Dr. Martin Hess

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Martin Hess is a prominent Economic Geographer with a focus on global production networks and their implications for regional development. He obtained his Ph.D. in Economic Geography from the University of Munich, Germany, and has extensive teaching experience at the University of Manchester, where he has served as a lecturer since 2004. He has held various academic roles, including Visiting Scholar positions at the University of Hong Kong and the International Labour Organization in Geneva. His research interests specifically revolve around regional urban economic development, firm strategies, networks, governance, and labour geographies. In his work, he critically analyzes the dynamics of global production networks, exploring issues related to power configurations and development outcomes. Martin's academic contributions extend to several high-profile publications, and he has been actively involved in editing and reviewing for several academic journals. His recent projects have investigated social upgrading within global production networks and the geopolitical dimensions of economic geography. Additionally, his professional membership includes affiliations with notable geographical associations worldwide, which underscores his influence in economic geography and urban studies.

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