RESEARCH POLICY
Scope & Guideline
Advancing the Frontiers of Innovation and Strategy
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Urban and Spatial Development:
The journal emphasizes research that explores urban and spatial development, particularly through multi-level analyses that consider various geographic and political contexts. - Sustainability and Environmental Management:
A core area of focus is on sustainable practices in planning and development, particularly in relation to tourism, urbanism, and resource management. - Tourism and Cultural Heritage:
The journal examines the dynamics of tourism, including motivations and impacts on local economies and cultural heritage, advocating for sustainable tourism practices. - Policy Analysis and Governance:
It includes studies that assess the effectiveness of policies in various domains, particularly in relation to urban planning, regional development, and environmental governance. - Socioeconomic Inequalities:
Research addressing socioeconomic disparities, including income inequality and the impacts of policies on marginalized communities, is also a significant focus. - Community Engagement and Participation:
The journal highlights the importance of participatory approaches in planning and governance, promoting community-driven development initiatives.
Trending and Emerging
- Multi-Level Analysis:
An increasing number of studies are employing multi-level analyses to understand urban and spatial development, reflecting a trend towards more complex, integrative approaches in research. - Sustainable Tourism Development:
There is a growing emphasis on sustainable tourism practices, particularly in the context of recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for resilience in tourism planning. - Urban Resilience and Regeneration:
Research on urban resilience and regeneration is emerging strongly, focusing on how cities can adapt to environmental challenges and socio-economic changes. - Impact of Learning Networks:
The role of learning networks in fostering urban development and transformation processes is gaining attention, indicating a trend towards collaborative governance models. - Digital and Smart City Initiatives:
Emerging themes related to digitalization and smart city initiatives are beginning to surface, suggesting a shift towards integrating technology in urban planning and sustainability efforts.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Analysis of Jewish Communities:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focusing on historical analyses of Jewish communities and related topics, possibly as the journal shifts towards more contemporary issues in urban and regional planning. - Geopolitical Studies:
Research centered on geopolitical issues, particularly those related to Eastern Europe and historical events, appears to be waning, as the journal increasingly prioritizes current social and environmental challenges. - Traditional Rural Studies:
The traditional focus on rural studies and the dynamics of rural communities has diminished, with a shift towards more urban-centric themes and sustainability in urban contexts. - Single-Country Case Studies:
There is a reduced emphasis on single-country case studies in favor of comparative and multi-level studies that encompass broader geographic implications.
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