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  • Number two in Sweden in entrepreneurship research


    Between 2020 and 2025, 234 people were awarded doctorates in innovation and entrepreneurship research in Sweden. Jönköping University presented the second highest number of theses, with 19 doctoral candidates defending their dissertations during this period.

  • New project to improve support for families of children with neurodevelopmental conditions


    Many families with children with autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions often find that the current support system is fragmented and difficult to navigate. To change this, a pilot project is now being launched to lay the foundation for more coordinated and personalised support for families in need of special assistance for their children.

  • Poor AI maturity in Swedish organizations


    In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the most talked-about concepts in both the business world and the public sector. The debate is often characterised by grand visions and promises of how AI will revolutionise working life, streamline operations and create new value.“Behind the headlines and the technological hype lies a different reality: AI maturity is still low in many Swedish organizations,” says Einav Peretz Andersson, who recently defended her doctoral thesis at Jönköping University (JU) on the role of AI in organizational change.

  • Ambiguity and limited dialogue on police social media


    Today, the police use social media platforms such as Instagram to share information and reach local communities. However, despite their strong digital presence, the purpose is often unclear, and it remains uncertain how this communication affects citizens’ sense of safety. A new doctoral thesis shows that social media holds considerable potential, but that current practices are characterised by limited dialogue, unclear strategies and ad hoc solutions.

  • Marco Nilsson, new professor at Jönköping University


    Since 1 January, Marco Nilsson has been Professor of Global Studies with a focus on International Relations at the School of Education and Communication (HLK) at Jönköping University (JU). Among other things, he will continue his research, plan HLK's new bachelor's programme in Society and Security, and the new master's programme in Conflict, Risk and International Security. A professor introduction will be held at HLK on 19 February.