Title: The innovative society
Description: This book offers a fresh look at the societal conditions that foster innovation. Drawing on his experience as a pioneer in GPS, Dr. Kalafus provides a comprehensive historical analysis of practical and theoretical innovations, and describes how science and technology interacted to promote prosperity. The author develops a concise set of factors that explain why some countries produce more inventions and ideas than others. He shows how certain types of innovation promote democratic ideas, and offers concrete suggestions for governments and organizations. This book will appeal to professionals in government, business, and education, or anyone interested in innovation.
Subjects: Technological innovations, Science and technology