This comprehensive collection presents the classic articles in the economics of invention and innovation. It covers topics related to sources of inventive and innovative activity, including exogenous and endogenous innovation, with an emphasis on R&D activity and the diffusion of new techniques....

Government as entrepreneur : an introduction (9,538 words) -- Overview of fundamental concepts : setting the stage (7,498 words) -- Research partnerships : organizational structures for innovative efficiency -- (7,520 words) -- Advanced technology program : stimulating competitiveness through...