Knowledge diffusion and innovation policies within the European regions: Challenges based on recent empirical evidence

Corinne Autant-Bernard, Muriel Fadairo () and Nadine Massard
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Muriel Fadairo: Université de Lyon, Lyon, F-69003, France; CNRS, GATE Lyon St Etienne, UMR 5824, 93, chemin des Mouilles, Ecully, F-69130, France; Université de Saint-Etienne, Jean Monnet, F-42023 Saint Etienne, France

No 1010, Working Papers from Groupe d'Analyse et de Théorie Economique Lyon St-Étienne (GATE Lyon St-Étienne), Université de Lyon

Abstract: This article builds upon empirical results concerning localised knowledge spillovers to highlight some policy implications within European regions. The analysis emphasises the role of regional innovation policies in supporting the institutions that generate knowledge and learning. However, the variety of regional features presented in the empirical literature suggests that the search for universal policy tools is unrealistic. From this perspective, we argue that original strategies must be generated to cope with the various dilemmas faced by regional innovation policies. Such specific strategies require accurate knowledge of local features. Improving data and indicators to diagnose and monitor regional innovation is therefore presented as a key issue for policy makers.

Keywords: innovation policy; localised knowledge flows; European regions; knowledge-based economy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: C12 O38 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 30 pages
Date: 2010
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