Date: 28 February - 12 May 2025

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The scientific method is historically linked to the possibility that other researchers can replicate and verify its results. As scientific analysis becomes more complex and interdisciplinary, ensuring reproducibility becomes more challenging specially in fields that combine different expertise. To promote transparency, consistency and robustness in science, journals, funders, and institutions are encouraging the use of tools and practices that enhance reproducibility. Lifelong learning helps professionals to keep up with the fast-paced scientific developments and to foster creativity and innovation. By learning about version control, containers, pipelines and data reproducibility, scientists of all levels can improve the reproducibility of their research, as well as the impact and reliability of their findings and methods. Moreover, using the methods introduced here they can collaborate and experiment in ways that allow reproducibility and creativity to coexist and thrive.This course offers participants a comprehensive understanding of economic geography and urban networks, enabling them to identify and discuss fundamental principles. Participants will develop the capacity to comprehend the decision-making processes guiding businesses in selecting locations and address inquiries related to urban geography, showcasing their ability to apply analytical tools to scrutinize interplay between cities and economies. By delving into the intricate relationship between urban dynamics and economic activities, participants will gain expertise in analyzing urban economic development from various angles. Participants' comprehension of the operations of creative industries and their contributions to the urban economy will be enhanced, not only benefitting their individual endeavors but also positively impacting their respective organizations and society as a whole. Participants will be prepared to offer insights and strategies fostering sustainable urban economic growth, efficient city planning, and innovative business decisions. The knowledge gained from this course will play a pivotal role in shaping urban landscapes, fostering economic resilience, and driving societal progress.

Venue: Ghent - VIB/UGent FSVM II, Technologiepark 75

City: Zwijnaarde

Country: Belgium

Postcode: 9052

Organizer: VIB

Event types:

  • Workshops and courses

Sponsors: Ghent University


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