Science and Technology Policy and Indicators for Development: Perspectives from Developing Countries

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Science and Technology is an essential element of socioeconomic development of nations. In recent times, emergence of new technologies, knowledge-based economies and globalization have made unprecedented impact on the human civilization. The developing societies would need to adjust to the pace of change of these developments and respond by evolving and implementing appropriate national S&T policies. There is a need to enhance their capabilities for establishing meaningful S&T policy and indicators for effective decision making. This publication reflects the views and experience of scholars and policy makers resulting from the deliberations during the international conference on S&T Policy research and statistical indicators held in Colombo, Sri Lanka on 8-10 November 2006. It includes contributions on perspectives on S&T policy and indicators from several developing countries, leveraging S&T Policy for innovation and S&T Policy implications in socio-economic sectors. The book presents significant insights on issues and concerns on S&T Policy research and statistical indicators in developing countries and is likely to be of immense value for various stakeholders.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR V.K. Gupta

Prof. V.K. Gupta was born on 25 July 1942 at Shajapur (Madhya Pradesh). He remained in Gwalior till 1971, since then he has settled in Delhi. He married Manjul in 1973. His daughter Neha is a Law student. He is a Professor in Faculty of Law, University of Delhi. He has written widely on Ancient Indian Jurisprudence, Intellectual Property Rights and Environmental Law. He has recently done research on Right to Information. Many of his books, articles and literary pieces have been awarded best entry awards, Gold Plated (Vermeil) medals and other prizes at World, International and National Competitions. His work Kautilyan Jurisprudence has won laurels and other scholars. He has multifaceted personality. Apart from law, his other interests are philately, postal history and conservation of stamps. He has served many social and educational forums in various capacities.

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Title
Science and Technology Policy and Indicators for Development: Perspectives from Developing Countries
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Edition
1st ed.
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ISBN
8170355458
Length
xviii+378p., Figures; Tables.
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