Research

Driving Innovation Through Collaborative Research and Real-World Impact

Advancing Innovation Through Research

At Gisma University, research is at the heart of our mission to drive innovation and create real-world impact. Our faculty and students collaborate on cutting-edge projects across artificial intelligence, business innovation, and sustainable development. We bridge the gap between academia and industry, shaping the future with evidence-based insights and practical solutions.

Our Research Centre

Gisma is home to the Multidisciplinary Research Centre for Innovations in SMEs (MrciS), dedicated to tackling critical challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises. The centre drives interdisciplinary research, collaborates with industry, and contributes to the global knowledge base through practical, high-impact initiatives.

GISMA University of Applied Sciences receives the BSIS Impact Label

Multidisciplinary Research Centre for Innovations in SMEs (MrciS)

Mission: MrciS focuses on empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through research in sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation. The centre bridges the gap between academic research and practical applications, helping SMEs remain competitive in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Key Research Themes:
We focus on internationalisation and strategic partnerships, technology adoption for digital transformation, and sustainable business practices.

Activities:
Our work includes conducting high-impact research on SME challenges, hosting expert talks and seminars, providing training and consulting for SMEs, and developing joint research projects with universities, governments, and industry leaders.

Publications & Impact

At Gisma, research is more than just theory—it’s about real-world impact. Our faculty and research teams contribute to leading academic journals, industry reports, and policy discussions, helping shape the future of business, technology, and society. Through our publications, we share groundbreaking insights, foster innovation, and provide practical solutions to global challenges. Below are some of our latest publications:

2024 Research Output

Our most recent publication data highlights the depth and diversity of our academic contributions over the past academic year:

Publication Type	Quanity
Journal articles	34
Books and Book chapters	8
Conferences	5
Business Case	2
Papers / other	3
Blog/ News articles	7
Total	59

Student Opportunities

Students at Gisma can actively participate in research projects, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to cutting-edge developments.

Ways to get involved:

Join research projects as student researchers

Contribute to publications and conferences

Participate in fellowship programmes (CAGE)

Collaborate With Us

We welcome partnerships with businesses, universities, and research institutions. Whether through joint projects, funding opportunities, or knowledge exchange, we are committed to creating meaningful collaborations that drive real-world impact.

Opportunities for collaboration:

Industry-funded research projects

Joint academic publications

Guest lectures and knowledge-sharing initiatives

Ready to Collaborate with Us?

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