ABSTRACT

This superb new book develops a knowledge-based theory of innovation, marrying three streams of literature: innovation, inter-firm collaboration and networks, and learning regions. This book will interest all those working in economic geography and the economics of innovation.

chapter |22 pages

1 Introduction

Knowledge, networks, and space

chapter |21 pages

Provoking academic inquiry

chapter |9 pages

5 Framework for analysis

chapter |34 pages

7 Conclusion and reflection