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TOVAR-SANCHEZ, Guillermo S.. Human capital, innovation and digitalization. Economic drivers in Latin America. Prob. Des [online]. 2025, vol.56, n.223, pp.3-28.  Epub 10-Abr-2026. ISSN 0301-7036.  https://doi.org/10.22201/iiec.20078951e.2025.223.70353.

This study examines the relationship between investment in higher education, Science, Technology and Innovation, the training of Specialized Human Capital, digitalization and economic growth in Latin America (2000-2019). Three fixed-effects panel data models linked to the Progressive Structural Change model are estimated. Investment in research and development (R&D) and tertiary education drives the formation of Specialized Human Capital. Additionally, researcher density and digitalization positively impact economic growth and the interaction between Specialized Human Capital and education reinforces this effect. Political isomorphism between higher education and innovation systems is essential. The study recommends collaborative governance with long-term policies that integrate education, innovation and digitization.

Palabras llave : human capital; innovation; technological change; panel data models.

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