Christoph Hanisch

Christoph Hanisch serves as a Lecturer at Lucerne School of Business within the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). His primary affiliation is with the Institute of Business and Regional Economics (IBR), focusing on regional economic analysis, innovation strategies, and applied statistics. He holds a MSc in Geography from the University of Zurich and advanced studies in Applied Statistics from ETH Zurich, complemented by spatial planning qualifications.

His career spans over 24 years at HSLU, where he has contributed to numerous research projects addressing topics like 3D printing adoption, regional innovation ecosystems, and sustainable urban development. Notable projects include the INNOwood forestry innovation study and evaluations of 2000-Watt-area sustainability initiatives.

Research interests emphasize regional economic dynamics, innovation management, and policy evaluation. Over 50 publications showcase work on Swiss manufacturing trends, digital transformation in industry, and music education economics. Key themes include analyzing offshoring/onshoring patterns, corporate innovation strategies, and spatial policy impacts.

He has led studies on healthcare economic contributions (e.g., Uri cantonal hospital analysis) and energy efficiency in real estate. His work often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy applications, contributing to regional development strategies across Switzerland.