On the threshold of the 21st century, an intensive debate about globalisation of R&D and technology markets is of crucial importance. Globalisation will carry on changing the framework for company strategies and subsequently for p¤ ublic policies. These conference proceedings contain the papers...

Government as entrepreneur : an introduction (9,538 words) -- Overview of fundamental concepts : setting the stage (7,498 words) -- Research partnerships : organizational structures for innovative efficiency -- (7,520 words) -- Advanced technology program : stimulating competitiveness through...