Science, the state and the city : Britain's struggle to succeed in biotechnology
Owen, GeoffreyAuthor
Hopkins, Michael M.Contributor
Hopkins, Michael M.Author
This work examines the evolution of one of the most important technologies that has emerged in the last 50 years: biotechnology - the use of living organisms, or parts thereof to create useful products and services. It explains how firms based in the US took the lead in commercialising the technology, and why it has been so difficult for firms in other countries to match what the leading American companies have achieved.
Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This work examines the evolution of one of the most important technologies that has emerged in the last 50 years: biotechnology - the use of living organisms, or parts thereof to create useful products and services. It explains how firms based in the US took the lead in commercialising the technology, and why it has been so difficult for firms in other countries to match what the leading American companies have achieved.
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Biotechnology industries
Cities
Biotechnology
Biological Science Disciplines
Environment
Ecological and Environmental Phenomena
Natural Science Disciplines
Disciplines and Occupations
Biological Phenomena
Phenomena and Processes
Industries
Business & Economics