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Methods & tools

As an international research institute with a comparative focus, Nordregio undertakes strategic research and competence development with a view of producing relevant material for decision-makers at the international, national and regional levels. We accomplish this through the use of a wide range of methods and tools in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

Research methods

Our most commonly used research methods are profield.

Statistics, GIS and maps

Nordregio produces high-quality thematic maps and also own and develop state of the art statistical databases.

Interactive communication strategy

An interactive communication is a key part of applied research. Regional development is a field we share with a lot of different actors.