Research productivity of scientists in Asia for the growth of nations

Jang C. Jin

Journal of Asian Economics, 2025, vol. 99, issue C

Abstract: This study aims to evaluate the research productivity of universities and institutions in Asia, based on publications in the two premier journals Science and Nature. Chinese universities dominate the league. The recent rise of scientific publications in Chinese universities is largely attributed to international collaborations with prominent U.S. and European universities and with renowned global institutions. The instrumental variable (IV) estimation further suggests that scientific publications promote economic growth through the development of advanced technologies. It should also be noted that the research contribution of universities is, in general, greater than that of research institutions in Asia. The paper concludes with policy implications.

Keywords: Scientific publications; Research productivity; Economic growth; Asian ranking of universities; International collaboration; IV estimation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1016/j.asieco.2025.101953

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