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Using research and development indicators to shape innovation in Mauritius

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  • M. Madhou
  • S. B. Moosun
  • D. Naginlal-Modi Nagowah

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Research and Development (R&D) measurements are widely used in the formulation of evidence-based policies to boost a country’s innovation performance. This paper showcases how traditional (Expenditure and Number of Researchers) and country specific R&D data were used for the first time in Mauritius to formulate informed policy measures. A national survey covering the financial year 2019/2020 was conducted. Five hundred and fifty-three Researchers (Full Time Equivalence) per million of inhabitants were recorded. Gross Expenditure and Business R&D Expenditures as a percentage of GDP were 0.37% and 0.07% respectively. Highest expenditures for Business, Government and Higher Education sectors were in Engineering & Technology, Agricultural and Natural Sciences respectively, hence demonstrating a lack of synergy between the three sectors. Bibliometric analysis was conducted to evaluate the trend in publication output over the last five years. 6.2% of Mauritian publications were in Ocean Sciences and 21% of international publications were co-authored with a partner from Africa. These call for a realignment of R&D strategies for Mauritius to attain its goals to become a Blue Economy and a regional knowledge hub. Potential policy recommendations include mechanisms to be put in place for enhanced- public/private sector dialogue and targeted Research Funding schemes in relation to country goals.

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  • M. Madhou & S. B. Moosun & D. Naginlal-Modi Nagowah, 2022. "Using research and development indicators to shape innovation in Mauritius," African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 14(7), pages 1813-1828, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rajsxx:v:14:y:2022:i:7:p:1813-1828
    DOI: 10.1080/20421338.2021.1985947
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