Introduction

The purpose of this publication is to identify and examine the major drivers and obstacles to the development of innovative entrepreneurship in the UNECE region with a special emphasis on emerging market (transition) economies. The presented good practices and policy options are expected to assist the decision makers, particularly in EMEs of the region, in developing policies conducive to the commercialization of R&D outputs, produced by universities and other research institutions, and innovative entrepreneurship. This publication also draws on the major findings of a series of capacitybuilding events organized by UNECE during 2008-2011, including the conclusions and recommendations to governments by the International Conference "From Applied Research to Entrepreneurship: Promoting Innovation-driven Start-ups and Academic Spin-offs".

Related Subject(s): International Trade and Finance