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Biotechnologies, international division of labor and the Brazilian case

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  • Bernardo Sorj
  • John Wilkinson

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This article emphasizes the contradictory impact of biotechnologies on the economicsystem, both between industrialized and Third World countries and within each ofthese blocs. The heterogeneous applications of biotechnology and the specific relations theyestablish between industrial and natural resources lead to a multiplicity of sectoral and nationalpolicies. Biotechnologies offer Brazil the possibility for more rational and competitiveuse of its natural resources, and at the same time an increased participation in key industrialsectors currently heavily internationalized. The key to success however depends on the abilityto transform research into industrial strategy. JEL Classification: Q16; Q17.

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  • Bernardo Sorj & John Wilkinson, 1988. "Biotechnologies, international division of labor and the Brazilian case," Brazilian Journal of Political Economy, Center of Political Economy, vol. 8(2), pages 242-252.
    • Handle: RePEc:ekm:repojs:v:8:y:1988:i:2:p:242-252:id:1093
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    Biotechnology; agrotechnology;

    JEL classification:

    • Q16 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Agriculture - - - R&D; Agricultural Technology; Biofuels; Agricultural Extension Services
    • Q17 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Agriculture - - - Agriculture in International Trade

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