Title: From national to regional approach in R&D policies: the case of Italy

Authors: Secondo Rolfo, Giuseppe Calabrese

Addresses: Ceris-CNR, Moncalieri, Turin, Italy. ' Ceris-CNR, Moncalieri, Turin, Italy

Abstract: Following the recent changes in the institutional framework (devolution), the Italian regional governments are assuming a new and growing role in R&D support. This evolution however is not well determined and could cause some conflicts between the national and regional level, especially in the area where science policies are being formulated. This paper analyses the new regional policies covering this matter, the local initiatives in the Triple-Helix context and the future consequences on the national innovation system.

Keywords: R&D; research and development; national innovation policy; regional innovation policy; Triple-Helix; Italy; science policy.

DOI: 10.1504/IJFIP.2006.010408

International Journal of Foresight and Innovation Policy, 2006 Vol.2 No.3/4, pp.345 - 362

Published online: 18 Jul 2006 *

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