Diversity on startup boards can hurt chances of raising capital
Diversity on boards is often said to lead to better decisions, more creativity and stronger companies. But a new comprehensive study of more than 25 000 US start-ups shows that this picture is not always true – at least not in companies initially funded by venture capital.
Rapid business growth and crises increase the risk of serious illness
Entrepreneurs often enjoy better health and live longer than other people from similar socio-economic backgrounds. But researchers warn that the pressures of entrepreneurship can have a dark side.
LISTA | Lund University pulls away – most theses in innovation and entrepreneurship
Between 2020 and 2025, 234 people received a doctorate in innovation and entrepreneurship research in Sweden. Most theses were presented at Lund University, which strengthens its position compared to the years 2020-2023.
Forget classic HR – handpicked joiners crucial to startup success
A traditional view of human resources in a start-up company is outdated. Instead, a broader and more dynamic view of human resources is required for success. From an HR perspective, the classic view of human resources has often been limited to founders and formal employees. But a new research study highlights the importance of including […]
LIST | Women dominate and four universities in the top – this is what the thesis year 2025 looked like
In 2025, 40 theses were presented in innovation and entrepreneurship research. For the first time, the top spot is shared between four universities.
Entrepreneurship industry helps grow businesses – but slows down innovation
Advisors, accelerators and other support organizations are often described as innovation engines. But new research finds that in practice, the entrepreneurship industry can have the opposite effect.
Sustainable innovation can be stopped by the calculative practices
The way companies calculate costs and profitability can slow down – or speed up – sustainable innovation. The key is to make visible the value sustainable solutions actually create and the costs that otherwise remain hidden, says Amal Kanzari at Linköping University.
How digital platforms can boost women’s entrepreneurship
Social media can be important tools for business development and empowerment for women in the Global South. This is shown in a new doctoral thesis at Stockholm University.
Unknown co-founders increase the risk of startup failure
Choosing the right people to start a business with is one of the most crucial decisions for an entrepreneur. A new study shows that bringing in co-founders you don’t already know can be risky – even though it may have some initial benefits.
How gender bias determines which innovations become reality
Inventors are less likely to build on scientific ideas from women. This doesn’t just mean that the work of women scientists has less impact. It also affects the type of innovations that are developed – and those that are not.