What difference does government support of business R&D make to the rate of innovation? Addressing this important question has deep theoretical roots and broadening practical applications in OECD countries. The analysis of output additionality has been hampered by incomplete data combined with...

The internationalisation of economic activities is a defining aspect of our times. To a significant extent, this comprehensive internationalisation process builds on the internationalisation of business sector research and development expenditures. Established but changing global innovation...

Intellectual property rights (IPRs) in standards have proven to be an intensively debated issue in industry bodies, in standard setting organisations (SSOs), in academic circles, and - increasingly - in court. While both standards and patents aim to promote innovation and market place adoption,...