High-technology clusters, networking and collective learning in Europe

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High-technology clusters, networking and collective learning in Europe

edited by David Keeble and Frank Wilkinson

Ashgate, c2000

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"On behalf of the TSER European Network"

Includes bibliographical references and index

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This text presents a study of collective learning, networking and high-technology regions in Europe. It first provides an overview of the subject area, then goes on to discuss topics such as the role of inter-SME networking and collective learning processes in European high-technology milieux.

Table of Contents

  • High technology and SMEs, regional clustering and collective learning - an overview
  • high-technology clusters and evolutionary trends in the 1990s
  • regional institutional and policy frameworks for high-technology SMEs in Europe
  • university and public research institute links with regional high-technology SMEs
  • the role of inter-SME networking and links in innovative high-technology milieux
  • large firm acquisitions, spin-offs and links in the development of regional clusters of technology-intensive SMEs
  • collective learning, system competences and epistemically significant moments
  • collective learning processes in European high-technology milieux
  • concluding reflections - some policy implications.

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