معرفی
Markus Grillitsch is Professor in the Department of Human Geography at Lund University and Director of CIRCLE (Centre for Innovation, Research and Competence in the Learning Economy). His work spans EU member states, transition economies, and developing countries with focus on spatial transformation processes.
His research interests include:
- Economic Geography and Innovation Studies
- Regional Development and Knowledge Institutions
- Place-Based Leadership and Institutional Entrepreneurship
- Network Analysis and Policy Implementation
Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on energy justice transitions, innovation policy limitations, and multi-scale inequality analysis. His work connects theoretical frameworks with empirical studies of regional diversification and agency-structure dynamics. Key recurring themes include sustainable development pathways, capabilities approaches, and institutional transformation processes across diverse geographical contexts.
Current research projects include:
- Multi-level learning journeys for green and just regional transformations (Vinnova-funded)
- Economic resilience through Swedish hidden champions study
- Circular value chains and policy dynamics research
- Klimatneutrala städer 2030 urban climate initiative
Grillitsch's work actively contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through research on economic growth, reduced inequalities, sustainable cities, and climate action. His fingerprint analysis shows strongest connections to Innovation (100%), Knowledge (93%), and Regional Development (66%) research domains.
