Patent Markets in the Global Knowledge Economy: Theory, Empirics and Public Policy Implications (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781107047105)

The development of patent markets should allow for better circulation of knowledge and more efficient allocation of technologies at a global level. However, the beneficial role of patents has recently come under scrutiny by those favouring 'open' innovation, and important questions have been asked, namely: How can we estimate the value of patents? How do we ensure matching between supply and demand for such specific goods? Can these markets be competitive? Can we create a financial market for intellectual property rights? In this edited book, a team of authors addresses these key questions to bring readers up to date with current debates about the role of patents in a global economy. They draw on recent developments in economic analysis but also ground the discussion with the basics of patent and knowledge economics. Striking a balance between institutional analysis, theory and empirical evidence, the book will appeal to a broad readership of academics, students and practitioners.

Author: Thierry Madi鑚
ISBN-10: 1107047102
ISBN-13: 9781107047105
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 03/20/2014
Pages: 259
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.10h x 5.80w x 0.80d