How to define 2thinknow Innovation Cities

What is an Innovation City? The Innovation Cities Program by 2thinknow sets out a clear basis for city change, and responding to civic challenges. > more

2009 Cities: Europe, EU, UK, Turkey, Israel, Russia

The list of potential European Innovation Cities for 2thinknow IC Index 2009 from European Union, European states, Israel & Turkey – excludes the ‘Stan states & includes some former Soviet territories. > more

2009 Cities: USA, Canada, South America

US, Canadian, Brazilian, Argentinian and other global cities under analysis in the ‘AMERICAS’ Region of the Innovation Cities Index 2009. Will Boston place first in Americas as in 2007-08, or will another city emerge?? Check if your city is in the index. > more

2009 Cities: Asia, China, India, Oceania

Asia is often seen as an engine of growth… which Asian cities will punch above their weight in 2009 – delivering lasting innovation? Will the cities be in India, China, Chinese colonies, Australia, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand – which cities will become regional leaders? > more

2009 Emerging Cities: Africa, Mid-East, former-USSR

The emerging world have a lot of basic access issues to Innovation; But with the exciting developments in UAE in cities like Abu Dhabi or Dubai, change in Saudi Arabia and a focus on African development can this change? Former Soviet States may have a more solid infrastructure mix, but are still dominated by Soviet concerns. In 2009, which cities will emerge winners to 2015? > more