This book examines the changing character of commercial technology development and diffusion in an integrated global economy and its implications for U.S. public policies in support of technological innovation. The volume considers the history, current practice, and future prospects for national policies to encourage economic development through both direct and indirect government support of technological advance.

Table of Contents


Front matter
Executive Summary
Background: The Postwar U.S. Technology Enterprise
The Changing Demands on National Technology Policy and Strategy
Strengths and Weaknesses of the U.S. Technology Enterprise
A New Mission for U.S. Technology
References
Biographical Information about the Committee
Index