Michael Keller

Michael Keller is an Adjunct Professor at the Fribourg School of Engineering and Architecture within HES-SO (University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland). His work focuses on transnational innovation strategies and sustainable economic development in the Alpine Space. As co-applicant and collaborator on multiple Interreg projects, he drives cross-regional cooperation in areas like bio-based materials, smart specialization strategies (S3), and cluster development.

• Institution: Fribourg School of Engineering and Architecture, HES-SO
• Contact: michael.keller@hefr.ch | +41 26 429 67 39

Keller’s research bridges policy design with practical implementation, emphasizing mission-oriented RDI and transformative activities. He develops tools like the Value Chain Generator (VCG) to map bio-based innovation networks and has contributed to EU Alpine Space projects addressing circular bioeconomy and cross-border value chain integration.

His recent publications highlight trends in forest bioeconomy (2020), bio-based value chains (2021), and smart specialization governance (2020). Notable projects include AlpLinkBioEco (2018–2021) and ARDIA-Net (2019–2022), both fostering cross-regional bioeconomy strategies.

Collaborations span academia (University of Tuscia, EPFL), industry (BIO-PRO Stuttgart, BayFOR Munich), and policy bodies like EUSALP. His work aligns with EU macro-regional strategies, aiming to create sustainable, data-driven policy frameworks for innovation.