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Publicado 2021
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This paper analyses the issues in attempting to replicate the Californian Innovation System (IS) in Latin American contexts. We try to establish the parallels for Latin American countries by identifying the fundamental elements and feedback loops that were necessary to the emergence of Silicon Valley and their strengths in the technology and software industry. We compare three scenarios through analysing their technological change trajectories: Silicon Valley, Colombia and Brazil. Using theoretical frameworks relevant for innovation studies such as path dependence on technical change trajectories, accumulation of technological capabilities, national and regional IS, Pavitt’s taxonomy, and supply-chain trade; we explain why Latin American countries and policymakers should not try to pursue the same path as Silicon Valley trying to catch-up in the technology and software industries. More...
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Publicado 2021
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Background: Trichosporon fungaemia (TF) episodes have increased in recent years and mortality rates remain high despite the advances in the management of sepsis. New concepts about its clinical course, treatment and microbiology need to be investigated for the better management of this infection. Objectives: To describe the aetiology, natural history, clinical management and prognostic factors of TF. Methods: TF episodes documented between 2005 and 2018 in 23 South American centres were retrospectively investigated by using a standard clinical form. Molecular identification, antifungal susceptibility testing and biofilm production were also performed. Results: Eighty-eight TF episodes were studied. Patients had several underlying conditions, including haematological diseases (47.7%), post-operative status (34%), solid organ transplants (n = 7, 7.9%), among others. Seventy-three (82.9%) p...
