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An evolutionary integrated view of Regional Systems of Innovation: Concepts, measures and historical perspectives

Simona Iammarino · 2005 · European Planning Studies

Summary. Regional innovation systems have been studied with a national bias that overlooks sub-national dynamics and historical evolution. This paper integrates top-down and bottom-up perspectives to develop a more complete framework for understanding regional innovation systems, emphasizing how history and regional culture shape development opportunities. Italy's case demonstrates that historical regional contexts are essential for assessing future regional innovation potential.

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Iammarino, S.. (2005). An evolutionary integrated view of Regional Systems of Innovation: Concepts, measures and historical perspectives. European Planning Studies. https://doi.org/10.1080/09654310500107084

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DOI
10.1080/09654310500107084
Countries
Italy
Regions
Europe
Categories
regional-innovation-systems, innovation-theory, general-innovation
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2026-04-28