Regional Economic Development

We are leading experts in the study of regional and urban development amid global changes in technologies, value chains, investment and knowledge networks and migration patterns.

Our approach involves both theoretical and empirical challenges, including defining and measuring key features of local economies - such as institutions, innovation systems or global connectivity - and develop robust empirical evidence of their relationship with key economic indicators such as growth, productivity, and employment.

Our research spans various regions, from Europe and USA to China, India and Africa. We seek to unravel the mechanisms by which all these factors influence and shape public policy effectiveness, offering strategic insights for policymakers to enhance the impact of development initiatives across diverse environments.

We also link regional and urban development to political dynamics, delving into how rising geographical, economic, and social inequality and justice are behind the rise of populism and political extremism, and at the root of stoking social unrest in many parts of the world.