S&T Policy

Work of the Committee for Scientific and Technological Policy aims at informing the policy debates on the contribution of science and technology to sustainable growth and societal needs in knowledge-based economies and at promoting international co-operation in scientific research.

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OECD countries should boost science and innovation to drive long-term growth

27-Oct-2008

OECD governments should increase international co-operation and strengthen links between public research bodies and industry in order to boost science and innovation and drive long-term growth, according to a new OECD report.

Hungary should boost innovation to drive economic growth, says OECD

20-Oct-2008

Hungary should invest more in research and development (R&D) to make its economy more competitive and boost growth, according to a new OECD report.

The Global Competition for Talent: Mobility of the Highly Skilled

23-Sep-2008

This new publication discusses the dimensions, significance and policy implications of international flows of human resources in science and technology (HRST). It aims to extend understanding of the dimensions of HRST mobility, particularly of scientists, engineers and researchers, and the range of policies available to manage and shape this mobility.

China is now a global R&D player, but needs further reform to foster domestic innovation, says OECD

12-Sep-2008

A new OECD publication assesses the current status of China’s national innovation system and policies, and recommends the most important improvements required in both the policy and institutional environments for China to become a major innovation player.

OECD Review of Innovation Policy: Norway

19-Jun-2008

This publication reviews the strengths and weaknesses of Norway’s innovation system and recommends steps the government could take to foster innovation activity and increase the impact of innovation on the country’s future prosperity and social well-being.

The Internationalisation of Business R&D: Evidence, Impacts and Implications

16-Jun-2008

Intensified global competition has forced companies to innovate and develop commercially viable products and services faster. This new volume brings together the empirical evidence on the internationalisation of business research and development. It analyses trends in the offshoring of R&D, examines its drivers and motivations, and identifies implications for innovation policy.

Main Science and Technology Indicators (MSTI): 2008/1

26-May-2008

A timely set of indicators that reflect the level and structure of the efforts undertaken by OECD Member countries and selected non-member economies in the field of science and technology.

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An assessment of the causes behind the low participation of women in scientific careers, and policies from a number of countries designed to attract, recruit and retain women in science.

Women in Scientific Careers: Unleashing the Potential