European paradox
Definitions
The perceived failure of European countries to translate scientific advances into marketable innovations.
Examples
“"... the research⟳ policy paradigm was already well embedded in a competitiveness/innovation oriented understanding and an understanding of the so-called European paradox, that is, the conjecture that EU member states play⟳ a leading global role in terms of top-level scientific output, but lag behind in the ability of converting this strength into wealth-generating innovations."”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
See also
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