POLYCE - Metropolisation and Polycentric Development in Central Europe: Evidence Based Strategic Options

Main areas of analysis

• Studying the characteristics of the polycentric system on regional and metropolitan level in order to identify competitive and cooperative aspects between the metropolises.
• Identifying distinct characteristics and profiles of the involved metropolises.
• Analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of the metropolises and assessing their development perspectives and potentials.
• Developing recommendations and strategies based on research findings.

Main results envisaged

Acquiring basic information on:

• Macro-regional polycentric structures in Europe.
• Demographic and economic structure and development.
• Urban structure, quality of life and governance.

Acquiring specific information on:

• Strengths and weaknesses in different aspects of metropolitan development.
• Assets and deficits of metropolitan positioning as well as development opportunities.
• Indicators for polycentric development on macro and meso level.
• New strategic and cooperative initiatives.