This book examines the strategic dynamics that characterize technological mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the innovation context. More specifically, using advanced protocols developed in bibliometrics, the first part of the book introduces a new framework for the interpretation of the theoretical foundations, the intellectual structure, and research trends in M&A and innovation topics. Building on these results, in the second part, the book tests empirically the effects of key drivers of innovation performance and synergies in technological M&A in the U.S. high-tech industry.
The book contributes to bridging core strategy perspectives for a better understanding of the M&A impact on innovation and creates a roadmap for scholars highlighting directions for future research avenues.

Elona Marku is an Assistant Professor of Management at the Department of Economics and Business, University of Cagliari (Italy). She also was a visiting scholar at Columbia Business School (Columbia University, New York) and Cass Business School (City University, London). Her research focuses on the strategic management of technology and innovation and the implications of these for firm performance. She has published in peer-reviewed journals such as The Journal of Technology Transfer, Scientometrics, Journal of Management and Governance, and Technology Analysis & Strategic Management.