Inovace ve zdravotnictví v Izraeli

This thesis aims to grasp how Israel pathed its way to become an innovation powerhouse, and to explore the unique ecosystem for innovation the country offers. Because of the limited data and space, the thesis focuses mainly on the last 20 years. The thesis is divided into three main chapters. The first one provides a theoretical framework for innovation. It utilizes document analysis and discusses the innovation indicators, catalysts, and processes and explains the connection of the innovation process to economic growth. The second chapter explores the environment for the innovation process through PESTEL analysis, historical and geographical background, and present policies of the country. It also involves subchapters referring to how the state finances and spends on the R&D sector using secondary data analysis. The third chapter examines in bigger depth the healthcare sector. It includes primary statistical data about healthcare and patents, a short historical rundown of how healthcare in Israel developed over time, examples of start-ups in healthcare, the healthcare budget, and the vision for healthcare in Israel.