Research that Pays Off - The Economic Benefits of Federally Funded R&D
Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only! Grab it Explore the economic impact of federally funded research and development in this engaging panel discussion. Delve into the critical contributions of federal R&D to American industry, its potential for future dividends, and its effect on long-term economic prosperity. Learn from experts as they examine the decline in federal research spending, the rise of China's investment in R&D, and the consequences for U.S. global scientific leadership. Discover how many of today's economic powerhouses originated from federally funded initiatives. Gain insights into measuring innovation, collaboration in various industries, and the far-reaching impacts of projects like the Human Genome Project. Understand the distinction between innovation and invention, and explore the business aspects of innovation in this comprehensive examination of the economic benefits of government-funded research.