Learn more about LISER’s departments, shaping our contributions to societal and scientific challenges.

Discover research that examines key challenges in employment, economic trends and social dynamics within the labour market, offering valuable insights into these important areas.

Living Conditions

Engage with research that investigates the factors influencing living standards, with a focus on income distribution, housing conditions and social inclusion, providing evidence-based insights into these crucial areas.

Urban Development and Mobility

Studies urban dynamics to identify pathways of actors to stimulate sustainable urban transitions.

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Learn more about our cross-departmental programmes, which combine interdisciplinary expertise to tackle transversal challenges.

Crossing Borders

Discover how our research into the complexities of cross-border mobility is advancing knowledge, shaping policy, benefiting society and addressing global challenges.

Health and Health Systems

Engage with research dedicated to enhancing public health, improving healthcare accessibility, and promoting equitable and efficient health solutions at a global scale.

Discover LISER's initiatives, driving scientific progress and fostering meaningful collaborations with stakeholders.

Doctoral programmes

Meet a dynamic community of researchers addressing critical societal challenges through innovative and interdisciplinary studies. Our doctoral programme offers exceptional training, mentorship and opportunities to shape impactful policies and drive innovation in diverse fields.

Data Science and Simulation

The Centre of Competence for Data Science and Simulation (DSS) is a cross-departmental initiative. Our ambition is to develop infrastructure, tools and competences in in machine learning, big data, microsimulation and geoexperimentation to conduct excellent research and advise policy-makers as well as stakeholders.

cc-EXPAR - Competence Centre in Experimental and Participatory Research

The Competence Centre in Experimental and Participatory Research (EXPAR) is a cross-departmental initiative. Our ambition is to improve awareness of and skills in experimental and participatory research methods to strengthen LISER’s position at the forefront of internationally high quality, scientifically rigorous and societally relevant research.

LISER Policy Lab

Topic: Innovation and growth

We analyse economic trends and innovation policies to foster sustainable growth, and competitiveness.

Innovation and growth

This area examines how economies evolve and remain competitive in a rapidly changing world. It considers how technological progress, new business models, and targeted policies drive productivity while promoting fairness and sustainability. The goal is to design strategies that balance economic dynamism with social inclusion and long-term environmental responsibility.

The role of innovation in economic performance

Innovation fuels economic transformation, improving efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness across sectors. It includes advances in technology, processes, and organisational approaches. Studying what enables innovation — from investment to skills and networks — helps build economies that are resilient, adaptable, and capable of thriving amid disruption and global competition.

Designing effective innovation policies

Effective innovation policy uses incentives like research funding, fiscal support, and intellectual property frameworks to encourage creativity and entrepreneurship. Careful monitoring and evaluation ensure these tools deliver genuine breakthroughs, generate public value, and create a balanced ecosystem where both firms and society benefit from technological and scientific progress.

Fostering sustainable and inclusive growth

Growth strategies today must address inequality and environmental limits while enabling prosperity. Encouraging innovation in clean technologies, digital tools, and workforce skills helps align economic progress with climate and social objectives. This focus supports a just transition, ensuring that benefits of growth are shared broadly and responsibly.