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The report aims to develop a framework for sustainable researcher mobility in the Western Balkans.

April 17, 2026Open Access

POLICY ANSWERS Report: Circulating Excellence: Rethinking Research Mobility in the Western Balkans

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The report aims to develop a framework for sustainable researcher mobility in the Western Balkans.
Assessment of existing mobility programmes
Analysis of business revenue models
Recommendations for legal entity establishment
Developing sustainability strategies
Identified critical insights for programme design
Outlined various revenue models to support sustainability
Proposed frameworks for establishing legal structures

Abstract

The report presents a strategic framework for designing a sustainable researcher mobility scheme for the Western Balkans illustrating critical insights on programme design, possible business revenue models and sustainability strategies including proposals for legal entity establishment. This report was published in April 2026. This result is also available on the WB Info Hub https://westernbalkans-infohub.eu/documents/policy-answers-policy-brief-and-reports-on-western-balkans-regional-mobility-schemes/

POLICY ANSWERS Report: Circulating Excellence: Rethinking Research Mobility in the Western Balkans

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