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The Institute for Economic Research of the Chamber of commerce of Bolzano/Bozen, the Regional Studies Association (RSA), Institute for Regional Development of Eurac Research, the Austrian Institute of Economic Research and the SPRINT research network are pleased to announce a two-day workshop on Pathways to Future Regional Development on June 11-12, 2026 in Bolzano/Bozen (Italy), focusing on the themes of regional development, innovation, sustainability, and inequality.
WORKSHOP PROGRAMME:
The first day, participants will gather for an intensive day of presentations and discussion to exchange insights on shared challenges in regional development. The second day will feature a visit to NOI Techpark South Tyrol, where attendees will participate in a policy panel titled "Bridging Worlds: Connecting Research, Policy, and Innovation Ecosystems", offering a unique opportunity to see theory meet practice in an innovation hub.
Keynote speakers:
- Frank Neffke, Complexity Science Hub
- Sandro Montresor, University of Trento
- Carlo Menon, OECD
- Vincent Mauroit, NOI Techpark South Tyrol
CALL FOR PAPERS:
We invite the submission of papers addressing emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in fostering sustainable and innovative regional development. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Sustainable regional development strategies
- The role of global value chains in local development
- Innovation in green technologies & transitions
- Policy interventions for sustainability & innovation
- Unequal local economic development & inequality
- Skill transfer, labour markets & gender inequalities
- Tourism
We welcome both theoretical and applied research submissions, particularly those employing innovative methods or data. Submissions can take the form of extended abstracts or full papers.
Deadline for Submissions: March 15th, 2026
Submission Format: Extended abstracts (up to 2000 words) or full papers (approximately 7000 words)
Submission Process: Please submit via e-mail to wifo@handelskammer.bz.it
via Alto Adige, 60
39100 Bolzano , Italy
