Knowledge generation and diffusion, industry-science linkages and innovation financing

This chapter first considers the overarching legal framework and policy priorities for innovation, including institutional mechanisms for the protection of intellectual property. It includes an assessment of the public financing of education, science and R&D, including universities and research centres, their international cooperation activities and their role in education and provision of human resources. The role of the enterprise section in intramural R&D and human resources development is also covered, along with the roles of FDI and foreign technology, industry-science linkages and public procurement. Finally, this chapter considers the role of innovative entrepreneurship and financing. This analysis serves as the basis for a number of policy recommendations.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure