sample of firm-level data drawn from the third Italian Community Innovation Survey (CIS). A bivariate endogenous switching … two (input and output) dimensions of innovation into a unique efficiency perspective. To this aim, the impact of public … model has been developed in order to free the analysis of any ex ante sources of sample selection and firm heterogeneity, at …

This paper evaluates the impact of an R&D subsidy program implemented in a region of northern Italy on innovation by …

Spain also favor more firm innovation, measured by patent applications and new product launches. It is also documented that … the granting of R&D subsidies does not affect firm innovation directly but rather through inducing changes in the firm’s R … realize benefits from R&D subsidies in terms of innovations. The study considers two dimensions of the firm’s knowledge …

patterns of innovation-related activities, we examine the effects of factors both internal and external to the firm. Analyzing … econometric model can quite adequately predict innovation strategies, implying that firm-specific factors might not dominate other … CIS data, we find that external factors are more helpful in explaining innovation strategies than internal factors. Our …

"This book is a reference guide to the theory and research supporting the field of Technology and Innovation Management …1. Introduction to the field of technology innovation management -- 2. R&D process models -- 3. Technology development … and innovative practice -- 4. Social influence and human interaction with technology -- 5. Diffusion and innovation : an …