Big Data and Network Analysis in National Innovation Systems: The Roles of Academia, Industry, and Government Research Institutes and Their Interactions

This study examines the changes that have been made to KNIS since the 2000s, when Korea entered the group of developed countries. Using data on joint research, this study systematically analyzes the interactions among actors representing academia, industry, and government research institutes, and the innovative performance achieved through these interactions. This study argues that the while interactions through joint research generate innovative performance, such interactions have not been occurring as strongly as would be desired, and this has limited the potential for the growth of innovative performance. While reinforcing the capabilities of individual actors is important, this study emphasizes that to build a more effective and systematic NIS, the government should establish policies designed to strengthen the interaction among actors.