Addressing Dementia: The OECD Response

As the number of people affected from dementia continues to climb across the world as populations age, the cost for health systems rises too. OECD countries account for nearly half the global cases of dementia today and have a particular responsibility in addressing this challenge.

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National Intellectual Property Systems, Innovation and Economic Development with perspectives on Colombia and Indonesia: Main Findings

This forthcoming publication addresses the role of national systems of IP in the socio-economic development of emerging and developing countries, notably through their impact on innovation. It presents a framework that identifies the key mechanisms how IP systems can support their innovation and development objectives.

Responsible Development of Nanotechnology

This paper presents the findings of a survey of 25 countries. It provides a snapshot of current national or regional policy and research programmes designed to stimulate the growth of nanotechnology applications in diverse sectors of the economy while addressing the potential risks and the ethical and social challenges the technology might raise.

OECD news on innovation, science, technology and industry

Every month, this newsletter delivers the latest reports, statistics and policy recommendations from the OECD on the translation of science, technology and knowledge into innovation.

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Conference on Patent Statistics for Decision Makers

As with every edition, the goal of the 2013 conference is to present the latest empirical evidence based on patent and IP statistics and to discuss these findings with decision-makers from both the private and public sectors. The conference also aims to share cutting-edge knowledge on topics relevant to policy-makers, academics, companies and practitioners.

Revision of the Frascati Manual

Since 1962, the OECD Working Party of National Experts on Science and Technology Indicators (NESTI) has been responsible for developing and updating the Frascati Manual, the OECD guidelines for measuring R&D. This page provides some background and invites feedback in view of the Manual's next revision.

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Policies for Bioplastics in the Context of a Bioeconomy

This paper explores the development of the bioplastics sector and its role in national bioeconomy strategies. It finds that bioplastics are at a disadvantage compared to some other biobased products, notably biofuels, that often benefit from preferential treatment. It also notes that greater efforts are needed at the international level as regards standards to avoid creating barriers to international trade in biobased products.

Examens de l'OCDE des politiques d'innovation

Les Examens de l’OCDE des politiques d'innovation offrent une évaluation détaillée du système d’innovation de pays membres et non-membres de l’Organisation, et passent en revue le rôle des pouvoirs publics.

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Policies for Seed and Early Finance: Findings from the 2012 OECD Financing Questionnaire

This paper highlights the growth in support for financial instruments for seed and early-stage firms across OECD countries. These instruments include grants, loans and guarantee schemes, tax incentives and equity funds. This increased support is linked to the recent financial crisis and the growing concern about young firms’ access to finance.

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Innovation statistics

This page provides information about OECD work on innovation surveys and indicators.