Russia before the innovation challenge: the experience of the “zero” years

Abstract

The article analyses the results of the transition to the innovative way of development which was proclaimed by the country’s leaders as the main objective at the beginning of the XXI century. It examines the official policy documents which where developed and adopted, as well as the plan of action to reach this goal. And considers major challenges the country was facing at a new historical point indicated by the events of the end of 2011 — beginning of 2012.

Keywords

• innovation activity
• modernization
• scientific-technical potential
• human capital
• the state priorities