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SPRU – Science Policy Research Unit
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Remembering Richard R Nelson
It is with great sadness that we have learned that Richard R Nelson, our colleague, mentor and great friend of SPRU, passed away in early 2025. His full obituary details his remarkable career and contributions to the field of innovation studies.
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Highlights
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