Research should not stay within university walls. A new collaboration between the Center for Philosophies of Markets at the Stockholm School of Economics, Art Initiative and Kulturhuset Stadsteatern invites the public to explore research and societal debates through conversation, food and culture. The goal is simple: strengthen democratic dialogue and make research accessible to all.

Development aid works best when it uses locally based initiatives, builds strong institutions, and takes evidence into account. That was the clear message at a conference in Stockholm on February 19, where policymakers and international experts met to discuss how research can better support decision-making.

On Friday, February 20, GaPP hosted a Lunch & Learn seminar with Gertrud Ingestad, former Director-General at the European Commission. Drawing on her own career journey, she offered students practical insights into how to build a career within the EU institutions - and why more Swedes are needed.

Authoritarian elections are often described as largely symbolic exercises: the outcome feels decided, yet leaders still spend huge effort staging voting day. A new policy brief analysis by Anastasiia Arbuzova, Postdoctoral Researcher at SITE, highlights that a single indicator - reported turnout - can meaningfully shape how legitimate people think an autocratic government is.

Welcome to a seminar on Thursday, 5 March 2026, with Dr. Jonathan Foster, postdoctoral researcher at the Department of English, Stockholm University.

We’re hiring! The Stockholm Institute of Transition Economics (SITE) is recruiting a Research Assistant / Pre-Doctoral Fellow - a full-time (or possible part-time) role offering mentorship, strong technical development, and an excellent springboard to PhD programs in economics.

The Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) is currently hiring for Research Assistant and Research Analyst positions across different research environments.

Paid traineeships, policy jobs and international career paths were in focus when EU recruitment coordinator Asia Riazantceva visited SSE. Students received practical advice on how to apply for EU roles - and how to start preparing already during their studies.

To kick off Sport & Business Week, IDU hosted an AI Salon, creating a platform for entrepreneurs and professionals to collaborate and exchange ideas. The result? Honest dialogue, lively discussions, and seeds planted for future innovation.