Science, Technology, Innovation, and Development in the Arab Countries

Science, Technology, Innovation, and Economic Growth in Arab Countries explores fresh approaches to STI policy formulation and implementation in the region, with applications to developing countries elsewhere. Developing useful contexts for studying Arab policies about science, technology, and innovation requires trustworthy data and judgment. Omar Bizri brings together both in this book.

Data from sources such as the World Bank, UNESCO, the International Telecommunication Union, Nature, Science and recent surveys and policy formulation initiatives anchor this study among national initiatives that focus on essential needs, including safe water and food production, renewable energy utilization, and job and enterprise creation. For those eager to understand the challenges of STI capacity building, this book explores the many connections between technological change and economic growth.

• Presents and analyzes data about past, current and proposed efforts aimed at STI capacity building in Arab countries
• Emphasizes demand-driven policies for promoting rapid infrastructure and endogenous STI capacity building, as well as job creation
• Explores ways to enhance STI capacity building efforts through community-based and national initiatives
• Includes data from sources such as the World Bank, UNESCO, the International Telecommunication Union, Nature, Science and recent surveys

Economics upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals concerned with both STI policy as well as sustainable development issues in academic institutions, government agencies, international organizations, civil society bodies and non-governmental organizations

1. Introduction
2. National STI Policies and Related Trends
3. The Adoption and Utilization of Modern Technologies
4. Alternative Paths towards STI Capacity Building
5. Defining Economic Development Policies