Journal Article

How much U.S. technological innovation begins in universities?

Abstract: Technological progress has been the key to improved living standards, but how and where do new ideas get their start? The answer might give us some insight into how we can support greater innovation. Some suggest universities have been an important source of innovative technology. A look at the people involved in the development of patented technologies can give an idea of how much innovation originates in universities.

Keywords: technological innovations; Universities and colleges;

https://doi.org/10.26509/frbc-ec-20070415

Bibliographic Information

Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Part of Series: Economic Commentary

Publication Date: 2007-04-15

Volume: 2007

Issue: Apr 15

Pages: 4