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Innovation in Southeast Asia
This review provides a quantitative and qualitative assessment of Southeast Asian countries’ capacity in S&T and innovation.
Exploring Data-Driven Innovation as a New Source of Growth
This report explores the potential role of data and data analytics for the creation of significant competitive advantage and for the formation of knowledge-based capital. Five sectors are discussed in this report as areas in which the use of data can stimulate innovation and productivity...
Knowledge-based Start-ups in Mexico
This report evaluates the performance of the knowledge-based sector in Mexico and provides policy recommendations for improving the financing, creation and expansion of innovative knowledge-based start-ups.
Regulatory Frameworks for Nanotechnology in Foods and Medical Products
Nanotechnology applications have been reported across a number of specific product areas including foods and medical products, which are subject to regulatory oversight in many countries to ensure their safety and, in some cases, effectiveness. As nanotechnology develops, countries/regions have...
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Thematic Video on Science and Technology
Did you know that in the OECD area, real growth in R&D spending slowed between 2007 and 2008 resulting in a 0.9% decrease, while non-OECD economies continue to expand by increasing investments in R&D?