Research on the Problems of Spatial Modernization of the Economy: Kazakhstan’s Experience

This research aims to analyze the main problems of spatial modernization of the economy, and to develop new approaches to accelerate of innovations process from the cities-centers to the underdeveloped regions. The study employs the method of ranking regions, the rate of innovation activity and comparative evaluation of R&D indicator. In addition, the authors proposed the method of modeling of innovation diffusion in the regions. According to the results of this theoretical and empirical study proved that modernization of the economy is realized faster in the regions with the best conditions for the diffusion of innovations, the higher the concentration of the population, a more developed infrastructure and reduced of administrative barriers.