Advances in the Theory and Practice of Smart Specialization

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Advances in the Theory and Practice of Smart Specialization is written by Slavo Radosevic and published by Academic Press. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0128041595 (ISBN 10) and 9780128041598 (ISBN 13).

Regional growth in the European Union hinges to a large extent on smart specialization, a new and exciting theme in economic innovation studies. Advances in the Theory and Practice of Smart Specialization illuminates problems that have stifled the implementation of smart specialization policies, such as unique regional constraints and the inter-dependent demands of economic growth and commercial development. Forward-looking and pragmatic, it provides guidance for developing smart specialization strategies both to those involved in European affairs and others grappling with regional innovation and economic development worldwide. - Emphasizes specific contexts for smart specialization, its international approach and institutional preconditions - Examines comparable initiatives worldwide - Explains how to implement smart specialization policies given different development levels of regions and countries