Age-Related Changes in the Likelihood of Major Contributions.

Mumford, Michael D.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ404920

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Publication Date: 1989

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Age-Related Changes in the Likelihood of Major Contributions.

Mumford, Michael D.; And Others

International Journal of Aging and Human Development, v29 n3 p171-94 1989

Studied influence of age and research support on frequency of technical innovation and economic growth in United States between 1929-1984. Found research support and age influenced number of patents awarded which, in turn, influenced deviations in gross national product. Concluded that development and maintenance of creative potential needs greater attention. (Author/CM)

Descriptors: Age Differences, Creative Thinking, Economic Progress, Human Capital, Human Resources, Inventions, Middle Aged Adults, Productive Thinking, Quality of Working Life, Research and Development, Technological Advancement, Work Environment, Young Adults, Young Old Adults

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Language: English

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