Research Activities and their Relation to Economic Performance of Regions in the European Union

Abstract

Background: The intensity of innovation could often be crucial for further economic development of the regions. Science and technology are often seen as the key factor supporting innovation in the regions. Furthermore, we can assume that higher intensity of research activities could lead to better economic performance.

Keywords

• science and technology
• regional development
• university education
• innovation
• economic development
• i23
• r59