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The 2009 "Lund Declaration" concluded that European research and innovation must focus on the grand challenges of our time, finding solutions to problems associated with ageing societies, pandemics, public health, security, global warming and the increasingly difficult access to sources of energy, water and food. This typically involves a variety of technological and social innovations, behavioral
https://www.circle.lu.se/sustainability-transition - 2026-10-25
CIRCLE provides PhD students and senior scholars with the opportunity to apply for a research visit. The aim is to promote joint research collaborations and foster an exchange within the innovation studies community. In order to facilitate the academic exchange, each visiting scholar will be assigned a mentor. Research visits typically last between two weeks and six months, although exceptions are
https://www.circle.lu.se/about/visiting-scholars - 2026-10-25
The links below open in Lund University's Research Portal. Var god vänta... CIRCLE's profile in Lund University's Research Portal
https://www.circle.lu.se/publications/research-portal-lund-university - 2026-10-25
Working papers in innovation studies are an open instrument for early dissemination of scientific contributions to innovation studies broadly defined. The working paper series welcomes both theoretical and empirical contributions from all researchers working in the field. Why publish in the series?There are several advantages for an author to publish a working paper:The paper becomes available at
https://www.circle.lu.se/publications/working-papers - 2026-10-25
Researchers are interviewed about their research results over a cup of coffee. Click on the links below to view the "Coffee break with researchers"-videos on YouTube. The videos are approximately 5-10 minutes long. Claudio Fassio Associate Professor at the School of Economics and Management at CIRCLE, Lund, Sweden Merle Jacob Professor of Research Policy at the Business Administration Department,
https://www.circle.lu.se/publications/coffee-break-researchers - 2026-10-25
Welcome to CIRCLE – Centre for Innovation Research CIRCLE is an interdisciplinary research environment delivering scientific and societal impact. Our aim is to understand and explain how innovation can contribute to a good society and tackle challenges such as economic crises, climate change or the increased globalisation of economic activities. CIRCLE on LinkedIn CIRCLE Policy briefs Annual Repor
https://www.circle.lu.se/start - 2026-10-25
CIRCLE's policy brief series presents current scientific knowledge and include recommendations for future policies. These policy briefs aim at facilitating the engagement of policymakers in various issues where innovation can contribute to better solutions for the future. CIRCLE's policy brief series2026-02: How the EU Emissions Trading System can drive regional environmental innovation (Pdf 1.1 M
https://www.circle.lu.se/publications/policy-briefs - 2026-10-25
Studies at CIRCLE, Lund University, are characterized by continuous learning from experienced researchers and other students, through theoretical concepts and applied practices. CIRCLE contributes to education in innovation-related fields at all levels at Lund University, but also at other centers of learning.Master's levelCircle members from three faculties at Lund University are currently joinin
https://www.circle.lu.se/education - 2026-10-25
Why would a researcher working on how to reform Costa Rica come to Lund for a research visit? Daniel Avendaño Leadem shares how spending time at CIRCLE in Lund helps in his PhD work. In his research Daniel is working on how to redefine biological corridors from mere conservation policies to real opportunity spaces for local and regional development, as well as seeking the transformation of corresp
https://www.circle.lu.se/visiting-phd-researcher-daniel-avendano-leadem-costa-rica - 2026-10-25
Decided by CIRCLE Board on August 30, 2022 Your rights and obligations as a member or affiliated member at CIRCLE. Two types of membershipCriteriaMemberAffiliated memberFaculty (researcher) who is characterized by:Lund University employees A substantial part (>20%) of the researcher’s activity represents and develops core competencies in line with CIRCLE’s research agenda Collaborators of CIRCLE -
https://www.circle.lu.se/membership-criteria - 2026-10-25
Department of Economic History About meI am a PhD candidate at the Agenda 2030 Graduate School and the Department of Economic History, School of Economics and Management at Lund University, where I work on matters of sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa, structural transformation, and the experiences of women workers in development and industrialization processes. I have a BA in Economics
Faculty of Law About meMahesh Menon is an Assistant Professor of Law at Sai University, Chennai, India, from where he is on a sabbatical to pursue Doctoral Studies. He has taught at the National University of Juridical Sciences Kolkata at the National Law School of India University, Bangalore. After completing his master’s degree in Human Rights Law from the NLSIU, Bangalore, for a brief period he
Department of Process and Life Science Engineering About meMy background is within environmental engineering, focusing on wastewater treatment. After graduating from Environmental and Water engineering in Uppsala, I have been working a few years within the water and wastewater sector in Sweden. About my research projectMy research project is about new systems and technologies for water and wastewa
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/agenda-2030-phd-students-and-alumni/agenda-2030-phd-students/maria-takman - 2026-10-25
Centre for Theology and Religious Studies About meMy background is in Social Anthropology and the History of Religions where a main focus has been on various forms of ritual expression in a variety of settings, ranging from religious transgression to social identity construction.About my researchMy research project focuses on initiation ceremonies in rural southern Malawi that are deemed ‘harmful
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/markus-mannberg - 2026-10-25
Department of Sociology About meI am based at the Department of Sociology. My educational background is in Sociology and Communication from Roskilde University in Denmark.About my research projectMy PhD research focuses on vegan activism in Denmark and Sweden. I am especially interested in how vegan organizations challenge dominant understandings of nature, including the ways in which relations be
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/naja-yndal-olsen - 2026-10-25
Malmö Theatre Academy About meI am a theatre maker and a PhD student at Malmö Theatre Academy. I have a background as a performer, theatre director, dramaturg and author mainly in Iceland and the Nordic countries. Before starting my artistic research at Lund I worked at the Department of Performing Arts at The University of the Arts in Reykjavík, Iceland as an artistic leader, teacher and a dean.A
Department of Clinical Sciences About meI am a public health professional with a background in international development. In addition to completing the Masters programme in Public Health here at Lund University in 2018, I have a Masters in Development Studies from London School of Economics (2004) and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Royal Hollow, University of London (2002).Professionall
Division of Ethnology About meI am a PhD student in Ethnology - which essentially means I study culture. Originally from the UK, I moved to Sweden in 2016 to do a Masters in Lund (and get away from Brexit). Before that, I worked in grassroots development in rural Kenya and gained an acute awareness of the importance of the local cultural context for sustainability. This led me to pursue a career i
Agenda 2030 PhD student Phil Flores' thesis provides answers to what motivates people to use new modes of transport that are marketed as environmentally friendly. For many people, shared electric scooters and bicycles are used primarily because they contribute to positive emotions – it's fun. There is great interest in how innovations can reduce the environmental impact of the transport sector, no
Department of Clinical Sciences About meI am a doctoral candidate within the Department of Clinical Science in Lund, division of anaesthesiology and intensive care. I have an interdisciplinary background as I hold a Bachelor of Peace and conflict studies, and a Master of Environmental Science, with a specialization in applied climate strategy, both from Lund University.About my research projectMy
