Science, Technology Policy and the Diffusion of Knowledge: Understanding the Dynamics of Innovation Systems in the Asia Pacific

by V. V. Krishna (Editor), Venni Krishna (Editor), J. Zhang (Contribution by)

The Asia Pacific has emerged as one of the most dynamic regions in the world, presenting a variety of social and economic experiences and responses to global pressures. In this book twelve country case studies explore the ways in which national science, technology and innovation policies are evolving in response to globalization. The editors argue that the national innovation system (NIS) perspective is driving policy regimes toward new approaches in policy intervention. Underlying the new policy agenda is a concern with reframing the role for science, technology and innovation institutions including higher education and integrating local community, national and global technology objectives. Presenting a broad analysis, the book will be of great interest to policy analysts and practitioners concerned with science, technology and innovation policy. It will also appeal to academic and postgraduate students concerned with innovation and industrial development, as well as scholars and practitioners engaged in regional development and international business in the Asia pacific region.

480 pages, Hardcover

First published August 7, 2007

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[Anup Das · Rating 4 out of 5]

Presentation of narratives on national systems of innovation and national innovation policies in Asia Pacific region
In book "Science, Technology Policy and the Diffusion of Knowledge: Understanding the Dynamics of Innovation Systems in the Asia Pacific", edited by Tim Turpin and Venni V. Krishna, different authors narrate their experience with their respective national innovation systems and national innovation policies. The book draws case studies from 12 countries in the Asia Pacific region, namely, Australia (chapter 2), Japan (chapter 3), New Zealand (chapter 4), South Korea (chapter 5), China (chapter 6), India (chapter 7), Thailand (chapter 8), Pakistan (chapter 9), Malaysia (chapter 10), Philippines (chapter 11), Sri Lanka (chapter 13) and Pacific Islands (chapter 12). Chapterization on the basis of a country's perspectives helps the reader to assess present status of knowledge economy in the respective country.