The school's research strategy is grounded in a “research for practice” approach — producing insights that not only meet the standards of international academic communities but also inform public policy, corporate decision-making, and innovation ecosystems. PSB faculty publish in top-tier journals, collaborate with national and international partners, and engage in applied research that generates tangible impact.
Research at PSB is supported by a structured and collaborative ecosystem, where disciplinary excellence meets interdisciplinary exploration. It unfolds across multiple platforms:
- Dynamic thematic initiatives
- High-level academic publications
- Active research centers
- Specialized chairs that anchor our strategic priorities
PSB Insights
PSB Insights captures the most visible and current aspects of research life at Paris School of Business. It showcases how academic work resonates beyond the classroom and contributes to both public dialogue and institutional progress.
Researchers in the News
This section highlights the media presence and recognition of PSB faculty members. It includes:
- Expert contributions to press articles, interviews, and op-eds
- Features on ongoing research projects
- National and international awards received
These updates reflect the public engagement and societal relevance of our academic community.
Events & Research
PSB hosts and organizes a wide range of events that support academic exchange and collaboration. These include:
- Meet-the-Editor Workshops
- Research Office Breakfast Meetings – “Les Matinales”
- International Conferences
- Scholarly Events led by research chairs and centers
- Hosted Events organized with academic and institutional partners
These gatherings foster dialogue between researchers, practitioners, and students, and position PSB as an active node in international research networks.
Key Research Topics
PSB Insights will soon offer dedicated spaces for each of our major research areas:
- Finance
- Economics
- Marketing
- Management
- Artificial Intelligence
- Social Impact
Each topic page will feature expert contributions, selected publications, and highlights of ongoing projects — offering direct access to the intellectual diversity of PSB’s research.
Research at PSB
Research at PSB is supported by a team of engaged and internationally oriented scholars who form the core of the school’s intellectual identity. These researchers contribute to a wide range of disciplines, drawing on diverse methodological approaches to generate new knowledge and practical solutions.
A supportive and dynamic academic culture
Their work is supported by institutional mechanisms that promote excellence and visibility, including:
These elements reflect a research culture based on openness, collaboration, and academic freedom.
The school encourages dialogue across departments and disciplines, fostering a dynamic environment in which junior and senior researchers alike can develop their academic projects and pursue original lines of inquiry. Through this collective effort, PSB nurtures an inclusive and forward-thinking research ecosystem that contributes meaningfully to both academic debates and applied practice.
Academic Publications
Academic publications are a key expression of the school’s scientific engagement. Faculty members at PSB regularly publish peer-reviewed articles, books, and book chapters, covering a broad array of subjects and research traditions.
These publications reflect the school’s investment in both fundamental and applied research. From empirical studies in financial markets to theoretical work in organizational behavior, and from experimental marketing research to data-driven insights into AI ethics or social innovation, the diversity of topics mirrors the richness of PSB’s intellectual environment.
Through consistent publication activity, PSB researchers contribute to international debates and play an active role in shaping the future of management and economics as academic disciplines.
A structured and evolving scientific output
Chairs and Research Centers
Research at PSB is also structured around thematic chairs and centers that serve as platforms for focused, high-impact inquiry. These structures foster long-term collaboration between researchers, practitioners, institutions, and policy-makers.
Key research platforms
NewPIC
The newPIC Chair explores the dynamics of innovation, with a particular focus on open labs, collaborative spaces, and new practices in creativity and knowledge sharing. It investigates how organizations design, manage, and benefit from innovation ecosystems in a rapidly changing environment.
Living Health
The Living Health Chair is dedicated to healthcare innovation and patient-centered design. It examines the transformation of care systems, the role of technology in improving well-being, and the changing relationship between individuals and health institutions.
CRECC
The Center for Research in Energy and Climate Change (CRECC) focuses on the economic and financial dimensions of environmental transitions. Through interdisciplinary work, it addresses questions related to sustainable finance, energy markets, and climate-related risk assessment.
These research entities contribute to PSB’s scientific agenda by deepening expertise, generating policy-relevant knowledge, and engaging in meaningful dialogue with external stakeholders.
A Research Ecosystem with Impact
Paris School of Business promotes a model of research that is both academically rigorous and socially engaged. This model is characterized by:
- Scientific excellence, through contributions to top international journals and active participation in scholarly communities
- Societal relevance, through projects that address current economic, technological, environmental, and social issues
- Collaborative culture, through interdisciplinary approaches and partnerships with universities, companies, and institutions across Europe and beyond
- Knowledge dissemination, through events, publications, and educational integration that extend the reach of research beyond academic circles
Research at PSB plays an essential role in shaping how future managers, entrepreneurs, and policy-makers engage with the world. By fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a sense of responsibility, it contributes to a more informed, inclusive, and resilient society.
Research Support
PSB’s dedicated Research Office strives to inspire a culture of recognition, mentorship, and support for research while sharing and celebrating accomplishments with the broader community. Research activity is facilitated by ensuring access to financial resources and administrative support, library, databases, and academic resources.
PSB Publication: Intelligible Review
Intelligible is a popular science magazine launched in 2021 by Paris School of Business. Its goal is to make the most significant research findings in economics, social sciences, and management accessible to everyone. It offers concise articles written by PSB researchers or invited experts, based on papers published in leading international academic journals.
Rigorous in its scientific approach and committed to clarity, the magazine aims to share new insights that shed original light on major societal questions. It targets a broad audience eager to better understand contemporary economic and social issues. Its identity rests on the quality of its contributors, its commitment to knowledge sharing, and its ambition to build a bridge between cutting-edge international research and a curious, discerning readership.
