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Lessons learned under Lockdown in the Region of Trøndelag

Lessons learned under Lockdown in the Region of Trøndelag The Region of Trøndelag, along with the rest of Norway, entered into a state of lockdown on the 12th of March 2020 and has had major restrictions on movement and the ability to meet people in person since then. This has

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How can the introduction of RRI principles enhance the development and implementation of the Smart Specialization Strategy (RIS3)?

Two of the most common problems and related criticisms of the Regional Smart Specialization development process are that a) it can be highjacked by entities/individuals with strong agendas and influence at a local/ regional level (i.e. a dominant industry cluster or a major research institute) and b) it often is a consultation among experts, detached from the concerns of the citizens and society.

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