With the intensification of transnational economic activities, industrial robots have been
making inroads into developing countries. However, few studies have analyzed how foreign …

In recent years, advancements in machine learning (ML) have facilitated the utilisation of big
data across various academic disciplines. Nonetheless, these techniques still require a high …

Additive manufacturing (AM), known as three-dimensional printing, has the potential to
drastically change the mode of production and trade in goods. However, it is challenging to …

This paper explores the relationship between digitalization and the regionalization of Global
Value Chains (GVCs) in European industries. The paper discusses the theoretical channels …

This thesis contains three chapters that endeavour to provide valuable insights into the
importance of endogenous technology on growth. Chapter 1 studies a Real Business Cycle …

Labour market exclusion represents a major concern in several European economies,
particularly affecting highly exposed demographic groups. We investigate whether four main …