Marius-Paul Otto (1870-1939) used his entrepreneurial spirit to innovate and create.
Entrepreneurs are often portrayed as heroes, but economist Marianna Mazzuccato's work, The Entrepreneurial State, reveals that tech innovation relies on decades-long government funding.
Those who later mash up fundamentals into new products are wont to forget this intellectual cradle, especially when the delicate subject of taxation is raised.
Universities face a dilemma in supporting entrepreneurial students and academics while navigating ownership of intellectual property.
The career of Marius-Paul Otto, a compulsive innovator, raises questions about the role of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Author's summary: Marius-Paul Otto's story highlights the importance of nurturing inventors.