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Fostering global partnerships and collaborative research initiatives to address complex challenges in business, economics, and social sciences.

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Our Global Research Network

CIBES Research Centre has established a vibrant network of partnerships with leading institutions across the globe, fostering collaborative research, knowledge exchange, and academic mobility.

Global Research Network Map
42

Partner Countries

87

Research Institutions

125+

Active Projects

6

Continents

Regional Partnerships

Explore our collaborative networks across different regions of the world, each with unique research focuses and institutional partnerships.

Research Focus Areas

  • European Economic Integration and Policy
  • Sustainable Business Models and Circular Economy
  • Digital Transformation of European Industries
  • Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Key Initiatives

EU-CIBES Research Exchange

Annual researcher exchange program with 12+ European universities

Featured Partners

University of Cambridge

Joint research on European economic policy and financial markets

London School of Economics

Collaborative research on business strategy and entrepreneurship

Sciences Po Paris

Research on political economy and European integration

Collaborative Projects

Sustainable Finance in EU Markets
Active

Research on ESG integration in European financial markets

2023-2026 5 Partner Institutions
Digital SME Transformation
Active

Supporting digital adoption in small businesses across Europe

2024-2027 8 Partner Institutions

Contact Information

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Dr. Helena Schmidt
Dr. Helena Schmidt

European Partnerships Coordinator

h.schmidt@cibesresearch.org

Research Focus Areas

  • Emerging Asian Economies and Market Dynamics
  • Technology Innovation and Digital Transformation
  • Sustainable Development and Green Business Models
  • Cross-Cultural Management and Business Practices

Key Initiatives

Asia-Pacific Research Symposium

Annual gathering of researchers focusing on Asian economic development

Featured Partners

University of Tokyo

Research on Japanese business models and innovation

Peking University

Collaborative research on Chinese economic development

National University of Singapore

Research on ASEAN economic integration

Collaborative Projects

Digital Economy in Southeast Asia
Active

Research on e-commerce and digital platforms in ASEAN

2023-2025 6 Partner Institutions
Green Energy Transition in Asia
Active

Examining sustainable energy policies and business models

2024-2027 7 Partner Institutions

Contact Information

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Dr. Takashi Yamamoto
Dr. Takashi Yamamoto

Asian Partnerships Coordinator

t.yamamoto@cibesresearch.org

Research Focus Areas

  • Innovation Ecosystems and Entrepreneurship
  • Financial Markets and Corporate Governance
  • Trade Relations and Economic Integration
  • Sustainable Business Practices and ESG

Key Initiatives

Transatlantic Research Forum

Biannual conference alternating between North American and European locations

Featured Partners

Harvard Business School

Research on business strategy and leadership

University of Toronto

Collaborative research on financial markets

Universidad de São Paulo

Research on Latin American economic development

Collaborative Projects

North American Innovation Networks
Active

Mapping entrepreneurial ecosystems across major North American cities

2023-2026 7 Partner Institutions
Latin American SME Development
Active

Supporting small business growth in emerging Latin American markets

2024-2027 5 Partner Institutions

Contact Information

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Dr. Maria Rodriguez
Dr. Maria Rodriguez

Americas Partnerships Coordinator

m.rodriguez@cibesresearch.org

Research Focus Areas

  • Economic Development and Poverty Reduction
  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Growth
  • Sustainable Resource Management
  • Financial Inclusion and Digital Economy

Key Initiatives

African Economic Development Forum

Annual conference focusing on sustainable economic growth in Africa

Featured Partners

University of Cape Town

Research on African economic development

University of Nairobi

Collaborative research on East African economies

American University in Cairo

Research on North African business development

Collaborative Projects

Digital Financial Inclusion
Active

Research on mobile banking and financial access in Sub-Saharan Africa

2023-2026 6 Partner Institutions
Sustainable Agriculture Business Models
Active

Developing resilient agricultural business approaches for African markets

2024-2027 4 Partner Institutions

Contact Information

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Dr. Emmanuel Okafor
Dr. Emmanuel Okafor

African Partnerships Coordinator

e.okafor@cibesresearch.org

Featured Collaborative Projects

Discover our flagship international research initiatives that bring together multiple institutions to address complex global challenges.

Global Sustainable Finance Initiative
Active

Global Sustainable Finance Initiative

A multi-institutional project examining ESG integration in financial markets across different regions, with a focus on developing standardized metrics and best practices.

2023-2026
12 Partners
Finance Sustainability Global
SME Digital Transformation Network
Active

SME Digital Transformation Network

Supporting small and medium enterprises in adopting digital technologies across Europe, Asia, and Africa through research, training, and policy recommendations.

2024-2027
15 Partners
Technology SMEs Global
Circular Economy Business Models
Active

Circular Economy Business Models

Researching and developing innovative business approaches that minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency across different industries and regions.

2023-2025
9 Partners
Sustainability Innovation Business Models
Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets
Active

Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets

Examining how digital financial services can expand access to banking and financial tools in underserved communities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

2023-2026
11 Partners
Finance Development Global
Global Supply Chain Resilience
Active

Global Supply Chain Resilience

Researching strategies to build more resilient and adaptable supply chains in the face of global disruptions, with case studies from multiple industries and regions.

2024-2027
14 Partners
Operations Risk Management Global
Cross-Cultural Management Practices
Active

Cross-Cultural Management Practices

Examining effective leadership and management approaches across different cultural contexts, with a focus on multinational organizations and global teams.

2023-2025
8 Partners
Management Cultural Studies Leadership

Partnership Success Stories

Explore how our international collaborations have created real-world impact through innovative research and knowledge exchange.

Sustainable Finance Framework

Europe-Asia Collaboration

Our partnership between Cambridge University, Tokyo University, and Singapore Management University developed a comprehensive framework for sustainable finance that has been adopted by over 30 financial institutions worldwide.

30+

Institutions Adopting

$2.8B

Sustainable Investments

Dr. James Wilson

Dr. James Wilson

Project Lead, University of Cambridge

Digital SME Acceleration

Europe-Africa Collaboration

Our partnership between LSE, University of Cape Town, and University of Nairobi created a digital transformation toolkit that has helped over 5,000 small businesses across Africa adopt new technologies.

5,000+

SMEs Supported

43%

Average Revenue Growth

Dr. Amara Okafor

Dr. Amara Okafor

Project Lead, University of Cape Town

Circular Economy Innovation

Global Collaboration

Our partnership spanning 8 universities across 4 continents developed new business models for circular economy adoption, resulting in significant waste reduction in manufacturing sectors.

35%

Average Waste Reduction

12

Industry Partnerships

Dr. Michael Chen

Dr. Michael Chen

Project Lead, University of Toronto

Financial Inclusion Framework

Americas-Africa Collaboration

Our partnership between Harvard, University of São Paulo, and University of Nairobi developed mobile banking solutions that have expanded financial access to over 2 million previously unbanked individuals.

2M+

New Banking Users

6

Countries Implemented

Dr. Maria Rodriguez

Dr. Maria Rodriguez

Project Lead, University of São Paulo

New Collaboration Opportunities

CIBES Research Centre is continuously seeking new partners to join our global research network. Explore current opportunities for collaboration.

Research Partnership Program

For Academic Institutions

Join our global network of research institutions to collaborate on joint projects, exchange researchers, and access funding opportunities. Partners gain access to our extensive research resources and publication platforms.

Joint research project development
Researcher exchange programs
Access to funding networks
Publication opportunities
Apply for Partnership

Industry Collaboration Initiative

For Businesses & Organizations

Partner with our research teams to address industry-specific challenges through applied research. We connect businesses with academic experts to develop innovative solutions and evidence-based strategies.

Applied research partnerships
Access to academic expertise
Evidence-based solution development
Knowledge transfer opportunities
Explore Collaboration

Current Partnership Openings

Sustainable Finance Research

Seeking partners with expertise in ESG metrics and sustainable investment strategies.

5 Partners Needed Deadline: Aug 30, 2025

Circular Economy Initiative

Looking for partners specializing in waste reduction and circular business models.

3 Partners Needed Deadline: Sep 15, 2025

AI in Business Research

Seeking partners with expertise in AI applications for business decision-making.

4 Partners Needed Deadline: Oct 1, 2025

Partnership Application Process

1

Initial Inquiry

Submit your expression of interest through our online form

2

Consultation

Meet with our partnership team to discuss collaboration opportunities

3

Proposal Development

Jointly develop a partnership proposal and action plan

4

Partnership Launch

Formalize the partnership and begin collaborative activities

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