INTERNATIONAL REGIONAL SCIENCE REVIEW
Scope & Guideline
Elevating discourse on regional development across disciplines.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Regional Development and Policy Analysis:
The journal emphasizes research that explores the mechanisms and policies driving regional development, with a focus on enhancing economic growth and social equity in various geographic contexts. - Spatial Econometrics and Modeling:
A significant portion of the articles employs spatial econometric techniques to analyze regional data, assess spatial relationships, and model economic phenomena in a geographical context. - Innovation and Knowledge Flows:
Research on the role of innovation, technology transfer, and knowledge networks in shaping regional economies is a core area, reflecting the importance of innovation in regional competitiveness. - Social and Environmental Impacts:
The journal also addresses social disparities and environmental challenges, investigating how these factors influence regional dynamics and the effectiveness of policy interventions. - Urban and Rural Studies:
The journal includes studies that compare urban and rural settings, examining the unique challenges and opportunities faced by different regions.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Regional Dynamics:
A significant number of recent studies focus on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on various aspects of regional economies, including health disparities, economic resilience, and shifts in consumer behavior. - Technological Change and Innovation Networks:
There is a growing emphasis on research that investigates the role of technology transfer networks and innovation in urban settings, particularly in how these factors influence regional economic capacities. - Spatial Inequality and Accessibility:
Emerging themes include the examination of spatial inequality and access to resources, reflecting concerns about urban-rural divides and the impacts of infrastructure developments like high-speed rail. - Sustainability and Environmental Resilience:
The journal is increasingly featuring studies focused on environmental sustainability and resilience, assessing how regions can adapt to environmental changes and promote sustainable practices. - Diversity and Inclusion in Regional Development:
Recent publications emphasize the importance of diversity and inclusion in regional science, exploring how these factors affect participation and outcomes in regional development efforts.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Economic Analysis:
Research that delves into historical economic contexts, such as economic development in the 19th century, is less frequently published, possibly due to a growing emphasis on contemporary issues. - Traditional Economic Geography:
Themes centered around traditional economic geography, such as basic location theory, have waned, as newer methodologies and interdisciplinary approaches gain traction. - Basic Infrastructure Studies:
Basic studies on infrastructure without a strong emphasis on socio-economic impacts or innovative approaches seem to be declining, as researchers focus on more integrated and complex analyses.
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