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

Corinne Autant-Bernard (1) , Nadine Massard (1) , Muriel Fadairo (1)

1 GATE Lyon Saint-Étienne - Groupe d'Analyse et de Théorie Economique Lyon - Saint-Etienne

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

Mots clés: innovation policy; localised knowledge flows; European regions; knowledge-based economy

Mots clés: politique d'innovation; flux de connaissances localisés; régions européennes; économie fondée sur la connaissance

Domaines: Economies et finances

Corinne Autant-Bernard, Nadine Massard, Muriel Fadairo. Knowledge diffusion and innovation policies within the European regions: Challenges based on recent empirical evidence. 2010. ⟨halshs-00491062⟩