The research program is linked to the central national strategic document - the Development Strategy of Slovenia 2030 - and, in accordance with it, focuses on research areas that are important for the social, economic, spatial, environmental and regional development of the Republic of Slovenia.
The main objective of the research program is the development of new models, methods, analyses and further development of relevant theories with the aim of addressing selected economic, social and environmental challenges in accordance with the Slovenian Development Strategy 2030. Within the framework of the research program, the inter-temporal dimension of development and spatially balanced development are included as horizontal priorities, and the further development of modeling tools and methodologies is also considered.
The research program is aligned with the orientation of the Horizon Europe 2021-2027 program, which aims to strengthen the scientific and technological foundations of the Union to better address the major global challenges and contributes to the achievement of the sustainable development goals.
The implementation of the program is based on an interdisciplinary approach with close cooperation with research institutions in Slovenia and abroad, also from other disciplines such as social sciences, natural sciences, technical sciences and humanities.
dr. Boris MAJCEN
Program coordinator
t. +386 1 5303 810
e. boris.majcen@ier.si