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Sarewitz-Nelson rules (for innovative choice and technology policy)

In: Elgar Encyclopedia on the Economics of Knowledge and Innovation

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  • Isabel Almudi
  • Francisco Fatas-Villafranca

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The Sarewitz-Nelson rules (SN rules) and its systematic formulation, constitute an analytical tool to evaluate the potential degree of success of different technologies aiming to solve a problem. Therefore, the SN rules and its formal implementation, can be considered as a fundamental instrument for corporate choice and technology policy. Sarewitz and Nelson (2008a; 2008b) proposed the first version of the rules as a broad technology assessment heuristic. They were suggested from an implicit coevolution perspective involving interlinked bodies of technical practice and understanding. We denote the rules as (R1) the cause-effect rule; (R2) the standardized technical core rule; and (R3) the enlightening testability rule. For its systematic implementation, the SN rules have been formally discussed and made operational as an element of Schumpeterian catalytic research and innovation policies. The SN rules are hereby presented within a wider process of technology screening, choice and policy-making

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  • Isabel Almudi & Francisco Fatas-Villafranca, 2022. "Sarewitz-Nelson rules (for innovative choice and technology policy)," Chapters, in: Cristiano Antonelli (ed.), Elgar Encyclopedia on the Economics of Knowledge and Innovation, chapter 54, pages 431-437, Edward Elgar Publishing.
    • Handle: RePEc:elg:eechap:19760_54
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