Description
Bridging the gap between knowledge management theory and studies of science and technology, this book provides a timely insight into the innovation of the knowledge economy.This book: examines the concept of science-based innovation in detail; offers an overview of the knowledge management and innovation management literature; provides a case study of new drug development work in a major pharmaceutical company; and, discusses theoretical and managerial implications from the empirical research.Knowledge management has become a well-known term, but science-based innovation remains relatively unexploited. Bridging the gap between knowledge management theory and studies of science of technology, such as in the pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology firms, this book provides a timely insight into the innovation of the knowledge economy.
