New Practices in Regional Innovation Policy – towards Regionally Adapted Strategies

The Regional Innovation Monitor is a European Commission funded initiative led by technopolis group Belgium, Fraunhofer ISI and Maastricht University (UNU-MERIT) that aims at providing a reference framework for the development of more effective and efficient regional innovation strategies that should contribute to the overall efforts of increasing the competitiveness of EU regions. By organising this event, the consortium aims to convey new perspectives, raise new questions, and advance new ideas for the development of more successful regional innovation policies. In three thematic sections addressing the topics of "smart specialisation", "demand side oriented policies", and "the role of universities in regional development", participants will be presented with findings from the Regional Innovation Monitor Project as well as insights from policy practice and in the following be invited to participate actively in an exchange of opinions.