The Economic Dynamics Of Modern Biotechnology
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The Economic Dynamics Of Modern Biotechnology
The Economic Dynamics Of Modern Biotechnology
By Maureen D. McKelvey, Annika Rickne, Jens Laage-Hellman
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Number Of Pages: 432
Publication Date: 2004-07-04
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1843765195
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781843765196
Binding: Hardcover
This indispensable Handbook examines both economic and legal aspects of competition policy and industrial organization. It provides a scholarly review of the state of the art regarding economic theory, empirical evidence and standards of legal evaluation. The book aims primarily at furthering our understanding of the interplay between economic reasoning and legal expertise by concentrating on the fundamental issues and principles underlying competition policy.
Following a comprehensive introduction, the authors investigate a number of important themes including:
• the natural limits of competition • efficiency versus market power • small firms, innovation and competition • trade policy and competition policy • financial services • the political economy of antitrust • dominance and monopolization • identifying anti-trust markets • competition policy versus regulation • competition policy in a globalized economy.
Each of the specially commissioned chapters, written by leading authorities in the field, provides a stimulating exploration of the intricacies of competition policy. The book will be accessible to a wide audience including students of economics and law, public administrators, lawyers, consultants and business managers. It will also be of particular interest to policymakers in EU accession countries who are required to introduce an appropriate legal framework to implement EU competition policy.
Summary: Recommended addition to modern economics shelves for student
Rating: 5
Collaboratively compiled and edited by Maureen McKelvey, Annika Rickne and Jens Laage-Hellman, a trio of economic experts, The Economic Dynamics of Modern Biotechnology is a seminal and invaluable resource presenting insight into the economic influence of modern biotechnology. Drawing upon examples from Europe to illustrate global trends, The Economic Dynamics of Modern Biotechnology applies theory to unravel the modern issues of exactly how new facets of knowledge interact with market processes and the formation of industries. Raising important theoretical and practical questions, chapters adddress such topics as risk management and the commercialization of human genetic testing, the impact of emerging bioinformatics, how to conceptualize and measure modern biotechnology, and much more. The Economic Dynamics of Modern Biotechnology is a welcome and recommended addition to modern economics shelves for students, teachers, and professionals alike, shedding light on a newly emerging dimension of the interplay between economic and life science forces.
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