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The private sector is playing an increasingly important role in the funding of scientific research. As public sector research declines in the countries of the north and the south, research and development carried out by the private sector becomes more important for innovations that have economic potential. In some cases networks between local firms and multinationals can support learning which leads to economic growth. What are the policies which support such partnerships and what are the institutional arrangements that foster research? Seven case studies from Argentina, China, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Tanzania, Peru, the Philippines and Vietnam examine how policies have been developed and implemented to encourage innovation.

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This book explores the conomics of many rapidly growing countries, their approaches to research and development, and the impacts on their economies. Even when the government hasn't provided enough funding, private companies have often taken the torch in the name of profit. Fuelling Economic Growth is a fascinating read of economics and the role of big business in technological advancement. --Midwest Book Review

This book explores the conomics of many rapidly growing countries, their approaches to research and development, and the impacts on their economies. Even when the government hasn't provided enough funding, private companies have often taken the torch in the name of profit. Fuelling Economic Growth is a fascinating read of economics and the role of big business in technological advancement.

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Michael Graham: Science Editor Jean Woo is Programme Officer, Innovation, Policy and Science, IDRC, Ottawa, Canada.

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