This paper assesses convergence in output per head across regions in the European Community (EC), for the period 1975 … strong differences in the pattern of convergence across sub-periods and across subsets of regions. If Southern Europe seemed …<196>90. We use three alternative methodologies to measure convergence, which yield consistent results. We observe that there are …

within regions. Using multiplicative interaction models and regionally aggregated microeconomic data for more than 100 …

- with the only exception of France and Spain - some regions enjoy full employment, while others have a very high …

United States. It analyses to what extent regional employment dynamics are common to all regions in Europe and to all states … in the United States. It finds that a higher proportion of movements in employment growth is common to all US states than … to all EEC regions. Next, the paper studies the adjustment mechanisms that a typical region specific shock triggers. It …

This paper delves into the factors which determine the attractiveness of regions in Europe for migrants. Contrary to … analyzing net migration data for 133 European regions between 1990 and 2006. Our results show that, in addition to economic …

This paper analyses the geography of innovation in China and India. Using a tailor-made panel database for regions in … between the provinces and states within both countries are quite different. In China, the concentration of innovation is … and technology. Indian innovation hubs also generate positive knowledge spillovers to other regions. …

Innovation is a crucial driver of urban and regional economic success. Innovative cities and regions tend to grow … population surveys for European regions and US Cities, the paper finds, after controlling for other potential factors, good … evidence of a link between innovation and inequality in European regions, but only limited evidence of such a relationship in …

In this paper we investigate the impact of local quality of government on the attractiveness of European regions to … migrants. The analysis is based on panel data estimations of 254 regions for the period between 1995 and 2009. Different … effectiveness, on the ability of European regions to attract future residents. …