THE TRANSFORMATIVE ROLE OF SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL POTENTIAL IN STRENGTHENING REGIONALIZATION
Keywords:
regionalization, scientific and technological potential, innovation networks, regional integration, transformative impact.Abstract
Regionalization processes encompass not only economic and political integration but also scientific and technological potential. This article examines scientific and technological potential as a transformative factor in enhancing regional integration. Regional innovation networks, university–industry collaboration, and strategic decision-making are identified as key mechanisms that strengthen its impact. The findings demonstrate that such potential promotes knowledge diffusion, supports the development of innovation strategies, and enhances interregional policy coordination. Case studies of CAREC, Toshkent Innovatsion Texnologiyalar Markazi, and Astana Hub illustrate its real transformative role. Based on the analysis, a conceptual model is proposed to represent scientific and technological potential as a transformative mechanism. The results highlight the necessity of strategic integration of regional scientific and technological resources, the development of innovation networks, and effective support of regional policies.
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