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The global connectivity of regional innovation systems in Italy: a core–periphery perspective

Alexander Berman, Alba Marino, Ram Mudambi · 2019 · Regional Studies

Summary. This study examines how Italian regional innovation systems connect to global knowledge sources. The research finds that foreign companies and entities drive Italy's access to global innovation networks, while Italian firms show weak outward connections. Foreign investment and presence in Italian regions, rather than Italian firms reaching outward, explains the country's growing integration into global innovation systems.

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Berman, A., Marino, A., & Mudambi, R.. (2019). The global connectivity of regional innovation systems in Italy: a core–periphery perspective. Regional Studies. https://doi.org/10.1080/00343404.2019.1672865

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DOI
10.1080/00343404.2019.1672865
Countries
Italy
Regions
Europe
Categories
regional-innovation-systems, innovation-networks, general-innovation
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2026-04-28