Abstract: Based on the analysis of the current situation of technology output and technology absorption in Jiangsu Province,it is concluded that the flow of technological elements in Jiangsu Province belongs to the type of technology introduction and absorption. The relevant data of technological elements in Jiangsu Province from 2013 to 2022 are used to empirically analyze the impact of technology absorption on the efficiency of scientific and technological innovation in Jiangsu Province. The results show that the technology absorption has a positive promoting effect on the efficiency of scientific and technological innovation in Jiangsu. Based on the empirical analysis results,suggestions are proposed.

Key words: flow of technological elements, technology absorption, efficiency of technological innovation