ISSN:
1432-1386
Keywords:
Technological paradigms
;
Technological change
;
Theory of innovations
;
National systems of innovation
;
O14
;
O30
;
O53
;
O54
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Economics
Notes:
Abstract This paper presents an evolutionary microeconomic theory of innovation and production and discusses its implications for development theory. Using the notions of technological paradigm and trajectory, it develops an alternative view of firm behavior and learning. It is shown then how these are embedded in broader national systems of innovation which account for persistent differences in technological cappacities between countries. Finally, this “bottom-up” evolutionary analysis is linked with an institutional “top-down” approach, and the potential fruitfulness of this dialogue is demonstrated.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01198306
