"Knowledge and Innovation for Competitiveness in Brazil makes a compelling argument that, in a global economy that is increasingly knowledge driven, human capital is key to growth. The book supports this argument by mapping the relationship between microeconomic inputs, such as health education services, and macroeconomic outputs, such as growth. It then foes on to recommend specific steps that can be taken to foster innovation and competitiveness." "Grounded in economic theory and backed by economic analysis, Knowledge and Innovation for Competitiveness in Brazil will serve as an important sourcebook for policy makers, academics and researchers, and business people both inside and outside Brazil."--book jacket.