The article deals with analysis of the factors influencing innovation performance in new EU member countries … between technology and economy, which are reflected in and supported by formation of the international databases on innovation … as well as the regulatory policies in the fields of science, technology and innovation. Making use of the concept of …

The fact that Europe is lagging behind in comparison with its main competitors in the research and innovation … finally the follow-up communication of the Commission presenting a broad-based innovation strategy for the EU. …