The dynamics of science in a small country: The case of Luxembourg

Morgan B Meyer

Science and Public Policy, 2008, vol. 35, issue 5, 361-371

Abstract: This paper examines the scientific landscape in Luxembourg, one of the smallest countries in Europe. Three themes are analysed: the professionalisation of research; diversification and cooperation between the actors; and the Luxembourg Foresight Exercise. The paper argues that in small countries cooperation and collaboration is not necessarily better than in larger countries. It further suggests that, compared to larger countries, small countries seem to share three characteristics: a less mature research infrastructure and science policy; a shorter distance between researchers and science policy; and a need to import expertise. Copyright , Beech Tree Publishing.

Date: 2008
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