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Brief Summary: Discusses sustainable rural-urban systems and how innovation can drive sustainability. Recommendations: RAPs should include policies that promote sustainability, such as renewable energy and smart land-use practices that connect rural and urban areas in mutual cooperation.

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/14/11/6439

Original Reference: Fornahl, D. and T. Brenner (2009), “Geographic concentration of innovative activities in Germany”, Structural Change and Economic Dynamics, Vol. 20/3, pp. 163-182

Brief Summary: Examines sustainable economic models for rural regions, focusing on resource efficiency and market integration. Implications: Economic sustainability is vital for rural resilience and connectivity. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate sustainable economic practices that enhance rural markets and their links to urban economies.

URL: DOI: 10.1016/j.strueco.2009.05.001

Original Reference: Ylinenpää, H. (2001), Science Parks, Clusters and Regional Development, Luleå University of Technology (Sweden), Department of Business Administration and Social Sciences, Division of Industrial Organization & Small Business Academy

Brief Summary: This paper explores frameworks for sustainable rural-urban development, focusing on economic and social integration. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate sustainable development goals, emphasize community engagement, and promote economic interdependencies between rural and urban areas.

URL: http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.468.3210&rep=rep1&type=pdf

Original Reference: OECD (2021), Teleworking in the COVID-19 pandemic: Trends and prospects

Brief Summary: Discusses the rise of teleworking during the pandemic and its potential as a permanent work model. Implications: PoliRuralPlus can explore how teleworking might attract new residents to rural areas and stimulate local economies. Recommendations: Enhance digital infrastructure in rural areas to support teleworking and remote business opportunities.

URL: https://www.oecd.org/coronavirus/policy-responses/teleworking-in-the-covid-19-pandemic-trends-and-prospects-72a416b6/

Original Reference: Engel, C. (2010), “The impact of Erasmus mobility on the professional career: Empirical results of international studies on temporary student and teaching staff mobility”, Belgeo 4, pp. 351-363

Brief Summary: This paper discusses spatial planning and territorial development strategies in Europe. RAPs should adopt spatial planning frameworks that support balanced growth and development across rural and urban regions. PoliRuralPlus pilots can benefit from integrated territorial planning to optimize rural-urban development and reduce regional inequalities.

URL: https://doi.org/10.4000/belgeo.6399

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Brief Summary: Discusses challenges in implementing regional policies, particularly in fragmented governance structures. PoliRuralPlus should focus on improving policy coordination and governance to ensure successful implementation of RAPs.

URL: https://www.sup.org/books/precart/?id=29770

Original Reference: OECD (2022), The Contribution of Migration to Regional Development, OECD

Brief Summary: The report analyzes how migration can contribute to regional development, particularly in revitalizing rural areas. Implications for PoliRuralPlus: Migration could play a key role in rural rejuvenation and development. Recommendation: Integrate policies that support migrant integration into RAPs, considering their potential to boost local economies and fill labor shortages.

URL: https://www.oecd.org/content/dam/oecd/en/publications/reports/2022/03/the-contribution-of-migration-to-regional-development_7be08c13/57046df4-en.pdf

Original Reference: Heuermann, D. and J. Schmieder (2018), The Effect of Infrastructure on Worker Mobility: Evidence from High-Speed Rail Expansion in Germany, National Bureau of Economic Research, Cambridge, MA

Brief Summary: This paper discusses technological change, automation, and its effect on the future of work. It highlights the need for new skills in rural and urban regions alike to remain competitive. Recommendations: Incorporate future skills training in rural-urban action plans to address the impact of automation, particularly in agriculture and related sectors.

URL: https://doi.org/10.3386/w24507

Original Reference: Moser, P., A. Voena and F. Waldinger (2014), “German Jewish Émigrés and US Invention”, American Economic Review, Vol. 104/10, pp. 3222-55

Brief Summary: Explores how local infrastructure impacts regional economic growth. PoliRuralPlus should focus on improving rural infrastructure to enhance economic resilience and connectivity with urban regions.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1257/AER.104.10.3222

Original Reference: Christiaanse S, Haartsen T (2017) The influence of symbolic and emotional meanings of rural facilities on reactions to closure: the case of the village supermarket. Journal of Rural Studies 54: 326–336. Crossref Google Scholar

Brief Summary: The paper explores how symbolic and emotional attachments to rural areas influence community engagement and rural development. Implications: Cultural and emotional ties to rural places play a critical role in fostering rural-urban partnerships. Recommendations: Incorporate cultural identity and community engagement into regional action plans by preserving rural cultural heritage and strengthening rural-urban connections through cultural exchange programs and community-driven initiatives.

URL: Symbolic Meanings of Rural Places

Original Reference: OECD (2006) The new rural paradigm. OECD Rural Policy Reviews. Available at: https://read.oecd-ilibrary.org/governance/the-new-rural-paradigm_9789264023918-en (accessed 27 September 2021). Google Scholar

Brief Summary: This document discusses a shift in rural policy frameworks from sectoral approaches to more integrated, place-based ones. It emphasizes the need for rural areas to build on their unique strengths and engage with both local and global economies. PoliRuralPlus can leverage this by promoting place-based strategies that foster innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and sustainable rural-urban linkages.

URL: https://read.oecd-ilibrary.org/governance/the-new-rural-paradigm_9789264023918-en

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Brief Summary: Analyzes the importance of social capital in fostering urban-rural cooperation, particularly in the context of environmental sustainability. Implications: Strong social networks are key to successful urban-rural integration. Recommendations: RAPs should encourage initiatives that build social capital, fostering trust and collaboration between urban and rural stakeholders​.

URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5800291/

Original Reference: Carrincazeaux, C., Y. Lung and A. Rallet (2001), “Proximity and localisation of corporate R&D activities”, Research Policy, Vol. 30/5, pp. 777-789

Brief Summary: This paper explores the role of social networks in industrial innovation, with an emphasis on knowledge-sharing and collaboration across regions. Implications: Social networks are key to fostering innovation in rural areas, especially when connecting rural and urban stakeholders. Recommendations: Build strong networks between rural businesses, urban centers, and research institutions to promote innovation, improve competitiveness, and drive rural economic growth.

URL: Social Networks of Industrial Research

Original Reference: Skerratt S, Hall C (2011) Community ownership of physical assets: challenges, complexities and implications. Local Economy: The Journal of the Local Economy Policy Unit 26(3): 170–181. Crossref Google Scholar

Brief Summary: This article explores the transition of rural economies, focusing on structural changes and urban linkages. Implications: Understanding economic transitions helps inform policy to ensure balanced development. Recommendations: RAPs should foster economic diversification in rural areas while strengthening ties with urban markets.

URL: https://ideas.repec.org/a/sae/loceco/v26y2011i3p170-181.html

Original Reference: Pyrko I, Dörfler V, Eden C (2017) Thinking together: what makes communities of practice work? Human Relations 70(4): 389–409. Crossref PubMed ISI Google Scholar

Brief Summary: Explores how communities of practice can foster collaboration and shared learning. Recommendations: RAPs should encourage the development of rural-urban "communities of practice" to enhance knowledge sharing and co-creation across regions.

URL: https://pureportal.strath.ac.uk/en/publications/thinking-together-what-makes-communities-of-practice-work

Original Reference: Stickdorn M, Schneider J (2019) This Is Service Design Thinking. Amsterdam, Netherlands: BIS Publishers. Google Scholar

Brief Summary: Discusses methods for service design thinking that can be applied to rural-urban development. Implications: Service design thinking can help tailor public services to better serve both rural and urban populations. Recommendations: RAPs should adopt service design thinking approaches to improve the delivery of public services in rural areas.

URL: https://scholar.google.com/scholar_lookup?title=This+Is+Service+Design+Thinking&author=M+Stickdorn&author=J+Schneider&publication_year=2019

Original Reference: Unlocking rural innovation

Brief Summary: Examines gender equality and upward convergence across the EU. For PoliRuralPlus, policies that promote gender equality in rural areas can improve social cohesion, foster inclusive development, and ensure equitable resource distribution in rural-urban linkages.

URL: https://www.eurofound.europa.eu/en/publications/2021/upward-convergence-gender-equality-how-close-union-equality

Original Reference: Barca, F., P. McCann and A. Rodríguez-Pose (2012), “THE CASE FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT INTERVENTION: PLACE-BASED VERSUS PLACE-NEUTRAL APPROACHES*”, Journal of Regional Science, Vol. 52/1, pp. 134-152

Brief Summary: Analyses urbanisation trends and migration from rural to urban areas. Recommendation: Integrate rural retention strategies into PoliRuralPlus by enhancing rural living conditions, employment opportunities, and infrastructure to prevent excessive migration to cities and support sustainable rural growth.

URL: DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-9787.2011.00756.x

Original Reference: Lundmark L. & Pettersson Ö. (2012), The Relevance of Cluster Initiatives in Rural Areas: Regional Policy in Sweden, Urbani izziv, Volume 23, Supplement 1, July 2012 (special issue)

Brief Summary: Analyzes global urbanization trends and their implications for regional policy. PoliRuralPlus should address the pressures of urban expansion on rural areas by promoting balanced development strategies.

URL: https://doi.org/10.5379/urbani-izziv-en-2012-23-supplement-1-004

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Brief Summary: This paper explores the rural-urban divide and its implications for regional policy. PoliRuralPlus should use insights to address rural-urban imbalances in policy-making and ensure cohesive development across regions.

URL: https://ui.adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/2006Area...38...89G/abstract