As a scholar at the intersection of economics and geography, my research investigates how firms, industries, and innovation are shaped by and distributed across space, combining evolutionary and institutional theory with rigorous quantitative methods. My work spans several interconnected lines of inquiry, including industrial diversification and structural change, innovation and creative activities, the role of multinationals in regional development, and — most recently — the geography of digital technologies, with a focus on additive manufacturing (3D printing). My research speaks to both scientific and policy audiences, with contributions to academic debates on regional development and to policy discussions at the European level. I have also successfully secured competitive funding, including two NWO Open Competition grants and a Stimulating Grant.