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Space insurance and the law : maximizing private activities in outer space /

Andrea J. Harrington, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2021

"This astute and comprehensive book provides in-depth analysis of the space sector with an 'insurance as governance' approach. Chapters highlight and examine the key aspects of this important subject including space tourism, risk mitigation and [...]

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Technology and international relations : the new frontier in global power /

Giampiero Giacomello, Author ; Francesco NiccolÆo Moro, Author ; Marco Valigi, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2021

"Exploring how changes in advanced technology deeply affect international politics, this book theoretically engages with the overriding relevance of investments in technological research, and the ways in which they directly foster a country's ec[...]

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Advanced introduction to space law

Frans G. von der Dunk, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | Elgar Advanced Introductions | 2020

Elgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world's leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and [...]

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Commercial uses of space and space tourism : legal and policy aspects /

Jan Wouters, Editor ; Philip De Man, Editor ; Rik Hansen, Editor | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2017

Commercial Uses of Space and Space Tourism combines the perspectives of academics, policy makers and major industry players around three central themes connected to commercial spacefaring: the international legal challenges posed by the dramati[...]

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Commercial uses of space and space tourism : legal and policy aspects /

Jan Wouters, Editor ; Philip De Man, Editor ; Rik Hansen, Editor | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2017

Commercial Uses of Space and Space Tourism combines the perspectives of academics, policy makers and major industry players around three central themes connected to commercial spacefaring: the international legal challenges posed by the dramatic[...]

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The protection of intellectual property rights in outer space activities

Tosaporn Leepuengtham, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2017

While outer space itself remains out of reach for most of us, the results of space activities and developments from space technology are becoming increasingly integrated in our daily lives. Recognising the importance of these technologies, this[...]

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The protection of intellectual property rights in outer space activities

Tosaporn Leepuengtham, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2017

While outer space itself remains out of reach for most of us, the results of space activities and developments from space technology are becoming increasingly integrated in our daily lives. Recognising the importance of these technologies, this[...]

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Handbook of space law

Frans G. von der Dunk, Editor ; Fabio Tronchetti, Editor | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | Research Handbooks in International Law Series | 2015

'The Handbook of Space Law' addresses the legal and regulatory aspects of activities in outer space and major space applications from a comprehensive and structured perspective. It focusses on international space law in the broadest sense of th[...]

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Global clusters of innovation : entrepreneurial engines of economic growth around the world /

Jerome S. Engel, Editor | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2014

In the geography of the global economy, there are known 'hot spots' where new technologies germinate at an astounding rate and pools of capital, expertise and talent foster the development of new industries and new ways of doing business. These [...]

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The political economy of aerospace industries : a key driver of growth and international competitiveness? /

Keith Hartley, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2014

Aerospace is often viewed as a key high-technology industry, important for a nation's future growth prospects and international competitiveness. This book presents an economic and political analysis of the world's aerospace industries and their[...]

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The political economy of aerospace industries : a key driver of growth and international competitiveness? /

Keith Hartley, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2014

Aerospace is often viewed as a key high-technology industry, important for a nation's future growth prospects and international competitiveness. This book presents an economic and political analysis of the world's aerospace industries and their[...]

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Industrial policy in america : breaking the taboo

Marco R Di Tommaso, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2013

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Technological innovation and prize incentives : the google lunar x prize and other aerospace competitions /

Luciano Kay, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2013

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The transaction cost economics project : the theory and practice of the governance of contractual relations /

Oliver E. Williamson, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2013

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Managing global organizations : a cultural perspective

Rabi S. Bhagat, Author ; Annette S. McDevitt, Author ; Harry C. Triandis, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2012

The globalization of business is a reality that confronts organizations of all sizes from different nations and cultures. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the nature of cultural variations that affect important aspects[...]

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Managing global organizations : a cultural perspective

Rabi S. Bhagat, Author ; Annette S. McDevitt, Author ; Harry C. Triandis, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2012

The globalization of business is a reality that confronts organizations of all sizes from different nations and cultures. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the nature of cultural variations that affect important aspects[...]

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Global perspectives on technology transfer and commercialization : building innovative ecosystems

John S. Butler, Author ; David V. Gibson, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2011

Technology transfer is a dynamic area of study that examines traditional topics such as intellectual property management, the management of risk, market identification, the role of public and private labs, and the role of universities.

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The handbook of globalisation

Jonathan Michie, Editor | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2011

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International handbook on public private partnerships

Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | Elgar original reference | 2010

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The economics of climate change policy : international, national and regional mitigation strategies

Adam Z. Rose | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2009

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The economics of innovation : an introduction

Peter G. M. Swann | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2009

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Microeconomic policy : a new perspective /

C. A. Tisdell, Author ; Keith Hartley, Author | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2008

"This textbook shows students how microeconomic theory can be used and applied to major issues of public policy. In this way, it will improve their understanding of both microeconomic theory and policy and also develop their ability to criticall[...]

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The digital business ecosystem

Angelo Corallo, Editor ; Giuseppina Passiante, Editor ; Andrea Prencipe, Editor | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2007

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Competition for technological leadership : EU policy for high technology

Johan Lembke | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2002

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A dictionary of environmental economics science and policy

R. Quentin Grafton ; Linwood H. Pendleton ; Harry W. Nelson | Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar Publishing | 2001

"Lack of property rights is one of the most fundamental causes of environmental degradation and inadequate resource use. Rose Anne Devlin and R. Quentin Grafton lay out the analysis of property rights and their bearing on environmental and reso[...]

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