ISBN:
9780191873904
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9780192573964
,
9780192573957
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (ix, 228 Seiten)
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Illustrationen
Edition:
First edition
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als New developments in evolutionary innovation
DDC:
303.483
Keywords:
Evolutionsökonomik
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Innovation
;
Innovationsmanagement
;
Strategisches Management
;
Technischer Fortschritt
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Theorie
;
Technology History
;
Technology Philosophy
;
Economic development Philosophy
;
Evolution (Biology)
;
Evolutionary economics
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Economic development ; Philosophy
;
Evolution (Biology)
;
Evolutionary economics
;
Technology
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Technology ; Philosophy
;
History
;
Aufsatzsammlung
;
Wirtschaftstheorie
;
Innovation
Abstract:
The growth of evolutionary thinking has had a profound impact on economic theory and related fields such as strategy and technological innovation. An important paradigm that underlies the evolutionary theory of innovation is neo-Darwinian evolution. According to this paradigm, evolution is gradualist and based on the mechanisms of variation, selection, and retention. Since the 1970s, theoretical advancements in evolutionary biology have recognised the central role of punctuated equilibrium, speciation, and exaptation. However, despite their significant influence in evolutionary biology, these advancements have been reflected only partially in evolutionary approaches to economics, strategy, and innovation. This book reviews these advancements and explores their implications, with a particular emphasis on the role of serendipity and unprestateability in innovation and novelty.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and indexes
DOI:
10.1093/oso/9780198837091.001.0001
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