Interrelating Dynamic Proximities by Bridging, Reducing and Producing Distances

Max-Peter Menzel

Regional Studies, 2015, vol. 49, issue 11, 1892-1907

Abstract: M enzel M.-P. Interrelating dynamic proximities by bridging, reducing and producing distances, Regional Studies . The proximity concept explains the spatiality of relations and innovations with various dimensions of proximity. The paper adapts this framework to the processes of change. It integrates the interrelations between different dynamics into the nomenclature of proximity and distance. Three dynamics are proposed that both interfere with and enable interaction: learning, connecting and moving. These dynamics cause changes in cognitive, network and spatial proximity. Using these dynamics, two arguments are introduced as the basis for a concept of dynamic proximity: (1) proximity in one dimension enables interaction despite distance in other dimensions; and (2) reducing distance at the dyadic level produces distance as externality.

Date: 2015
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DOI: 10.1080/00343404.2013.848978

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