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How effective are carbon taxes in helping fight climate change?

01 June 2023
Carbon pricing is widely viewed as the most efficient method for achieving emission reductions, but there is limited evidence demonstrating the actual impact of current carbon taxes or markets. In this new Academic Insight, Misum Postdoc Fellow Marion Leroutier looks at the case study of a carbon tax – the Carbon Price Support (CPS) on UK power emissions.

SSE students in Washington, DC – had dinner with former US Deputy Secretary of State

01 June 2023
In May members of the Center for Statecraft and Strategic Communication travelled to Washington, DC with the students of Applied History 767: World Order & Present Challenges. Designed by Center Director Dr. Rikard Westerberg, this globetrotting course has been offered since 2019 and sees students from the Stockholm School of Economics embark on a deep dive of statecraft, diplomacy and international history.

House of Innovation 2022: "Year in Review"

01 June 2023
Read the 2022 "Year in Review" to learn about this year’s research, education, and outreach achievements at the House of Innovation.

HOI research | Older adults use digital healthcare platforms differently than younger people

01 June 2023
New research reveals that older adults use digital healthcare platforms (DHPs) in unique ways compared to younger individuals, highlighting significant behavioral differences. Published in the IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, this study delves into these differences and offers insights into how digital healthcare services can better cater to elderly users.

History of Financial Regulation in Football Webinar with LaLiga

30 May 2023
On Monday, May 29, the Center for Sports & Business held a joint webinar together with the Spanish Football League LaLiga about the history of financial regulation in football. This webinar featured Tomas Hjelström, Assistant Professor at the Stockholm School of Economics, as well as Javier Gómez, Chief Corporate Officer at LaLiga.

Exciting intro of the CIVICA Early-Stage Researcher and Student Board in Warsaw

29 May 2023
Anastasia Efstathiou is currently taking a year off her studies at the BSc Business and Economics program to hold the role as President of the Education Committee at SASSE. With the introduction of the CIVICA Early-Stage Researcher (ESR) and Student Board, Anastasia acts as SSEs representative on the board. She recently went to SGH Warsaw School of Economics to meet the other board members.

SSE launches new Center for Resilient Health

24 May 2023
The recently launched Center for Resilient Health at the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) is a multidisciplinary research center dedicated to advancing academic inquiry into the future of health policy and health and social care.

Does wealth make you happier and healthier?

23 May 2023
Does wealth make you happier and healthier? What lifestyle changes do people make when faced with a sudden increase in wealth? Listen to the latest episode of our podcast Sound Economy and find out.

Center for Sports & Business Partner Day

23 May 2023
On Tuesday, May 23, the Center for Sports & Business organised an educational partner day at the Stockholm School of Economics for its sports partners. The theme of the day was The Role of Sports in Society - Combining Narratives and Measurement for Maximum Impact.

Ministers to rehaul grading system after Strannegård's criticism

12 May 2023
SSE President Lars Strannegård’s op ed on grade inflation in Sweden has sparked a discussion about the national grading system. Politicians, pundits and teachers have all expressed support for a revision to make grades as well as admissions more fair and equitable.