On 27 March, the European Commission will publish the 2022 edition of the EU Regional Competitiveness Index. The event will be hosted by Committee of the Regions. The EU Regional Competitiveness Index is a composite indicator aiming at measuring the ability of a region to offer an attractive environment for firms and residents to live […]
Academic publishing is an essential part of being an academic but with over 2.5 million articles published annually in around 27,000 peer-reviewed journals how do you make sure your paper will succeed, be published and read? We have bundled ten short ‘how to’ best practice training sessions from the RSA Professional Development Webinar Series, presented by […]
On this 8th March 2023, we are delighted to be celebrating the women in regional studies and regional science on #InternationalWomensDay We are also excited that during our Annual Conference #RSA23 in June, we will also be celebrating the 5th successful year of the Regional Studies Women’s Network with the 4th Networking Workshop for Early […]
Professor Phil Tomlinson of the School of Management has been conferred the award of Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, a prestigious body of the UK’s leading social scientists from across academia, the public, private and third sectors. Fellowships are awarded after an extensive peer review process for the excellence and impact of Fellows’ work […]
Deadline: 17 April 2023 About the role The Regional Studies Association seeks to appoint an Editor-in-Chief to the journal, Area Development and Policy (ADP). The current Co-Editors-in-Chief are Professor Mick Dunford and Professor Liu Weidong (both Chinese Academy of Sciences) and the former will step down at the end of his editorial term in October 2023. The journal […]
All of us will be aware that the world of academic research continues to evolve as economies and society changes, and as new technologies make possible new opportunities while simultaneously generating unforeseen challenges. Open Access publishing has been a significant development in academic life, with the Regional Studies Association an acknowledged leader given its launch of […]
We have bundled six short ‘how to’ best practice webinars presented by an expert in their field on career development, the application and interview process. These sessions are packed with great insights and tips and available on demand via the RSA Members Lounge (>Events on Demands > Professional Development Series). If you are not yet […]
Please meet RSA Board Member, Louise Kempton I’ve been based at the Centre for Urban and Regional Development Studies (CURDS) at Newcastle University since July 2011. Before joining CURDS I was a local and regional development policy maker and practitioner, working in a local authority and a regional development agency in the North East of […]
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Please meet John Harrison, RSA Board Member Hi, my name is John Harrison. I joined the RSA back in 2002 as a Masters student. I am currently an RSA Board Member & Trustee with responsibility for the Conference & Events portfolio, have been an editor of Regional Studies since 2013, and since 2006 have worked […]
Please meet Klaus Dodds, RSA Board Member and TPG Editor-in-Chief As my accompanying photo suggests, I am often happiest when I am surrounded by ice. For someone who grew up in southern England, where even in the 1970s an ice-filled winter could not be counted upon, my fascination with ice is somewhat of a mystery. […]
Please meet Sally Hardy, CEO of the Regional Studies Association I began work for the RSA on 3rd December 1986 at a time when the RSA owned a desktop computer (an Amstrad), but it was in a cardboard box and I was advised by the then, RSA Secretary, that I wouldn’t need it to do […]
The Regional Studies Association is a member of the UK-based Academy of Social Science. The Academy of Social Sciences is the national academy of academics, learned societies and practitioners in the social sciences. Its mission is to promote social science in the United Kingdom for the public benefit. The Academy is composed of around 1100 […]
The RSA’s informal social media networks are vibrant and thriving. The following ensures a respectful and enjoyable environment. Respectful Communication: No offensive or disrespectful language will be tolerated. Constructive Criticism: Criticism should be constructive and respect alternative viewpoints. Personal attacks or insults are not acceptable. Stay On Topic: Off-topic conversations can clutter the group making […]
John Parr was a highly influential urban and regional economist whose career made a significant contribution to the development of the fields of regional science and regional studies. Everyone who came into contact with John (or Jack as he was known to many) testify to his intelligence, insights, warmth and support for the development of […]
In this short ceremony, Michael Dunford, one of the Managing Editors of Area Development and Policy presents the 2022 Area Development and Policy Best Paper Award to Dimitar Anguelov, of the University of British Columbia, Canada, for his paper ‘Banking ‘Development’: The Geopolitical Economy of Infrastructure Financing‘
Read our journals with an RSA membership RSA member benefits include access to our five journals. Below is a taster of content from each journal – the most read articles of 2022. RSA members can access these articles through the RSA Lounge. Not yet a member? Join today. Most read articles of 2022 Regional Studies […]
Regionalists on Film Episode 11, Featuring Dayne Walling, University of Minnesota, USA Interviewer: Michael Glass, University of Pittsburgh Interview Date: September 29th, 2022 Dayne Walling is a community development consultant and doctoral candidate in geography at the University of Minnesota. Dayne has twenty years of professional experience as a public executive, non-profit administrator, social entrepreneur, […]
Regional Studies Association and Regional Science Association International – British and Irish Section Call for Editor-in-Chief Spatial Economic Analysis The Regional Studies Association and Regional Science Association International – British and Irish Section seek to appoint an Editor-in-Chief to the journal, Spatial Economic Analysis. The current Editor-in-Chief, Professor Paul Elhorst (Groningen), will step down at […]
The Regional Studies Association (RSA) provides a range of research funding opportunities to suit different career stages and we are pleased to share with you details on forthcoming application deadlines. We encourage non-members to apply for a grant and join the RSA at the same time. Deadlines for the 2023 RSA Awards and Funding are as […]
The RSA and its European Foundation RSA Europe are committed to supporting students and early career researchers via career development training and opportunities, knowledge exchange, webinars, publications, achievement awards and micro grant funding. Below are some of the many initiatives that we offer. RSA News and Activities To stay up to date with RSA and […]
The RSA office will be closed from the 24th December 2022 and will reopen on the 3rd January 2023. We wish you a joyful holiday season.
Watch as Joan Fitzgerald, RSA Cities and Regions Book Series Editor presents the 2022 RSA Best Book Award to Jennifer Clark, Ohio State University, USA for her book Uneven innovation: The work of smart cities
This is my first Christmas letter as Chair of the Regional Studies Association. While we are pleased that Covid-19 restrictions have been loosened in much of the world, 2022 has still been a very difficult year for many of our members. I’d like to wish you my season’s greetings and best wishes for 2023. I […]