We analyze the spatial diffusion of knowledge in laser technology in West Germany from 1960, when this technology began … of laser knowledge was especially prevalent in large agglomerations. While we cannot detect knowledge spillovers from … research later, indicating the accumulation of knowledge generated in previous periods. Our results highlight the role of a …

diverse to their knowledge base. Our empirical analysis of 18 German regional innovation networks highlights the importance of …The discussion on regional innovation systems emphasizes the duality of local and global links. While the former enable … effective knowledge exchange between regional actors, the latter are considered to provide regional systems with knowledge …

We analyze information and knowledge transfer in a sample of 16 German regional innovation networks with almost 300 … knowledge and information than weak ties. Moreover, our results suggest that broker positions tend to be associated with social …