Path dependence, endogenous innovation, and growth

Redding, Stephen (2002) Path dependence, endogenous innovation, and growth. International Economic Review, 43 (4). pp. 1215-1248. ISSN 1468-2354

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Abstract

This paper presents a model of endogenous innovation and growth, in which technological change is path dependent. The historical pattern of technological development plays a central role in determining the pace of future technological change. Path dependence is explained using a distinction between fundamental and secondary knowledge. The economy moves endogenously between periods of drastic and nondrastic innovation. Technological lock-in is shown to be a special case of path dependence. The model provides a rationale for cycles in technological leadership. This rationale exists in equilibria with positive levels of fundamental research and in a world with no imitation.

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Divisions:	Centre for Economic Performance Economics
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory
JEL classification:	O - Economic Development, Technological Change, and Growth > O3 - Technological Change; Research and Development > O31 - Innovation and Invention: Processes and Incentives O - Economic Development, Technological Change, and Growth > O4 - Economic Growth and Aggregate Productivity > O40 - General
Date Deposited:	30 Jun 2006
Last Modified:	11 Dec 2024 22:30
URI:	http://eprints.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/208

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