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Do you know what a heterodox economist is — and what Charles Darwin has to do with economics? In this episode, Geoffrey Hodgson shares his insights on how economies evolve, why markets matter, and what kind of institutions help countries like the Czech Republic break out of the middle-income trap and thrive in the green […]
In the second part of the conversation, host Niclas Berggren continues his interview with Swedish economist Magnus Henrekson, delving deeper into the key forces shaping Europe’s economic future. They discuss what truly drives economic growth, whether the size of government matters, and how post-Communist countries like the Czech Republic have managed their transition. The conversation […]
In this new episode, host Niclas Berggren talks with Magnus Henrekson about some of today’s most pressing economic challenges. The discussion explores: what entrepreneurship is and why it matters, why innovation is crucial for competitiveness – and why the Czech Republic has been lagging behind, how governments can create conditions where innovation and entrepreneurship flourish, […]
The economies of countries are constantly evolving. Many countries achieve rapid growth by adopting technology from abroad – in other words, they imitate. Yet imitation has its limits. At a certain point, countries must shift to their own ideas, innovations, and creativity. A new study by Ayaz Zeynalov, published in the prestigious journal Technological Forecasting […]
Population ageing is not just a social phenomenon. It will also fundamentally transform who will take care of us in the future. What will the Czech labor market look like in 2030? A recent study from the University of Economics and Business in Prague provides the answer. The research team – Ph.D. Michaela Jirková, Assoc. […]
For many of us, traveling is synonymous with adventure, relaxation, and new experiences. But what if every holiday could also help protect the planet, support fair working conditions, and even provide greater comfort? That’s exactly the perspective researchers Anam Afaq, Loveleen Gaur, Gurmeet Singh, Michal Erben, and Alberto Ferraris took. They explored how blockchain and […]
A new study shows that the way we talk about things also shapes reality. The research, led by Zbyněk Dubský, Markéta Votoupalová, and Alžběta Vítková, focused on how European politicians and media spoke about the European Green Deal and the Fit for 55 plan between 2019 and 2022. Specifically, it compared the rhetoric in the […]
The question “How should the management of a large company choose the most suitable model of cooperation with startups?” had long remained unanswered. A new study by researchers Ferhat Demir and Martin Lukeš from VŠE in Prague provides a comprehensive overview of specific cooperation models between startups and corporations. It also adds seven key criteria […]
A study co-authored by Tomáš Kincl from the University of Economics in Prague (VŠE) shows that young people in developing countries also care about what they buy. What influences them more: lower prices, product availability, or social media influencers? In this interview, the researcher explains why even small behavioral changes can have a big impact—if […]
