The Positive Sum Strategy: Harnessing Technology for Economic Growth

by Ralph Landau (editor), Nathan Rosenberg (Editor)

This volume provides a state-of-the-art review of the relationship between technology and economic growth. Many of the 42 chapters discuss the political and corporate decisions for what one author calls a "Competitiveness Policy." As contributor John A. Young states, "Technology is our strongest advantage in world competition. Yet we do not capitalize on our preeminent position, and other countries are rapidly closing the gap." This lively volume provides many fresh insights including "two unusually balanced and illuminating discussions of Japan," Science noted.

656 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Dr. Ralph Landau was a chemical engineer and entrepreneur. He published on chemical engineering and holds a number of patents.

In his 60s, Landau began a second career in economics at Stanford and Harvard Universities, examining economic theory, economic history and the application of technology in the chemical industry. His economic work focuses on understanding the political and economic environment necessary to encourage technological innovation.