Local Nodes in Global Networks: The Geography of Knowledge Flows in Biotechnology Innovation

M S Gertler, Yael Levitte · 2005 · Industry and Innovation

Summary. This study examines how biotechnology firms in Canada innovate by analyzing knowledge flows from both local and global sources. The research finds that successful innovation depends on firms' internal technological capabilities and their ability to absorb external knowledge. While global networks matter significantly for innovation, local relationships prove especially critical for raising capital. The findings challenge the assumption that local networks alone drive innovation, showing instead that dynamic regions combine dense local interaction with strong international connections.

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@article{gertler-2005-local-nodes-global-networks-geography,
  title   = {Local Nodes in Global Networks: The Geography of Knowledge Flows in Biotechnology Innovation},
  author  = {M S Gertler and Yael Levitte},
  journal = {Industry and Innovation},
  year    = {2005},
  doi     = {10.1080/13662710500361981},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.1080/13662710500361981}
}

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DOI

10.1080/13662710500361981

Countries

Canada

Regions

North America

Categories

innovation-networks, regional-innovation-systems, general-innovation

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