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Science and the diffusion of knowledge

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  • Sorenson, Olav & Fleming, Lee, 2004. "Science and the diffusion of knowledge," Research Policy, Elsevier, vol. 33(10), pages 1615-1634, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:respol:v:33:y:2004:i:10:p:1615-1634
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