The machinery of growth
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Innovation does not always lead to business advantage, but governments trying to promote economic growth will encourage it in its nation's industries. Some countries and industries lend themselves very well to innovation even though there is no sure formula to cultivate it.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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The new organ grinders
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Bio-engineering offers potential for treating a number of ailments, through the development of replacement body parts. The technologies involved in replacement hearts and other replacement organs is assessed, as are obstacles to such technologies being used widely.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Patently absurd?
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The links between patents and innovations are complex, as is shown by an examination of different types of patents. Some patents relate to distribution methods, and the impact of these is compared with that of more traditional patents.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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