TY - JOUR
T1 - Cluster analysis as a mode of inquiry
T2 - Its use in science and technology policymaking in North Carolina
AU - Feser, Edward J.
AU - Luger, Michael I.
PY - 2003/1
Y1 - 2003/1
N2 - We argue that cluster analysis is best viewed as a general mode of inquiry rather than a narrow technical methodology in regional economic analysis. The perspective emphasizes the value of cluster studies as starting points for open discussions among public officials, business leaders, and the lay public about their values and priorities for economic development. We illustrate our thesis with reference to two cluster studies that are influencing technology-focused regional development and education policy in the State of North Carolina.
AB - We argue that cluster analysis is best viewed as a general mode of inquiry rather than a narrow technical methodology in regional economic analysis. The perspective emphasizes the value of cluster studies as starting points for open discussions among public officials, business leaders, and the lay public about their values and priorities for economic development. We illustrate our thesis with reference to two cluster studies that are influencing technology-focused regional development and education policy in the State of North Carolina.
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U2 - 10.1080/09654310303664
DO - 10.1080/09654310303664
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:0037219539
SN - 0965-4313
VL - 11
SP - 11
EP - 24
JO - European Planning Studies
JF - European Planning Studies
IS - 1
ER -