature. This unique conceptualization of the learning region presents a...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10012419966
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Industrial agglomeration and new technologies : a global perspective
Tsuji, Masatsugu (contributor);  … - 2007
industrial disparity from the viewpoint of industrial agglomeration / Koichiro Kimura -- Agglomeration in Italy -- Italian …This book, a collaborative effort by researchers from Japan, Italy and the USA, seeks to explore the reasons for … China, Italy, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, the USA and Vietnam. Significantly, the book provides an interesting split between …
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The global challenge to industrial districts : small and medium-sized enterprises in Italy and Taiwan
Guerrieri, Paolo (ed.); Iammarino, Simona (ed.);  … - 2001
authors focus on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Italy and Taiwan, two countries in which these businesses …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014474126
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Handbook on the knowledge economy
Ninan, Abraham (contributor); Rooney, David (contributor);  … - 2005
This fascinating Handbook defines how knowledge contributes to social and economic life, and vice versa. It considers the five areas critical to acquiring a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge economy: the nature of the knowledge economy; social, cooperative, cultural, creative, ethical...
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Social capital : reaching out, reaching in
Davis, James H. (contributor); Bartkus, Viva Ona (contributor) - 2009
This book showcases new innovative research in economics, politics, sociology, and management regarding the topic. Leading scholars from a variety of disciplines present ground-breaking new research exploring the still-undiscovered value of social capital. The book employs a self-consciously...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011850771
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Necessity entrepreneurs : microenterprise education and economic development
Brewer, Jeremi (contributor); Gibson, Stephen W. (contributor) - 2014
'This groundbreaking exploration of the concept of necessity entrepreneurship cuts to the heart of the culture wars with potential ramifications for public policy. Central to this volume is the question, "What is culture?" The politically incorrect conclusion that some cultures are...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011850816
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Intangible capital : its contribution to economic growth, well-being and rationality
Tomer, John F. - 2008
Despite increasing research efforts, there is still much confusion regarding the nature and contribution of the most intangible forms of capital. This book develops a comprehensive and unifying conception of intangible capital in order to understand its role with respect to economic growth,...
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