conditions in the context of other framework conditions for innovation. In Germany, there is a diversity of overall well …-funded technology-neutral and technology-specific programs providing grants to R&D and innovation projects. Different types of SMEs … access public funding for R&D and innovation activities to varying degrees. Using an extensive sample of 2,700 German SMEs …

We develop a composite indicator measuring the performance of national innovation systems. The indicator takes into … assessment of preconditions for innovation by managers. We apply the methodology to a set of 17 industrialized countries on a …, social capital, trust and science and technology to achieve an assessment of a country's social climate for innovation. After …

for concern regarding the perceived hollowing-out of the national innovation systems. Indeed, since the advantages built … at home are at the core of both the HBA and HBE strategies, the national system of innovation in the home country should …