the Second EU Cohesion Policy Conference organised by the RSA and DG Regio, together with the Latvian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, aims to take stock of the challenges and opportunities for Cohesion policy in 2014-20. Papers are invited on the following questions and themes...

Topics: 1) Regional and urban policy transfer between the EU and third countries 2) Intra-EU policy transfer and cross-national learning 3) International perspectives and comparisons: exploring the success factors in cross-national learning in regional and urban policies

CONGRESS THEME "From control to co-evolution" For many years deeply embedded notions of planning as the rational technocratic control of urban development have been confronted by the reality of complex social-spatial systems. Many questions have been raised about whether it is still possible to...

The aim of the PhD workshop is to create a supportive and intensive event over four days, which will provide opportunities to share experiences and give constructive feedback to each PhD candidate from both tutors and other candidates. Six senior mentors will act as facilitators to guide...

Papers that consider these issues in relation to the development of smart, sustainable and inclusive places (the three dimensions of the Europe 2020 Strategy) are particularly encouraged. Gateway Themes A. Climate change, energy and sustainability B. Migration, housing and labour markets C....

The special theme for the conference will be “Innovate through Design”. Themes and areas: A. Organizing for product development B. Knowledge and IT resources in PD C. Product development strategy and performance D. Leadership and creativity in PD E. Creativity and Design Management and...