Technology Transfer and Change in the Arab World
Technology Transfer and Change in the Arab World

Author: A. B. Zahlan

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-05-18

Total Pages: 525

ISBN-13: 1483188310

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Technology Transfer and Change in the Arab World covers the proceedings of the Seminar of the United Nations Economic Commission for Western Asia. The book presents 24 papers that cover concerns in technology transfer in the Arab world. The coverage of the book includes established patterns of technology acquisition in the Arab world; possible mechanisms for the transfer and development of technology; and the transfer of technology and investment policy design. The selection also presents articles that cover resource related technology such as water science and technology in the Middle East since 1945; induced adjustment and the role of agriculture in economic development; and prospects and scope for solar energy. The book will be of great interest to individuals concerned with the technological development in the Middle East.

Technology Transfer and Change in the Arab World
Technology Transfer and Change in the Arab World

Author: United Nations. Economic Commission for Western Asia

Publisher: Pergamon

Published: 1978

Total Pages: 532

ISBN-13:

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Technology Transfer and Change in the Arab World covers the proceedings of the Seminar of the United Nations Economic Commission for Western Asia. The book presents 24 papers that cover concerns in technology transfer in the Arab world.

Higher Education in the Arab World
Higher Education in the Arab World

Author: Adnan Badran

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-06-10

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 3030378349

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This book is the first major account of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Arab higher-education sector. It provides an update of the current situation and advances reasons for the under-performance of Arab universities in international ranking tables and the weaknesses of Arab economies. Specific proposals are made for upgrading curricula and assessment procedures as well as providing an environment that fosters innovation and entrepreneurial behaviour. The roles of university-based technology and business parks are examined, with examples of successful business partnerships in the Arab region, Europe, and North America. Opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship have never been greater with the wealth of rapidly developing transformative technologies that are driving the international knowledge economy. This book puts forward proposals for the management and exploitation of intellectual property, and for establishing businesses.

Economic and Political Change in the Middle East (RLE Economy of Middle East)
Economic and Political Change in the Middle East (RLE Economy of Middle East)

Author: Elias Tuma

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-10-30

Total Pages: 239

ISBN-13: 1317594665

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In the early 1960s the Middle East suffered from political instability, inefficiency of government, widespread poverty and inequality, low productivity, and a mounting population pressure on the region’s resources. With the exception of some of the oil-exporting countries, the entire region still suffers from these same burdens. There have been many studies in the economic development and industrialization of the region in recent years. This study is different, motivated by scepticism and a sense of intellectual frustration and apprehension because of the apparent inadequacy of socioeconomic and political development in the Middle East. First published in 1987.

Science, Development, and Sovereignty in the Arab World
Science, Development, and Sovereignty in the Arab World

Author: A. Zahlan

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2012-07-03

Total Pages: 427

ISBN-13: 1137020989

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Zahlan's detailed study examines recent and current performance of Arab countries and their organizations in scientific research in relation to their socio-economic development. It shows that the Arab countries are severely handicapped by a political economy dominated by technological dependence, corruption, and limited research collaboration.

Adaptation to a Changing Climate in the Arab Countries
Adaptation to a Changing Climate in the Arab Countries

Author: Dorte Verner

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2012-11-16

Total Pages: 441

ISBN-13: 0821394592

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The Arab region already suffers adverse consequences from climate change. This book provides information on climate change and its impact, as well as technical guidance on climate adaptation options for policy makers.

Global Information Systems
Global Information Systems

Author: Dorothy E Leidner

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2008-09-10

Total Pages: 495

ISBN-13: 1136400591

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Information technology has had a major impact on individuals, organizations and society over the past 50 years. There are few organizations that can afford to ignore IT and few individuals who would prefer to be without it. As managerial tasks become more complex, so the nature of the required information systems (IS) changes - from structured, routine support to ad hoc, complex enquiries at the highest levels of management. Global Information Systems aims to present the many complex and inter-related issues associated with culture in the management of information systems. The editors have selected a wide range of contemporary articles from leading experts in North America and Europe that represent a wide variety of different national and cultural environments. They offer valid explanations for, rather than simply pointing out cultural differences in articles that cover a variety of national cultures, including: China, Egypt, Finland, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Jamaica, Peru South Korea, Kuwait, Mexico, Singapore, Sweden, the United Arab Emirate, the UK, and the US.

Economics of Climate Change in the Arab World
Economics of Climate Change in the Arab World

Author: Dorte Verner

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2013-04-04

Total Pages: 155

ISBN-13: 0821398482

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This book assesses the impacts of climate change on the economy, agricultural sector, and households in three of the MENA countries; Syria, Tunisia and Yemen. The major channels of impact for global climate change are through changing world food (and energy) prices, especially since all the countries