Universities in the National Innovation Systems

`The relationship between universities and industry, be it biotech or IT, is a central issue for the 21st century. This volume focuses for the first time on Asia - it provides comprehensive analysis on how Asian countries are building university-industry relations and how academe is contributing to development.' Philip G. Altbach, Center for International Higher Education, Boston College, Massachusetts, USA `This is an excellent and timely volume. The World, and Asia in particular, stand at a crucial point in bringing new knowledge to bear on our future. The book is authoritative and comprehensive, of importance to anyone concerned about the role and organization of knowledge in innovation and development.' Stephen C. Hill, Emeritus Professor, University of Wollongong, Australia and Former Ambassador, UNESCO `This unique volume brings together 13 country case studies in one place and demonstrates the status of research and innovation from Asia-Pacific economies both from academic and policy perspectives.' JinHyo Joseph Yun, President of the Society of Open Innovation; Technology, Market, and Complexity, Korea and Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity `Leading experts from 13 Asia-Pacific economies analyze the role of universities in innovation, making this a unique volume. A must-read for researchers of innovation and development practitioners.' Nagesh Kumar, Director, Social Development Division, United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific