Jan VAN DER BORG

Jan VAN DER BORG is an Associate Professor at the Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with both the Department of Economics and the Interdepartmental School of Economics, Languages and Entrepreneurship. His research focuses on regional economics, tourism sustainability, cultural heritage management, and urban development. He contributes to initiatives like the Research Institute for Digital and Cultural Heritage.

Research Interests: Dr. Van der Borg explores the intersections of tourism economics, regional development, and cultural policy. Key areas include sustainable tourism strategies, urban tourism management, creative industries, and the socio-economic impacts of tourism. His work often addresses challenges in destinations like Venice, emphasizing carrying capacity and policy design.

Teaching: He teaches courses in tourism economics, including Economy and Policy of Tourism and Advanced Tourism Economics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His pedagogical focus integrates theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies.

Grants & Projects: He has led or collaborated on projects such as ATTREG (Attractiveness of European Regions), Adrifort, and LEAN CC (Climate Change Networks), funded by the EU and regional bodies. These projects address tourism sustainability, urban regeneration, and cross-border collaboration.

Labs/Teams: Engaged with the Research Institute for Digital and Cultural Heritage, focusing on digital tools for cultural preservation and tourism analytics.