Silke Zöllner

Silke Zöllner is a Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Business (HSLU), part of the Institute of Business and Regional Economics (IBR), specializing in Regional Economy. She holds a Master of Science in Business Administration (HTW Chur) and a Bachelor of Science in Human Geography (University of Dalarna, Sweden). Her research focuses on regional economic development, data analysis methodologies, knowledge economy dynamics, and industrial policy. Notable projects include studies on 3D printing adoption in Switzerland, manufacturing sector trends, circular economy transitions, and energy-efficient building retrofitting strategies.

Her work integrates quantitative methods with spatial analysis, addressing topics such as innovation networks, municipal building consultancy systems, and policy evaluation. She has contributed to collaborative projects like the European Manufacturing Survey and the UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch advisory program. Key publications include works on regional economic networks, servitization in manufacturing, and data literacy for designers.