Innovation processes are characterized by a pronounced division of labor between actors. Two types of externality may … innovation (MAR externalities). On the other hand, new ideas may be born by the exchange of heterogeneous and complementary …

We assess the efficiency of regional innovation systems (RIS) in Germany by means of a knowledge production function … the efficiency of its innovation system is inversely u-shaped. Regions dominated by large establishments tend to be less …

This paper addresses the question of whether government procurement can work as a de facto innovation policy tool. We … develop an endogenous growth model with quality-improving innovation that incorporates industries with heterogeneous … innovation sizes. Government demand in high-tech industries increases the market size in these industries and, with it, the …