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Regional Innovation Systems in Central and Eastern Europe: Determinants, Organizers and Alignments

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While proximity was an asset in socialism, during the post-socialist period the development of the region as a locus of innovation is essential for restructuring and sustainable growth of economies of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). The paper analyzes the factors that determine the emergence of regional innovation systems in CEE. Based on a conceptual model of regional innovation system we explore four determinants: national, sectoral, micro and regional. These determinants operate as conditional advantages or disadvantages that require network organizers and network alignment in order to be turned into real advantages. The paper points to the important role of network organizers for enhancing regional innovation in the post-socialist economies. Policy implications of the model suggest that the emphasis should be on functions and programs rather than on new organizations.

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Radosevic, S. Regional Innovation Systems in Central and Eastern Europe: Determinants, Organizers and Alignments. The Journal of Technology Transfer 27, 87–96 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1013152721632

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