Analysis of a city-region from the knowledge perspective: Tampere, Finland

Tan Yigitcanlar; Antti Lönnqvist; Henna Salonius

doi:10.1108/VINE-09-2013-0056

Analysis of a city-region from the knowledge perspective: Tampere, Finland

Tan Yigitcanlar, Antti Lönnqvist, Henna Salonius

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Abstract

Purpose - The paper aims to evaluate the knowledge-based urban development (KBUD) dynamics of a rapidly emerging knowledge city-region, Tampere region, Finland. Design/methodology/approach - The paper empirically investigates Tampere region's development achievements and progress from the knowledge perspective. Findings - The research, through qualitative and quantitative analyses, reveals the regional development strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of Tampere region. Originality/value - The paper provides useful suggestions based on the lessons learned from the Tampere case investigation that could shed light on the KBUD journey of city-regions.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	445-466
Number of pages	22
Journal	VINE
Volume	44
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1108/VINE-09-2013-0056
Publication status	Published - 5 Aug 2014
Publication type	A1 Journal article-refereed

Keywords

City-region
Finland
Knowledge-based urban development
Regional development
Tampere

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Computer Science Applications
Library and Information Sciences

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