Max Jakobsson

Max Jakobsson is a Senior Lecturer at Örebro University's School of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, specializing in human geography with a focus on industrial heritage and regional transformation in Sweden's Bergslagen region.

• Education: Doctoral dissertation on symbolic and material transformation in Bergslagen (2009, Örebro University)

His research examines the transition from heavy industry to experience-based economies, analyzing cultural industries' role in shaping place identity and driving regional development. Key projects include the Knowledge Bank Bergslagen initiative.

Publications highlight interdisciplinary themes spanning cultural geography, historical preservation, and socio-economic dynamics in post-industrial landscapes. Jakobsson's work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications for regional revitalization.