Download or read book Competition, Cooperation, Research and Development written by Joanna A. Poyago-Theotoky and published by Springer. This book was released on 1997-10-13 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Innovation is a major contributory factor to economic growth. How can it be encouraged? One solution favoured especially in highly-competitive high-tech industries is cooperation in research and development. The theoretical issues raised by these joint ventures are examined in these essays which cover all aspects for growth, technology, competition and welfare. Contributions from the UK, Europe, North America and Asia ensure a broad international approach. There is an indepth study of European technology policy.