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Global survey of cities finds more than half lack plans to guide digitalization

Press Release: Nairobi/Barcelona, November 15, 2022 Cities are increasingly using digital technologies for the delivery of basic services such as transportation, energy, public lighting, waste management, healthcare, and many others. This ongoing digital transformation provides new opportunities but also creates…
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Edinburgh Napier-led Cycling Supply Chain Research suggests action plan for circular bicycle manufacturing industry

With sales of 30 million units projected in Europe by 2030, Edinburgh Napier University researchers have explored how best to add resilience to the industry supply chain for Cycling Industries Europe.

Opportunities for Scotland discussed at Scottish Mountain Bike Conference Lockdowns during the pandemic highlighted the mental and physical health benefits of cycling as never before; but as demand for bikes soared, the corona virus also brought into sharp focus the…
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Digital meets smart: towards a technology-enhanced approach to Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) development

Picture of the cover of the report by Prof. Luca Mora et al.

As climate change continues to threaten the globe, many organisations strive to become more sustainable and look to advances in technology to support them on this mission. City councils are no exception; becoming green is prioritised by many. The Urban…
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Annual conference celebrates student research at the Business School

External building at Criaglockhart campus in the autumn sunshine.

Each year the Business School hosts a Student Research Conference to celebrate excellence in student research at Edinburgh Napier University. Now in its 15th year, the virtual event took place on Tuesday 17 May with students, academic staff and guests…
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Unlock & Revive: Involving People Living with Dementia in Online Cultural and Heritage Events

A new report created by ENU researchers illustrates optimal ways to create accessible online cultural and heritage events to benefit people living with dementia and their carers. The report, entitled Unlock & Revive, is a multi-disciplinary action-research project set up…
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New Edinburgh Napier Policy Lab Turning Cities Smart and Sustainable Worldwide

Graphic showing city scape

The Urban Innovation Policy Lab at Edinburgh Napier University – Unity – is on a mission to make a global impact by creating more smart and sustainable urban environments for all of us. Digital and smart technologies offer industrial sectors…
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Paper on Iranian ski resorts’ Community Engagement shows practices that could improve UK tourism

the city of Tabriz overlooking the mountains

Events will be back: and when they are, recent research highlights that service providers and local authorities should be sure to promote and raise awareness of their CSR-led sustainability practices. The precise benefits local communities derive from these initiatives can…
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Edinburgh-based expert in smart city innovation joins €32 million international research project

Luca has established an international reputation for improving knowledge production and dissemination processes in the field of smart city development projects and strategies