Research at IE University
Research at IE University
IE University's research turns the questions that matter most to societies, economies, and institutions into knowledge built for action. Spanning economics, law, political science, technology, and the environment, faculty, doctoral researchers, and partners come together to take on challenges that resist single-discipline answers.
This work advises governments and institutions, informs policy, and generates findings that are read and used outside the university, fostering positive change. Organized around four thematic clusters, research explores possible futures to shape today's decisions.
Research Clusters
IE University research is organized around four clusters, each defined by a core question. Progress means preparing for what's ahead, not just responding after the fact.
Building resilient, and productive economies
Building resilient, and productive economies
How can advanced economies rebuild productivity, resilience and strategic autonomy in a context of geopolitical fragmentation, technological disruption and demographic change, ensuring long-term competitiveness and shared prosperity?
Strengthening democracy in a fragmented world
Strengthening democracy in a fragmented world
How can democratic institutions and digital leaders govern geopolitical fragmentation, technological disruption and social polarisation while preserving legitimacy, preventing institutional erosion, and meaningfully engaging diverse stakeholders in inclusive and accountable decision-making?
Harnessing responsible innovation for health, longevity and wellbeing
Harnessing responsible innovation for health, longevity and wellbeing
How can societies harness biomedical, digital and agri-food technologies to improve population health and well-being, while safeguarding ethics, equity, privacy and environmental sustainability, and avoiding new forms of exclusion or harm?
Driving a clean and just transition of the economy
Driving a clean and just transition of the economy
How can economies transition to net-zero in a systemic, just and inclusive way, aligning finance, technology, regulation and social innovation to deliver climate neutrality without leaving people or regions behind?
Active Projects
Active Projects
IE University's active projects are backed by the European Commission, national ministries, private foundations, and international partners, each one built around a specific question that demands rigorous evidence, not simple answers.
Selected Publications
IE University researchers publish in international journals, policy platforms, and practitioner outlets, work that extends into practice and policy.
Grants & Recognitions
A selection of recent awards, prizes, and competitive grants received by IE University researchers.
IE University Research Ecosystem
Research FACULTY
Meet the full-time faculty leading IE University's research on economic resilience, democracy, health and wellbeing, and the clean energy transition.
Research Groups
Discover the research groups bringing together IE University's faculty, doctoral researchers, and external partners.
Partnerships & Alliances
IE University's strategic research partnerships with leading international institutions, agencies, and companies.
Partnerships & Alliances
IE University's research alliances bring cross-border collaboration, shared infrastructure, and multi-institutional projects into its research ecosystem, producing outcomes governments, industry, and institutions can act on.
ESA
New multidisciplinary master's programs in space business, governance, and security come through a partnership with the European Space Agency, supporting joint academic, educational, and outreach activities.
CIVICA
Joint teaching, research, and innovation across social sciences, humanities, and public policy happen through CIVICA, The European University of Social Sciences, a ten-institution alliance spanning Europe.
World Bank Group
Research and training opportunities with the World Bank Group span agreements with the International Finance Corporation and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, supporting joint activities in global development.
International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
Applied research, professional development, and education opportunities in international trade and public policy come through a longstanding partnership with the Paris-based International Chamber of Commerce.
UNESCO
The UNESCO Chair in Artificial Intelligence Ethics and Governance brings dedicated research, teaching, training, and community engagement on AI ethics, created through a formal collaboration agreement with UNESCO.
UNSSC
Practical training and research on sustainable development, built through years of collaboration with the United Nations System Staff College, equips faculty and students to work on global challenges.
News & Events
The latest from IE University Research: new projects, published findings, and partnerships.
Contact Us
Contact Us
Whether you have a question, would like to collaborate, or want to learn more about our research, we'd love to hear from you.