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Government Grants (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
Government Grants [Line Items] |  |  |
Government Grants Recognized By Reduction Of Research and Development Expenses General and Administrative Expenses | $ 1,431 | $ 1,508 | $ 1,879

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- Definition The total amount of government grants recognized by the company through reduction in research and development expenses and general and administrative expenses during the period. + References No definition available. + Details
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