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http://dx.doi.org/10.7165/wtr2014.3.1.30

Creative Industries in Germany - Recent Development and the Role of Science and Technology Parks

Gruehn, Dietwald (School of Spatial Planning, Dortmund University of Technology, School of Planning, Design & Construction, Michigan State University)

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World Technopolis Review / v.3, no.1, 2014 , pp. 30-38 More about this Journal

Abstract

The paper deals with the emergence of creative industries in Germany in the last decade and points out the recent development of creative industries at examples from different sub-segments. Recent national and regional policies are reflected and the importance of creative industries in relation to other economic branches will be discussed. Key factors for the development of creative industries are highlighted based on a literature review and a compilation of several empirical research studies. The paper points out the role of Science & Technology Parks for the development and further development of creative industries, based on German experiences. Finally, the conclusion deals with some ideas to facilitate the impact of Science and Technology Parks on creative industries in Germany.

Keywords

Creative industries; Science and Technology Parks; Germany;

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