I.S.C.C.I. - Sustainable innovation in cultural and creative industries: emerging technologies, business intelligence systems and data-driven business models
PRA PROJECT
Timing: From 1/7/2024 to 31/03/2026.
Cluster Horizon Europe: Cluster 2 - Culture, Creativity and Inclusive society; Cluster 4: Digital, Industry and Space.
ERC Sectors: SH1 Individuals, Markets and Organisations; SH2 Institutions, Governance and Legal Systems; PE6 Computer Science and Informatics; LS8 Environmental Biology, Ecology and Evolution; SH8 Studies of Cultures and Arts; PE8 Products and Processes Engineering.
Description: This PRA project aims to investigate emerging business models and value creation strategies within the cultural and creative industries, in light of the sector’s ongoing alignment with the European Commission’s priorities on green and digital transition and social innovation. In particular, the project seeks to examine the new challenges and opportunities arising from the evolution of global knowledge markets, with a specific focus on the strategic role of Data and Information Analysis, Business Intelligence (BI) systems, Cybersecurity, and Data-Driven Decision-Making (DDM) processes in shaping innovative business models.
Research Team: Borin Elena (Principal Investigator); Dr. Cavallo Federica; Prof. Cillo Valentina ; Dr. Cringoli Gerardo; Dr. Faini Fernanda; Prof. Fait Monica; Prof. Fiano Fabio; Dr. Mirone Francesco; Dr. Pasquale Sasso.
ASIEA - Agri-food sustainable innovation ecosystems: towards a new approach to the study and management of the agri-food sector
FRC PROJECT
Timing: From 1/7/2024 to 31/03/2026.
Clusters of reference of the Horizon Europe programme: Cluster 4 – Digital, Industry and Space; Cluster 6 – Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment.
ERC Sectors: SH1 Individuals, Markets and Organisations; SH2 Institutions, Governance and Legal Systems; PE6 Computer Science and Informatics; LS8 Environmental Biology, Ecology and Evolution; PE8 Products and Processes Engineering.
Description: This FRC project aims to explore the agri-food industry and map Sustainable Innovation Ecosystems (SIEs) through environmental, economic, cultural, and social lenses. The study seeks to evaluate the sector’s capacity—enhanced by technological progress—to drive sustainable innovation and generate economic value for both ecosystems and local communities. The project endeavours to define a new business model that integrates biotechnology, knowledge, and innovation, drawing on multidisciplinary expertise across biotechnology, agro-industry, tourism, and cultural promotion. Its core objective is to develop models of sustainable innovation ecosystems within the agri-food sector.
Research Team: Prof. Fiano Fabio (Principal Investigator); Prof. Borin Elena; Prof. Cillo Valentina; Dr. Sasso Pasquale; Prof. Sorrentino Marco.
Charting the environmental, socioeconomic and strategic impacts of government investments in cybersecurity and the space economy: a quest for competitive supremacy
FIS PROJECT
Timing: Project Duration, 5 years - Start date, 90 days after the publication of the selected projects.
Funding Organization: Fondo Italiano per la Scienza
ERC Sectors: SH1 Individuals, Markets and Organisations;
ERC subfields: SH1_11 Innovation, research & development, entrepreneurship; SH1_12 Management, operations management, international management; SH1_14 Strategy, operation research.
Description: The Italian cybersecurity and space economy sectors represent two of the most transformative areas of strategic focus and development, with significant implications for national security, economic growth, technological sovereignty, and sustainability. This project aims to investigate the multifaceted impacts of governmental investment in these domains, addressing critical gaps in both theoretical understanding and practical application. Adopting a multidisciplinary approach, the research seeks to offer actionable insights for policymakers, industry leaders, and academics, contributing to Italy’s sustained leadership in these pivotal fields. The project is structured across six interrelated stages. It begins with extensive desk research to map sectoral trends, recent developments, and policy frameworks, establishing a solid foundation for subsequent analysis. This will be followed by systematic data collection and analysis, including the development and refinement of a comprehensive database of active firms. A representative survey will be conducted to capture firm-level performance, barriers to growth, and patterns of collaboration. In-depth qualitative consultations will offer nuanced insights into business challenges, strategic growth trajectories, and the emerging synergies between cybersecurity and the space economy. To ensure data robustness, a process of blending and augmentation will be employed to address inconsistencies and fill information gaps, enabling the creation of context-specific metrics tailored to the Italian landscape. The final stage of the project will involve quantitative analysis using panel data and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) to investigate sectoral dynamics and uncover relationships between key variables such as innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. The research aims to assess the environmental, socio-economic, and strategic impacts of Italy’s cybersecurity and space economy sectors.
Principal Investigator: Professor Manlio Del Giudice.
