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Reza Yamini

New dissertation urges rethinking some of the common assumptions in theory and methods applied in entrepreneurship

In his doctoral thesis, M.Sc. (Econ) Reza Yamini examined generally accepted assumptions in theory and methods applied in entrepreneurship.

Explore sustainability from every angle with the sustainability studies network

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Tutkijoiden yö 26.9.2025

Researchers' Night returns – event expands to Jamk in autumn 2025

Researchers' Night will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, offering the whole family an exciting journey into the world of science.

Over 9 million euros for research in social sciences and humanities from the Research Council of Finland

The Research Council of Finland’s Scientific Council for Social Sciences and Humanities has selected 6 researchers of the University of Jyväskylä to receive Academy Research Fellowship funding and 9 projects to receive Academy Project Funding.

Positive Impact Rating for Business Schools

JSBE has been rated highly for responsibility - feedback from students supports the ongoing development of education

The students gave the highest ratings to the strong role of sustainability in JSBE’s vision and strategy, as well as to genuine commitment to advancing sustainability transformation.

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Responsibility must be concrete for brands to stand out

Marketing researchers from JSBE explain how digital marketing can be used to encourage responsible consumption.

Jarno Turunen

Dissertation: The harmful aspects of shift work can be prevented through shift planning - Benefits are reflected in reduced sickness absence

In his doctoral dissertation, Senior Specialist at the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health and M.Sc. (Econ) Jarno Turunen investigated the effects of shift work characteristics on the sickness absence of shift workers.

Antti Sieppi

Dissertation: Childbearing has a significantly larger negative effect on earnings for women than men

In his doctoral dissertation, M.Sc. (Econ.) Antti Sieppi investigated various questions related to labor markets.

The University of Jyväskylä and the Finnish Environment Institute seek a research professor of circular economy markets

This interdisciplinary role involves conducting in-depth research into the development of circular economy markets by applying advanced economic and business management methods.

Maija Lähteenkorva

Doctoral dissertation: Sustainability education in business schools can be strengthened through practice-integrated learning and cross-sector collaboration

In her doctoral dissertation, M.Sc. (Econ.) Maija Lähteenkorva examines how sustainability education in business schools can be advanced through practice-integrated learning and cross-sector collaboration.

Iiro Ahomäki

Doctoral dissertation: Information sent to physicians may reduce potentially harmful prescribing of medicines

In his doctoral dissertation, M.Sc. (Econ.) Iiro Ahomäki from Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics (JSBE) investigated the effects of prescription feedback provided by the Social Insurance Institution of Finland (Kela).

Thanh Nam Vu

Doctoral dissertation: Good ESG Ratings Do Not Guarantee Gains - Nor Losses

M.Sc. (Finance) Thanh Nam Vu examined how incorporating ESG criteria into investment portfolio allocation affects financial returns, challenging prevailing assumptions about the valuation of ESG information in financial markets.