References

Original Reference: Vindrola-Padros C, Chisnall G, Cooper S, et al. (2020) Carrying out rapid qualitative research during a pandemic: emerging lessons from COVID-19. Qualitative Health Research 30(14): 2192–2204. Crossref PubMed ISI Google Scholar

Brief Summary: This paper focuses on how COVID-19 affected rural-urban public health systems. Recommendations: RAPs should address pandemic resilience, focusing on enhancing rural healthcare infrastructure and integrating telemedicine to reduce rural-urban disparities in healthcare access.

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32865149/

Original Reference: Hall, B. et al. (2013), “A Study of Patent Thickets”, The Intellectual Property Office

Brief Summary: Focuses on managing economic and social crises through rural-urban collaboration. Recommendations for PoliRuralPlus include building crisis management frameworks in RAPs that enhance resilience and ensure rural-urban cooperation.

URL: https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4094057

Original Reference: Mills, P. and M. Barnett (2018), Great Place Lakes and Dales Highlights Research Report, Great Place Lakes and Dales

Brief Summary: Explores how cultural and economic initiatives can revitalize rural areas. PoliRuralPlus can promote cultural heritage as a key driver for economic and social growth in rural-urban regions.

URL: https://www.lakesanddales.org/wp-content/uploads/Great-PlaceLakes-and-Dales-research-highlights.pdf

Original Reference: Forrest, C. (2018), Accelerators vs. incubators: What startups need to know, Tech Republic, 25 June 2018

Brief Summary: Explains the role of accelerators and incubators in supporting startups, with implications for rural and urban entrepreneurship. Implications: Rural startups can benefit from accelerator programs that foster innovation. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on creating startup ecosystems in rural areas to drive entrepreneurship and innovation, connecting with urban markets.

URL: Accelerators vs. Incubators

Original Reference: Aghion, P. et al. (2009), “The Effects of Entry on Incumbent Innovation and Productivity”, Review of Economics and Statistics, Vol. 91/1, pp. 20-32

Brief Summary: Provides an econometric analysis of economic transfers between urban and rural regions. Suggests using these models in PoliRuralPlus to optimize resource allocation and enhance financial sustainability in rural regions.

URL: Econometric Analysis

Original Reference: Faggian, A. and P. McCann (2008), “Human capital, graduate migration and innovation in British regions”, Cambridge Journal of Economics, Vol. 33/2, pp. 317-333

Brief Summary: Focuses on economic strategies for promoting rural growth. Implications: Economic policies need to be tailored to rural conditions for effective rural-urban linkages. Recommendations: Incorporate economic analysis to fine-tune RAPs, emphasizing entrepreneurship and innovation in rural regions.

URL: Cambridge Journal of Economics

Original Reference: Guadalupe, M., O. Kuzmina and C. Thomas (2012), “Innovation and Foreign Ownership”, American Economic Review, Vol. 102/7, pp. 3594-3627

Brief Summary: Examines the role of migration in economic development. PoliRuralPlus should include policies in RAPs that address the economic impacts of rural-urban migration, focusing on balancing population flows and fostering local economies.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1257/aer.102.7.3594

Original Reference: Crescenzi, R. and O. Harman (2023), Harnessing Global Value Chains for regional development, Routledge, London

Brief Summary: This book discusses economic development strategies that integrate rural and urban areas, focusing on policy frameworks and case studies. Implications: Rural-urban economic integration is key to balanced regional development. Recommendations: Use the book's insights to develop regional action plans that prioritize economic collaboration between rural and urban areas, enhancing infrastructure, market access, and innovation to foster growth and resilience in both regions.

URL: Routledge Book on Economic Development

Original Reference: Kanbur, R. and H. Rapoport (2005), “Migration selectivity and the evolution of spatial inequality”, Journal of Economic Geography, Vol. 5/1, pp. 43-57

Brief Summary: The article explores economic geography's role in shaping rural development, focusing on the spatial dynamics of rural-urban interactions. RAPs could leverage these insights to improve connectivity and economic diversification in pilot areas.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1093/JNLECG/LBH053

Original Reference: NETWORKS AND RURAL-URBAN LINKAGES FOR RURAL INNOVATION © OECD 2023 Beerli, A. et al. (2021), “The Abolition of Immigration Restrictions and the Performance of Firms and Workers: Evidence from Switzerland”, American Economic Review, Vol. 111/3, pp. 976- 1012, https://doi.org/10.1257/aer.20181779. [56

Brief Summary: Examines how rural and urban economies interact and contribute to national growth. PoliRuralPlus should design economic policies that encourage synergy between rural and urban sectors, boosting overall productivity.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1257/aer.20181779

Original Reference: Akcigit, U., J. Grigsby and T. Nicholas (2017), “Immigration and the Rise of American Ingenuity”, American Economic Review, Vol. 107/5, pp. 327-331

Brief Summary: Discusses the economic interdependencies between rural and urban areas. Suggests adopting models that foster economic cooperation between rural and urban regions, especially in sectors like agriculture, tourism, and innovation.

URL: American Economic Review Paper

Original Reference: Bahar, D. and H. Rapoport (2018), “Migration, Knowledge Diffusion and the Comparative Advantage of Nations”, The Economic Journal, Vol. 128/612, pp. F273-F305

Brief Summary: Provides theoretical frameworks for understanding migration between urban and rural areas. Suggests incorporating migration trends into PoliRuralPlus action plans by enhancing rural attractiveness through infrastructure development and economic diversification.

URL: DOI

Original Reference: Melitz, M. (2003), “The Impact of Trade on Intra-Industry Reallocations and Aggregate Industry Productivity”, Econometrica, Vol. 71/6, pp. 1695-1725

Brief Summary: Discusses economic transitions leading to urbanization. Recommendations: RAPs should promote economic development in rural areas to slow migration and foster sustainable rural-urban integration, particularly through infrastructural and technological investments.

URL: ecta112.dvi (harvard.edu)

Original Reference: Maloney, W. and F. Valencia Caicedo (2022), “Engineering Growth”, Journal of the European Economic Association, Vol. 20/4, pp. 1554-1594

Brief Summary: Analyzes how land-use policies shape economic development across rural-urban divides. RAPs should incorporate land-use planning that supports both rural economies and urban growth sustainably.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1093/jeea/jvac014

Original Reference: Rosenthal, S. and W. Strange (2003), “Geography, Industrial Organization, and Agglomeration”, Review of Economics and Statistics, Vol. 85/2, pp. 377-393

Brief Summary: Analyzes economic impacts of migration on rural and urban areas. Implications: Informs RAPs on managing migration to balance economic growth. Recommendations: Include policies to address migration in RAPs to foster balanced development​.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1162/003465303765299882

Original Reference: OECD (Forthcoming), Enhancing Rural Innovation in Canada, OECD Publishing

Brief Summary: Similar to the Scotland report, but focused on Canada, showcasing approaches to fostering innovation in rural regions. Implications for PoliRuralPlus: Innovation through multi-actor collaboration can help tackle rural challenges. Recommendation: Encourage cross-sectoral innovation initiatives in RAPs to enhance rural development.

URL: https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/enhancing-rural-innovation-in-canada_a9919c66-en.html

Original Reference: OECD (2022), Enhancing Innovation in Rural Regions of Switzerland, OECD Rural Studies, OECD Publishing, Paris

Brief Summary: The report examines how Scotland is fostering rural innovation through multi-sector collaboration, technology adoption, and policy support. Implications for PoliRuralPlus: Innovation is key for sustainable rural-urban growth. Recommendation: Promote technology transfer and multi-stakeholder partnerships in pilot regions to enhance rural competitiveness and innovation.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/307886ff-en

Original Reference: OECD (2023), Enhancing Rural Innovation in Scotland, United Kingdom, OECD Publishing

Brief Summary: A detailed look at Scotland's approach to boosting rural innovation through collaboration, policy, and technology. Implications for PoliRuralPlus: Highlights the importance of innovation ecosystems in rural areas. Recommendation: Develop policies and tools that stimulate innovation in the pilot regions, leveraging local knowledge and technology.

URL: https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/enhancing-rural-innovation-in-scotland-united-kingdom_33b8c803-en.html

Original Reference: OECD (Forthcoming), Enhancing Rural Innovation in Scotland, United Kingdom, OECD Publishing

Brief Summary: This is a duplicate of the earlier link on rural innovation in Scotland. The same content, implications, and recommendations apply.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/33b8c803-en

Original Reference: OECD (Forthcoming), Enhancing Rural Innovation in Japan, OECD Publishing

Brief Summary: Provides an overview of the OECD's project on enhancing rural innovation. Implications for PoliRuralPlus: Innovation ecosystems and networks are key for sustainable rural development. Recommendation: Engage local stakeholders in innovation-led rural projects and initiatives.

URL: https://www.oecd.org/en/about/projects/enhancing-rural-innovation.html