Innovation Law and Policy in the European Union

Innovation Law and Policy in the European Union
Author: Massimiliano Granieri
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2012-07-13
Genre: Law
ISBN: 8847019176

The book provides a critical overview of innovation policy in Europe and a synopsis of the current institutional framework of Europe shaped after the Europe2020 strategy and in view of the upcoming Horizon2020 agenda. What emerges is a rather gloomy outlook for the future of Europe's innovation, unless EU institutions and Member States will decide to streamline existing policies and build a "layered" model of innovation, in which governments act as investors in key enabling infrastructure such as ICT and education; as enablers of large technology markets where researchers and entrepreneurs can meet; and as purchasers of innovation when key societal challenges are at stake. The book contains proposals for the future innovation strategy of the EU and a specific analysis of areas such as the unitary patent, the transfer of technology (particularly as far as climate-related technologies and IP markets are concerned), standardization, and the digital agenda.

Exchange of Good Policy Practices Promoting the Industrial Uptake and Deployment of Key Enabling Technologies

Exchange of Good Policy Practices Promoting the Industrial Uptake and Deployment of Key Enabling Technologies
Author: Els Van de Velde
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2012
Genre:
ISBN:

A significant part of future goods and services are as yet unknown, but the main driving force behind their development will be Key Enabling Technologies (KETs), such as nanotechnology, micro- and nanoelectronics including semiconductors, advanced materials, biotechnology and photonics. Mastering these technologies means being at the forefront of managing the shift to a low carbon, knowledge-based economy. Exchanges of good practice can serve as a useful guidance for policy makers when designing and implementing microeconomic policies or structural reforms. In line with the objectives of the industrial policy flagship of the Europe 2020 strategy, the European Commission organises exchanges of good practices focused on industrial competitiveness and growth-enhancing policies. The principal aim is to facilitate policy coordination and learning among Member States through the identification and review of good practices.

Horizon 2020

Horizon 2020
Author: Maurits Butter
Publisher:
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2014
Genre:
ISBN: 9789282359983

Key Enabling Technologies (KETs) are crucial for the competitiveness and renewal of European manufacturing. This study, prepared by Policy Department A at the request of the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE), examines the nature of KETs, and the drivers and barriers to their deployment. It includes an assessment of the current KETs situation in the EU in a global perspective. A broad overview of European policies and financing instruments precedes an in-depth assessment of the role of KETs in Horizon 2020. The analysis continues with a look at their contribution to growth, impact on employment and skills requirements.

The Next Production Revolution Implications for Governments and Business

The Next Production Revolution Implications for Governments and Business
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 442
Release: 2017-05-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9264271031

This publication examines the opportunities and challenges, for business and government, associated with technologies bringing about the “next production revolution”. These include a variety of digital technologies (e.g. the Internet of Things and advanced robotics), industrial...