Comparison of regional patterns for technological specialization in China

Abstract

Abstract: Regional patterns of technological specialization are viewed as the distribution of technology across sectors, which is the prerequisite and basis for carrying out credible and rational technology development strategy. Data involving the granted Chinese invention patents of 31 provinces during the period of 1985-2010 are collected and classified into technological sectors in accordance with their main International Patent Classification (IPC) to form the Revealed Technological Advantage (RTA) index. Regional patterns of technological specialization across technological sectors are analyzed over different periods with RTA index. Furthermore, the patterns during the period of 2001-2010 for 31 provinces are evaluated, which will provide the guidance for the policy of technology development of theses provinces.

Key words: technological specialization, invention patent, RTA, regional technological advantage

CLC Number:

F062.4

Feng Rentao, Yu Xiang. Comparison of regional patterns for technological specialization in China[J]. Science Research Management, 2012, (10): 9-16.

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