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What makes a place ready for radical innovation? Researchers say resident openness matters

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A study by the University of Amsterdam and University of St Gallen found that psychological openness of local populations significantly influences a city's readiness for radical innovation. Regions with higher resident openness to new experiences and unfamiliar ideas are more likely to serve as early adopters for emerging technologies and business models, independent of economic conditions or infrastructure.

Key points

• Residents in regions with higher psychological openness to new experiences are more likely to be early adopters of radical innovations.
• The study identifies psychological openness as a key factor influencing innovation adoption, distinct from economic conditions and infrastructure.

Context

Research from the University of Amsterdam and University of St Gallen indicates that while economic conditions and infrastructure matter, the psychological openness of the local population is a critical factor determining whether a region embraces new technologies and business models.

Limitations

The study provides a correlation between psychological openness and innovation adoption but does not establish causality. It does not specify which psychological traits drive adoption, nor does it account for other potential factors such as cultural norms or political structures.

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