Professor Dr. Christian Østergaard

Biography

Christian R. Østergaard is a Professor of Innovation at Aalborg University Business School, specializing in Regional Industrial Dynamics. He earned his M.Sc. in Industrial Economics in 2001 and a Ph.D. in Innovation and Knowledge Economic Dynamics in 2005 from Aalborg University. Currently, he leads the IKE research group and is a member of the DRUID Executive Committee, directing the DRUID Academy. His research explores the interplay between innovation and regional dynamics, focusing on workplace diversity, university-industry interactions, and sustainability transitions. He has extensively published in peer-reviewed journals such as Research Policy and Regional Studies. Østergaard has participated in various European research projects and served as an expert reviewer for multiple national and international research foundations. His teaching and research significantly contribute to developing innovative solutions for regional economic challenges.

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