OECD Science, Technology and Industry Outlook 2008

The OECD Science, Technology and Industry Outlook 2008 reviews key trends in science, technology and innovation in OECD countries and a number of major non-member economies including Brazil, Chile, China, Israel, Russia and South Africa. Using the latest available data and indicators, the book examines topics high on the agenda of science and innovation policy makers, including science and innovation performance; trends in national science, technology and innovation policies; and practices to assess the socio-economic impacts of public research. This volume also provides an individual profile of the science and innovation performance of each country in relation to its national context and current policy challenges.
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Mexico
Over the past decade Mexico’s efforts have focused on achieving macroeconomic stability and stronger growth. However, its reforms have not led to the productivity growth necessary to catch up to other OECD countries. Continued structural reforms will be needed to put the country on a firm basis to boost innovation, productivity and growth.
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