Articles
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Sustainability & Society
Can Entrepreneurship Really Empower the Most Vulnerable?
Despite decades of programs to democratize entrepreneurship, many vulnerable groups remain underrepresented. HEC Paris research invites a rethink.
Brands & Behaviors
Disgust in Ads Isn’t Just About Shock - It Shapes Behavior
Disgust in advertising influences status, generosity, and our sense of self. That’s one of the conclusions from HEC Paris professor L.J. Shrum’s research.
Strategy & Leadership
Merit Isn’t Neutral - And English Isn’t Either
English and “merit” reinforce inequality in academia and beyond. That’s the conclusion of HEC Paris professors Daniel Martinez and Keith Robson.
Fewer Ph.D. Founders Threaten Startup-Led Innovation
Research by HEC Paris professor Thomas Åstebro and collaborators shows how growing knowledge complexity drives Ph.D.s away from startups and into large firms, with risks for economic dynamism.
Consultants, Lawyers, Accountants… What Drives Team Collaboration
Research by Professors Mawdsley and Chatain reveals why professional firms stick with familiar teams - and when they take risks.
How Management Research Addresses Environmental and Societal Challenges
The shift to a sustainable world now hinges on management and behavioral insight, where social science research offers vital direction.
Economics & Finance
How Investment Capital Could Induce Polluting Companies to Change for Good
To cut emissions, ESG funds must engage polluters, not just exclude them, according to new findings on responsible finance by HEC Paris Professors Stefano Lovo and Augustin Landier.
Powering a Low-Carbon World: Rethinking Growth, Purpose, and Profit
As global electrification accelerates, Nexans positions itself as a low-carbon leader. CEO Christopher Guérin shares the transformation strategy and HEC Paris partnership behind the shift.
