Reconfiguration of science, technology and innovation governance in Austria: Structures for innovation leadership

This chapter examines science, technology and innovation governance in Austria. It begins with an overview of the main government actors in science, technology and innovation policy: ministries, funding agencies (and the role of private foundations), as well as advisory councils for research and innovation. It then examines agenda setting, co-ordination and evaluation of science, technology and innovation policy including the role of societal challenges and support for international linkages and cooperation,