A knowledge based approach to collaboration in basic research

Mauro Caminati (caminati@unisi.it)

Department of Economic Policy, Finance and Development (DEPFID) University of Siena from Department of Economic Policy, Finance and Development (DEPFID), University of Siena

Abstract: This paper suggests a knowledge based approach to the formation of collaboration networks in basic research. Though mainly focused on foundations, it provides the example of a set of knowledge distributions supporting effort allocations that are pairwise equilibria of the collaboration game. These equilibrium outcomes produce a star-like collaboration network. Restrictions yielding the small world property are also specified. A closing remark expands on the knowledge growth maximizing allocation of effort, compared to the allocation produced by private incentives.

Keywords: ideas; knowledge endowment; modularity; collaboration game; pairwise equilibrium; star network; small world. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: D85 O30 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009-10
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