The Legacy of Loet Leydesdorff to the Triple Helix as a Theory of Innovation and Economic Development

This paper is an in-memoriam homage to the eminent scholar Loet Leydesdorff written by some of his closest research partners, Triple Helix Journal's editors and Triple Helix Association’s representative. It revisits Loet Leydesdorff's main legacies, concerning those considered fundamental for comprehending the present challenges and opportunities posed by various kinds of innovation in our society. Particularly, it attempts to recuperate some of his seminal contributions, such as the triple helix model, the complex and dynamic relations of actors in innovation systems, measurement of Triple Helix synergies. Additionally, we highlight that beyond being a prolific writer and brilliant scholar, Loet was a humble person and a vital element of the community created around Triple Helix ideas