Standardize the definition of "Living Lab" in research and innovation ecosystems

Develop a widely recognized, standardized definition of "Living Lab" that clearly specifies scope, core components, and methodological principles to ensure comparability across studies and interventions in user-centered open innovation settings.

Background

The paper is embedded in a living lab context and cites the lack of a widely recognized definition for the concept. Although the European Network of Living Labs provides a working definition, the broader field lacks consensus.

A standardized definition would support methodological rigor, comparability, and clearer reporting across studies using living lab frameworks.