Chapter 15. Israel's Military Technology: The Transfer to Civilian Applications and Universities as Incubators

Israel's image today is that of a country in constant political turmoil, with an economy that is isolated from its direct geographical environment and with a focus on technology, industry, and defense superceding agriculture. Very few specialists know the characteristics of Israeli high-tech companies and their respective strategies, which are often established in conflicting circumstances.

What is the reality of Israel's high-tech economy? What is the country's real advantage in technology? Which are the most interesting examples that should be mentioned? Are the most creative sectors linked to the country's socioeconomic state or to ...

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