Includes bibliographical references (p. 167-180) and index.
Contents:
Government as entrepreneur : an introduction -- Overview of fundamental concepts : setting the stage -- Research partnerships : organizational structures for innovative efficiency -- Advanced technology program : stimulating competitiveness through cooperative research -- National Institute of Standards and Technology: an institutional response to innovation barriers -- Biofuels : the renewable fuel standard -- University research parks : prospective infrastructural policies -- Small business innovation research program : an environment to enhance commercialization -- Conclusions.
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