Aim and Scope
Journal of Region, Economy and Society (Tér–Gazdaság–Ember) is an interdisciplinary academic journal focusing on the economic, business and social dimensions of regional development and socio-economic transformation. The journal aims to advance scholarly understanding of how spatial and regional contexts shape economic activity, business dynamics and societal change.
The conceptual framework of the journal is built around the Region–Economy–Society nexus, which views regions not only as geographical entities but also as business and innovation environments where firms, institutions and social actors interact. Within this framework, the journal examines how regional economic structures, entrepreneurial ecosystems and institutional settings influence business performance, innovation processes and broader socio-economic development.
The journal publishes empirical and theoretical research exploring the interactions between business, innovation and socio-economic transformation in regional contexts. Particular attention is given to the ways in which technological change, digital transformation and sustainability transitions reshape regional economies and societies.
Key research areas include regional business and entrepreneurial ecosystems, innovation and digital transformation, sustainable business and consumption, and regional development and governance. The journal welcomes contributions from the fields of business and management, economics, regional science and related social science disciplines.
While the journal has an international scope, it particularly encourages research addressing the socio-economic transformation of European regions, as well as comparative studies involving other regions of the world.
The journal aims to contribute to international academic debate on regional economic transformation and business dynamics in an increasingly interconnected and technology-driven global economy.
Journal Topics
The journal welcomes contributions addressing, but not limited to, the following research areas:
- Regional economic development and competitiveness
Economic structures, regional growth dynamics, spatial inequalities and regional competitiveness. - Business and entrepreneurial ecosystems in regional contexts
Entrepreneurship, SMEs, clusters, start-up ecosystems and regional business environments. - Innovation systems and technological transformation
Regional innovation systems, knowledge transfer, technology adoption, Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0. - Digital economy and emerging technologies in business
Artificial intelligence, digital platforms, data-driven business models and technological change. - Sustainable business and circular economy
Green innovation, sustainability transitions, circular economy and sustainable business practices. - Consumer behaviour and socio-economic change
Consumption patterns, social values, behavioural change and their economic implications. - Regional governance, policy and institutional environments
Regional policy, territorial governance, development policy and institutional frameworks. - Socio-economic transformation of European regions
Economic restructuring, labour markets, demographic change and comparative regional development.
Types of Contributions
The journal publishes the following types of scholarly contributions:
- Original Research Articles
Empirical and theoretical studies contributing to the understanding of regional economic and social processes. - Review Articles
Systematic or critical reviews summarizing the state of research in relevant fields. - Book Reviews
Reviews of recently published academic books relevant to the journal’s scope.
Journal Keywords
- Regional Development
- Business and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
- Innovation and Digital Transformation
- Sustainable Business and Economy
- Socio-economic Transformation
Journal Fields
The journal is positioned at the intersection of the following academic fields:
- Business and Management
- Economics
- Regional Studies
- Development Studies
