Restoring the innovative edge : driving the evolution of science and technology /

Considerable evidence indicates that the U.S. is falling behind when it comes to innovation. In part, this shift stems from the globalization of research and the advancement of other nations. But, it also arises from a widespread failure to adapt to the competitive environment generated by the evolu...

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Main Author: Hage, Jerald, 1932- (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Stanford, Calif. : Stanford University Press, [2011], ©2011.
Series:Innovation and technology in the world economy.
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Online Access:CONNECT
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Summary:Considerable evidence indicates that the U.S. is falling behind when it comes to innovation. In part, this shift stems from the globalization of research and the advancement of other nations. But, it also arises from a widespread failure to adapt to the competitive environment generated by the evolution of science and technology. The objective of this book is to provide possible remedies for eight key obstacles that the U.S. faces in restoring its innovative edge. Understanding that these remedies are complex, each chapter also discusses the dilemmas and impediments that make change a chal.
Item Description:EBSCO eBook Academic Comprehensive Collection North America
EBSCO eBook Business Collection
Physical Description:1 online resource (xv, 307 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780804777575
0804777578
080477479X
9780804774796