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Urban innovation districts as hotspots for innovators

Trillo, C

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C Trillo



Contributors

I Bernard
Editor

I Bernhard
Editor

Abstract

How the space- innovators nexus works in cities? Can this nexus be understood only by looking at location of enterprises and companies or is it necessary to investigate other enabling factors related to the spatial structure of cities? This paper seeks to answer this question by focusing on the mode of using neighbourhood and spaces performed in cities by innovative entrepreneurs. Findings drawn from an extensive dataset built in USA suggest that urban policies should encompass spatial interventions on the built environment, holding the potential to facilitate the construction of a physical ecosystem supportive of innovation. This spatial fabric includes: shared spaces and private small businesses facilitating interaction, both informal and formal, both specialized and multidisciplinary; public services and facilities that allow preserving uniqueness and inclusiveness. Furthermore, the spatial pattern should be supportive of a walkable environment, offering effective transit and public transport facilities. Consistent policy actions include: (1) Launching dedicated programs focused on small target areas, combining spatial planning and innovation-driven economic initiatives; (2) Introducing flexible rules in the funding streams, prioritizing goals over means; (3) Fostering pilot programs including non-conventional beneficiaries and non-traditional eligible costs.

Citation

Trillo, C. (2019, June). Urban innovation districts as hotspots for innovators. Presented at Uddevalla Symposium 2019, L'Aquila

Presentation Conference Type Other
Conference Name Uddevalla Symposium 2019
Conference Location L'Aquila
Start Date Jun 27, 2019
End Date Jun 29, 2019
Publication Date Dec 16, 2019
Deposit Date Jul 2, 2019
Publicly Available Date Mar 9, 2020
Book Title UDDEVALLA SYMPOSIUM 2019 Unlocking the Potential of Regions Through Entrepreneurship and Innovation Revised papers first presented at the 22nd Uddevalla Symposium, 27-29 June, 2019, L’Aquila, Italy
ISBN 9789188847409
Publisher URL https://symposium.hv.se/publications/proceedings/
Related Public URLs https://symposium.hv.se/
Additional Information Additional Information : If citing, please use the following: Trillo, C. (2019) “Urban Innovation Districts as Hotspots for Innovators” In Bernhard, I. (Ed.). Uddevalla Symposium 2019: Unlocking the Potential of Regions Through Entrepreneurship and Innovation Revised papers first presented at the 22nd Uddevalla Symposium, 27-29 June, 2019, L’Aquila, Italy, pp. 331-350.
Event Type : Conference
Projects : MAPS LED

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