RSPP Paper Award 2024

Following the nomination of the 10 best papers by the Editors of 10 Special Issues/Topics published in 2023, the Jury composed by David Plane, Philip McCann, Bruce Newbold, Neil Reid and Tomaz Dentinho agreed that the winners of the 2024 RSPP paper award based on papers published in 2023 were:

X Gao, L Liu, D Ou, H Yuwu (2023), Using mobile phone data to probe the mobility‐ related well‐being of rural residents: A case study of Chengdu, China. Regional Science Policy Practice 2023 15 (9), 1893-1907. DOI: 10.1111/rsp3.12604

Focusing on Chengdu Region in China the paper uses mobile phone data to understand rural mobility and the social and orographic factors that influence it. The look into human mobility in remote rural areas, the innovative use of big data and the clear methodological approach allow robust new evidence on rural mobility and justify adequate policy advises.

AND

Ana Maria Bonomi Barufi, Eduardo Amaral Haddad, Peter Nijkamp (2023), Urban agglomeration, city size, and spatial density effects on wage flexibility: New evidence on the wage curve in Brazil. Regional Science Policy Practice 2023 15 (9) Pages 1998-2026. DOI: 10.1111/rsp3.12669

The paper estimates the relation between wages and unemployment considering spatial interaction. Results show the existence of diverse labor markets and concludes that policy makers should be aware of measures to protect formal jobs that, at local level, can increase the wage with informal workers. It is clearly a very good paper able to generate a new common sense on the functioning of labor markets when space is considered.

Congratulations to the prize winners on their achievement!

The committee (made up of Balazs Forman, Jozsef Karpati, Ilona Palne-Kovacs, Sarah Low, and Hee-Jung Jun) recommended the two papers the winners of the 2024 RSAI Young Researcher Award:

1st place: 

Kenneth Castillo-Hidalgo from Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona wins first prize with his paper titled “Mines, fields, or classrooms: Effects of primary activities agglomeration on local human capital accumulation.” This paper is about the role of human capital in mining and non-mining agglomerations in Chile. Using the Spatial Autocorrelation Model, with excellent sensitivity analyses, he finds that higher mining activity is associated with lower human capital in periods with high copper prices. Its contributions include the spatial and temporal differences in mining’s impacts on human capital and the need for tailored regional development strategies around growing human capital. The committee appreciated this paper’s relevance and regional nature.

2nd place:

Maria Kubara of University of Warsaw wins second prize with her paper titled, “Unravelling causal CBD impact on technological startup survival.” It uses novel machine learning techniques to examine non-linear relations between startups’ initial conditions and locational characteristics. She investigates the impact of Central Business District location on startup growth trajectories, finding that CBD’s influence is dependent upon the startup’s capital endowment, with more capitalized firms benefitting most from CBD location. However, the CBD location becomes less relevant as the startup grows in employment size. The committee appreciated the contribution of new methods to the regional science community.

Congratulations!

The RSAI Young Researchers Prize aims to showcase the research of young scholars in regional science through paper presentation and in-depth discussion organized at the Regional Science Association World Congress.

 Pedro Amaral from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil received the 2024 Peter Nijkamp RSAI Research Encouragement Award for an Mid-Career Scholar from a Developing Country.

The jury for the Peter Nijkamp Research Award 2024, composed of Eduardo Haddad (Chair), Denise Pumain, Tessa Conroy, and Randall Jackson, has carefully reviewed the nominations and research contributions of the applicants.

The committee provided the following text:

"This year, we received four applications, with three of them being highly competitive and closely contending for the award. After thorough consideration, we enthusiastically recommend Pedro Amaral as the recipient of this prestigious award for the following compelling reasons: (i) Pedro Amaral has demonstrated research excellence in the field of regional science, particularly in the areas of spatial analysis and spatial econometrics. Prof. Amaral’s consistent research record since receiving his Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge is commendable. He has consistently produced collaborative high-impact research that contributes significantly to the advancement of regional science and its applications. (ii) Pedro Amaral’s engagement in teaching spatial analysis and spatial econometrics further underscores his commitment to advancing the field. His mentorship of students and dedication to education have a lasting impact on the next generation of regional science scholars. Given Prof. Amaral’s track record of research and his ongoing contributions to regional science, we believe that he has the potential to continue making significant contributions to the field in the years to come. Recognizing his achievements with the Peter Nijkamp Research Award would not only honor his past accomplishments but also inspire future endeavors."

Congratulations!

The Award recognizes the outstanding potential of an mid-career researcher from a nation in the developing world and in which there is a formal Section of RSAI, and seeks to encourage the development of the early career scholar as a high quality researcher in the field of Regional Science and as a participant in the international Regional Science community.

Regional Science Policy & Practice (RSPP)

Call for Papers Special Issue: Cities Shaping Sustainable Food Systems

Guest editors

Eveline Van Leeuwen - Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Carina Castagna - Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Amsterdam institute for Advanced metropolitan Solutions (AMS Institute) is excited to announce a special issue in the Regional Science, Policy & Practice (RSPP) journal. RSPP will publish a selection of papers from AMS Institute Conference focusing on the crucial role of cities in leading the transition towards sustainable food systems.

Background:

Cities, as hubs of food networks and resources, are pivotal in leading the transition towards sustainable food systems. Urban food systems, shaped by economic, spatial, and cultural dynamics, offer unique opportunities for sustainability  transitions. This special issue aims to explore urban food challenges and the role of cities in sustainable local and global food systems.

Focus Areas:

• Social implications of food access, distribution, and consumption in cities
• Cultural influences shaping food practices and preferences in urban environments
• Economic dynamics influencing urban food systems
• The circular economy approach and its relevance to urban food sustainability
• Innovative strategies for mitigating food waste and enhancing byproduct utilization
• Promoting food justice and equity within urban communities

Submission Guidelines:

Authors are invited to submit original research articles and reviews, that contribute to the understanding of urban food systems and sustainability transitions. Manuscripts should adhere to the journal's formatting and submission guidelines.

Deadline:

The deadline for manuscript submissions is January 31, 2025

Manuscript submission information:

All submissions must be original and may not be under review elsewhere. All manuscripts will be submitted via the Regional Science Policy & Practice online submission system (https://www.editorialmanager.com/rspp/). Authors should indicate in the cover letter that the paper is submitted for consideration for publication in this special issue “Cities Shaping Sustainable Food Systems”, otherwise, your submission will be handled as a regular manuscript.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and engaging in insightful discussions on this pressing issue. https://reinventingthecity24.dryfta.com/index.php

The call for abstracts has been a great success!

Nevertheless, we are receiving several requests for extending the abstract submission. Therefore, we are happy to announce that the 2024 APDR Congress organizing committee has officially decided to extend the deadline to April 29!

Please submit your abstracts through the Submission System.

Abstracts are accepted in the following languages: Portuguese, English or Spanish. The papers can be presented in one of these three languages.

Stay tuned for further updates!

More information available at http://www.apdr.pt/congresso/2024.

Regards,

The Organizing Committee and the Board of APDR 31^st APDR Congress

Call for Papers

The APDR invites regional scientists, economists, sociologists, geographers, urban planners, policy makers, and researchers of related disciplines to participate in the 31^st APDR Congress with the theme "Regional Innovation Ecosystems and Sustainable Development" that will be held from 26th to 28th of June, 2024, at Polytechnic University of Leiria (School of Technology and Management), Leiria, Portugal.

In an era defined by dynamic global challenges, regional innovation ecosystems characterized by a strong collaboration between regional actors, both within and across regions, play a pivotal role in fostering sustainable development. As regions navigate the complex interplay between technological advancements, economic resilience, and environmental and digital transition, this congress provides a platform to discuss the diverse strategies employed across different regions to catalyze open and collaborative innovation, as a means to realize the full potential of the new opportunities available at the global level and to enhance societal well-being and sustainable development.

The call for papers are open and your participation is very welcome!

Special Sessions:

SS01 - Territorial intelligence, key to a sustainable future? New challenges and prospects for regional development and growth: data, methods and solutions
Simona Cafieri
SS02 - Public Policy, Neuroeconomics and Behavioral Economics
Michelle Moraes , Orlando Gomes (Chair), Paulo Fagandini, António Morgado and João Vasco Gama
SS03 - Traditional Products and Development of Regions of Origin
Maria Inês Faria (Chair), Fernando Nunes Teixeira, Thiago Meneghel Rodrigues and Cristina Keiko Yamaguchi
SS04 - Media, “News Deserts” and Sustainable Regional Development
Pedro Jerónimo (Chair), Giovanni Ramos, and Luísa Torre
SS05 - New Trends in Telework: Reshaping Work, Business, and Society
Paulo Morgado (Chair) and Eduarda Marques da Costa
SS06 - Advancing Sustainability in the Agri-Food Chain: Bridging Research and Practice
Ana Marta-Costa (Chair) and Maria Raquel Lucas
SS07 - Contribution of European Universities to Inter-Regional Development
Pedro Assunção (Chair) and Ileana Dufranc
SS08 - Ruralities and Regional Dynamics in the Legal Amazon: Interdisciplinary Approaches
Cleiton Silva Ferreira Milagres (Chair) and Renata Rauta Petarly

SS09 – Cooperation Academia – Public Policy Institutions

Luís Cruz

Regular Sessions:

RS01 – Regional Innovation and Entrepreneurship Ecosystems

RS02 – Territorial Sustainability Strategies

RS03 – Natural environment, resources and rural development

RS04 – Demographic Challenges, Migrations and Integration

RS05 – Education, Skills, Labour Markets and Regional Development

RS06 – Regions and Global Value Chains

RS07 – Energy transition and Regional Development

RS08 – Digital Transition and Smart Cities

RS09 – Social innovation, integration, poverty and exclusion

RS10 – Territorial Cohesion and asymmetries

RS11 – Governance, Leadership and Regional Development

RS12 – Regional resilience and crises

RS13 – Tourism, culture, sports and sustainable development

RS14 – Territorial Responsible Marketing

RS15 – Quantitative and qualitative methods in regional science

Deadline for Abstracts submissions: April 29, 2024 (NEW DATE). Authors should submit their abstracts through online submission system by following the link https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/APDR2024

All information at the congress website: http://www.apdr.pt/congresso/2024.

Looking forward to meeting you in Leiria, Portugal!

The Organizing Committee and the Board of APDR

31^st APDR Congress

XXIX INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE

REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND DEMOGRAPHIC FLOWS OF SOUTHEASTERN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

Niš, June 28^th, 2024

Regional development problems have been seizing the attention of the scientific and professional public worldwide for many decades. The world economy's modern conditions make these problems even more topical, and their forms are increasingly challenging for scientific research.

One of the few institutions from this part of Europe that has for decades been monitoring and pointing out the problems and multidimensionality of regional development is the Faculty of Economics of the University of Niš, which traditionally organizes conferences dedicated to precisely this issue.

The 29^th Regional Development and Demographic Flows of Southeastern European Countries conference will be held on June 28^th, 2024, at the Faculty of Economics of the University of Niš.

This prestigious event gathers many scientists and experts from the country and abroad. Moreover, the number of participants at this conference, from an ever-growing number of countries, is increasing yearly.

Considering your professional competence, we would be highly pleased if you could contribute to the successful work of the conference with your paper and active participation.

THEMATIC FIELDS

• Reinforcing sustainable regional development: various aspects
• Demographic flows and migrations under the new global circumstances
• Other aspects of regional development and demographic flows
• Project sessions

INSTRUCTIONS FOR WRITING PAPERS

1. The paper should have no more than three authors. The paper should be 6-10 pages in length and include text (Introduction, Main text, Conclusion), illustrations, tables, references and other.
2. The instructions for technical preparation and formatting of the paper are given as a separate document (Template).
3. Only the reviewed papers will be published in the thematic proceedings. Papers not done according to the attached manual or not delivered to the specified deadline will not be printed in the thematic proceedings.
4. The papers prepared in accordance with the instructions and with all the necessary elements should be sent to the address This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
5. Deadline for submission of papers is 07 May 2024.

PROGRAMME COMMITTEE

1. Dr Vladislav Marjanović, Faculty of Economics Niš, president
2. Dr Tadija Đukić, dean, Faculty of Economics Niš
3. Dr Aleksandra Anđelković, Faculty of Economics Niš
4. Dr Nataša Golubović, Faculty of Economics Niš
5. Dr Gorica Boššković, Faculty of Economics Niš
6. Dr Ognjen Radović, Faculty of Economics Niš
7. Dr Petar Veselinović, Faculty of Economics Kragujevac
8. Dr Danica Šantić, Geografski fakultet, Beograd
9. Dr Edvard Jakopin, University „Union – Nikola Tesla“ Belgrade
10. Dr Aura Reggiani, University of Bologna, Italy
11. Dr John Östh, Oslo Metropolitan University, Norway
12. Dr Claudia Hedwig Yamu, Oslo Metropolitan University, Norway
13. Dr Peter Nijkamp, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands
14. Dr Karima Kourtit, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands
15. Dr Alessandro Lue, Poliedra, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
16. Dr Marijana Božinova, rector, D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics, Svishtov, Bulgaria
17. Dr Mijat Jocović, dean, Faculty of Economics Podgorica, Montenegro
18. Dr Marko Đogo, dean, Faculty of Economics East Sarajevo, Republic of Srpska
19. Dr Milenko Krajišnik, dean, Faculty of Economics Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska
20. Dr Vitomir Starčević, vice-dean, Faculty of Business Economics, Bijeljina, Republic of Srpska
21. Dr Sergej Gričar, dean, Faculty of Business and management, Novo Mesto, Slovenia
22. Dr Božidar Velјković, Alma Mater Europea Univerzitet Maribor, Slovenija
23. Dr Anton Vorina, Celje School of Economics, Vocational college, Slovenia
24. Dr Predrag Trpeski, dean, Faculty of Economics Skopje, North Macedonia

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

1. Dr Dragana Radenković Jocić, vice-dean, Faculty of Economics Niš, president
2. Dr Ivan Marković, vice-dean, Faculty of Economics Niš
3. Dr Bilјana Đorđević, vice-dean, Faculty of Economics Niš
4. Dr Snežana Radukić, Faculty of Economics Niš
5. Dr Maja Ivanović Đukić, Faculty of Economics Niš
6. Dr Ivana Kostadinović, Faculty of Economics Niš
7. Ivana Marjanović, Faculty of Economics Niš
8. Ivana Ranđelović, Faculty of Economics Niš
9. Marina Stanojević, Faculty of Economics Niš
10. Aleksandar Manasijević, PhD student

PARTICIPATION FEE

The fee for printing the paper is 60 euros in dinar counter value on the day of payment. Registration fee for the second author is 40 euros in dinar counter value on the day of  payment. The fee for doctoral students is 30 euros in RSD equivalent on the day of payment. The amount of the fee is VAT included.

The participation fee should be transferred to the account of the Faculty of Economics (account number: 840-1683666-17) after you have been informed about the acceptance of your paper. The participation fee can be paid on the day of the Conference.

The participation fee covers the conference proceedings, conference material, refreshments and lunch after the Conference.

The participation fee payment and two positive reviews are prerequisites for the publication of the papers.    

OFFICIAL LANGUAGES

    The official languages are languages of the former Yugoslav republics and English.

CONTACT:

http://www.eknfak.ni.ac.rs/src/Naucni-skupovi.php/

The Centre for European Studies within Faculty of Law from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi organizes the 13th EURINT edition, 24-25 May, 2024.

The 2024 edition of EURINT Conference Series [Debating Europe: new approaches, action tools and integration scenarios] on three challenging topics for the forward-thinking on Europe from this perspective:
1. Technologic revolution, institutional transformation and sustainable development challenges
2. Resilience and the EU’s neighbourhood countries. Crisis and adaptations
3. EU and Europe: Governance models and policies in alternative scenarios of enlargement and geopolitical dynamics

EURINT will be organised as a hybrid event.

The deadline for online registration and submission of extended abstracts is 21 April.
The presented papers will be published either in CES Working Papers, EURINT or in the Conference Proceedings (indexed in numerous international databases).

More information about the conference could be found on the website: https://eurint.uaic.ro/index.htm
and on Facebook page: fb.me/eurint/.

National and International Call for 3 Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Political Economy, Public Policies, Political Science, and Related Areas

The FAPESP Project (2021/11959-3), 'CITIES: Center for Innovation in Urban Public Policy' (FGV Cities), opens calls for applications for (3) postdoctoral scholarships to work within the scope of the CITIES project, according to the following themes:

1. Integration of transportation modes and the future of mobility: Effects of distance, price, discount, and mode distribution on commuting choice.
2. The Political Economy of Mobility: Causes and Consequences for Brazil
3. Impact Evaluation of Urban Policies

Interested candidates can apply for the fellowship by sending an email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

- specifying in the subject: Postdoctoral Fellowship (title of the fellowship) and sending

a preliminary work proposal of no more 6 pages; a letter of recommendation and Lattes and/or Vitae Curriculum.

The selection process will take place in two stages: Eliminatory and Classificatory.

The positions are open to Brazilians and foreigners. Selected candidates will receive a FAPESP Postdoctoral Scholarship in the amount of R$ 9,047.40 per month and a Technical Reserve equivalent to 10% of the annual scholarship value to cover unforeseen expenses directly related to the research activity.

For more information, please read the full notice: https://fgvcidades.fgv.br/noticia/fgv-cidades-abre-selecao-para-tres-bolsistas-de-pos-doutorado