OECD science, technology and industry outlook 2002.

Annotation Science and technology increasingly contribute to economic growth, social policy objectives and industrial competitiveness. This report reviews recent trends and identifies significant changes in science, technology and industry policies in OECD countries. Emerging issues discussed include: changing business strategies for Research and Development, competition and co-operation in the innovation process, reforming national science systems, strategic use of intellectual property rights in public research institutions, industrial globalisation and international mobility of scientists and engineers. A special chapter is also included on the challenges facing China in the area of scientific and technological policy.  Read more...