Research into regeneration: gaps in our knowledge base

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this editorial is to provide an overview to four papers in this issue that deal with regeneration.

Design/methodology/approach

This guest editorial summarizes four papers from a regeneration management conference held at the University of Liverpool.

Findings

City growth coalitions are, it seems, in abundance, and one should be aware of their unintended outcomes, likewise, such outcomes that occur during partnership processes.

Originality/value

Readers gain a quick overview of regeneration which will be of interest to academics and practitioners alike.

Citation

Diamond, J. and Southern, A. (2006), "Research into regeneration: gaps in our knowledge base", International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, Vol. 26 No. 5/6, pp. 189-193. https://doi.org/10.1108/01443330610674233