Technological Capabilities in Developing Countries

1. Front Matter

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2. Introduction

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   Pages 1-5

3. Technological Capabilities in Developing Countries: Analytical Framework

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   Pages 6-40

4. Biotechnology: A Characterisation of the Technology and Implications for Developing Countries

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   Pages 41-69

5. Industrial Biotechnological Capabilities in Mexico: A Micro-Level Assessment

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   Pages 70-124

6. Role of Advanced BTCs in Fermentation Industries

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   Pages 125-149

7. The Role of Government in the Development of BTCs

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   Pages 150-181

8. Conclusions and Final Considerations

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   Pages 182-191

9. Back Matter

   Pages 192-232

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This book combines the concept of technological capabilities from the development literature with an explanation of the specifics of these capabilities in industrial areas affected by new biotechnology. This provides a framework of analysis for the modern bioprocessing industry in Mexico. The necessity to go beyond mastery of imported technologies for these industries is discussed. More generally, the absence of core-scientific capabilities at the firm-level and other country-specific factors deter the potential for developing countries to catch-up in biotechnology.

• biotechnology
• Developing Countries
• development
• Fermentation

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