The Handbook on Universities and Regional Development offers a comprehensive and up-to-date insight into how academic institutions spur their surroundings. The
Higher education institutions play a vital role in their surrounding communities. Besides providing a space for enhanced learning opportunities, universities ca
Universities are under increasing pressure to help promote socio-economic growth in their local communities. However until now, no systematic, critical attentio
In a knowledge-based economy, universities are vital institutions. This volume explores the roles that universities can play in peripheral regions, contributing