Global knowledge flows and economic development.
Contributors: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
Publisher: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Paris
Language: eng
Number of pages: 197
Subjects: Technology transfer -- Economic aspects.; Technological innovations -- Economic aspects.; Diffusion of innovations -- Economic aspects.; Economic development.
Description: Global knowledge flows are becoming a key driver of economic development.  How can countries develop effective policies to reap benefits? This report aims to answer this question and highlights these key areas: promoting cross-border alliances involving firms and universities; simulating knowledge transfers from foreign direct investment ventures; attracting highly-skilled workers from overseas and creating vibrant innovation systems.  This book, published in collaboration with Scottish Enterprise, is for policy makers, practitioners and academics.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Published in French under the title: Les flux mondiaux de connaissances et le développement économique.