Innovation in Brazil: Advancing Development in the 21st Century

State-led and innovation-focused strategies have characterized the approach to development pursued in countries around the world, such as China, India, and South Korea. Brazil, the largest and most industrialized economy in Latin America, has demonstrated both the opportunities and challenges of this approach. This book makes the case for a new, forward-looking innovation agenda aimed at addressing persistent challenges and exploiting emerging opportunities in Brazil, offering valuable lessons for other developing and emerging economies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 350 pages
Publication date: 19 March 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Since the early 2000s, countries worldwide, including China, India, and South Korea, have pursued development strategies focused on state-led initiatives and innovation. Brazil, as the largest and most industrialized economy in Latin America, serves as a prime example of both the opportunities and challenges inherent in this approach. Over the past two decades, the Brazilian government has implemented a series of policies and programs aimed at enhancing the country's capacity for innovation. These efforts have included increased spending on science and technology, fostering greater collaboration between industry and universities, and establishing new institutions dedicated to promoting private research and development (R&D) spending.

In this comprehensive book, the editors have brought together a diverse range of empirical contributions that explore key themes such as public policies, institutions and innovation ecosystems, firms and industries, and their collective impact on Brazil's innovation agenda. The book makes a compelling case for a new, forward-looking innovation agenda that aims to address persistent challenges and seize emerging opportunities in Brazil. Its conclusions offer valuable insights for other developing and emerging economies seeking to accelerate innovation and growth in the modern age.

With its interdisciplinary approach and attention to broader policy implications, this book appeals to scholars and professionals alike. It contributes to the growing body of literature on innovation and development, providing valuable insights into the strategies and practices that can lead to sustainable economic growth and social progress.

Weight: 674g
Dimension: 164 x 241 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367146894