Advancing the national and global knowledge economy: the role of research universities in developing countries

Abstract

Research universities are a central part of all academic systems. They are the key points of international contact and involvement. Research is produced, disseminated and in many cases imported. For developing countries, the mechanisms for the involvement of research universities in the global knowledge economy is complex, and includes issues of mobility, the use of technology, collaboration, and other elements.

Keywords:

• research universities
• knowledge dissemination
• developing countries

Notes

This article builds on analysis in Altbach 2009 and Altbach 2011. Thanks to Dr Ahmad Hasnah and participants in the Boston Innovation, Higher Education and Research for Development program of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development conference for comments.