We propose an explanatory and computational theory of transformative discoveries in
science. The theory is derived from a recurring theme found in a diverse range of scientific …

In this paper, we examine how patterns of scientific collaboration contribute to knowledge
creation and diffusion. Recent studies have shown that scientists can benefit from their …

We examine the emergent field of economic networks and explore its ability to shed light on
the global and volatile economy where credit, ownership, innovation, investment, and …

This paper advances a framework for modeling the component interactions between
cognitive and social aspects of scientific creativity and technological innovation. Specifically …

Who holds the most control in our globalized world? How is economic control distributed
globally? To what degree are the top economic actors interconnected with each other …

This book assesses the value and relevance of the literature on complex systems to policy-
making, contributing to both social theory and policy analysis. For this purpose it develops …

Human mobility always had a great influence on the spreading of cultural, social and
technological ideas. Developing realistic models that allow for a better understanding …

The spontaneous formation and subsequent growth, dissolution, merger, and competition of
social groups bears similarities to physical phase transitions in metastable finite systems …

The dynamics of collaboration networks of firms follow a life cycle of growth and decline.
That does not imply they also become less resilient. Instead, declining collaboration …

Michael Volgger ergänzt den Forschungsbereich der kompetenzbasierten Betrachtungen
von Innovationen um einen entscheidenden und leider allzu oft vernachlässigten Aspekt …