GEN’s Research Library

The GEN Research Library is a directory that allows researchers, policymakers and ESOs easy access to the most relevant entrepreneurship research knowledge and insight. The resources include the latest research strategies, frameworks, reports, data sets, and more.

 

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This report examines the critical relationship between firm financing, financial constraints, and overall firm performance. Utilizing a comprehensive dataset of 2.5 million private firms, the report…

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This report presents the case for supporting deep tech chemistry SMEs in the UK. The study highlights the unique contributions of these innovative companies and reveals the challenges they face in…

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The "Entrepreneurship in the Arab World: A Pathway to Inclusive Prosperity" report is a policy brief published by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in September 2024. This document…

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This report highlights the UK tech sector's impressive growth, reaching a combined market valuation of $1.1 trillion in Q1 2024 and establishing itself as Europe's leading tech ecosystem. It reveals…

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Responding to the call for recalibrated entrepreneurship research that embraces the pluralism of entrepreneurial activity and is open to contextually grounded theorizing, this paper investigates the…

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This study categorizes startups based on their focus areas, stages of development, and geographical distribution, offering a clear picture of the current AI landscape in Africa. The report highlights…

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This research examines the impact of various ethical frameworks and policies on AI development and deployment across different African countries. The report highlights both the positive implications…

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Published by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and Finnovista, this comprehensive analysis reveals remarkable growth in the fintech sector, with the number of startups increasing by 340% from…

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This study investigates how digital technologies can help overcome the constraints faced by female entrepreneurs with limited mobility, particularly those operating from their homes. The report…

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The "Alternative Financing for Informal Businesses to Propel Youth Entrepreneurship in Sub-Saharan Africa" report is a policy paper jointly authored by Youth Business International (YBI) and Somo,…

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The Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2024 (GSER 2024) is a comprehensive analysis of the worldwide startup landscape, published by Startup Genome in collaboration with the Global Entrepreneurship…

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Using in-depth interviews and photo documentaries, this study analyzes factors that enable or constrain women's participation in economic activities during this challenging period. The report reveals…

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The 2024 Arete Index, unveiled on June 11, 2024, claims to be the world's most comprehensive list of influential business angels, ranking the top 1,000 based on their contributions to the startup…

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The StartupBlink Global Startup Ecosystem Index Report 2024 is a comprehensive analysis of startup ecosystems worldwide, ranking 1,000 cities and 100 countries based on their startup ecosystem…

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This report highlights how Japan progressed from lagging in digital adoption in 2000 to becoming a leader in digital innovation, transforming its society of over 120 million people. It identifies…

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This policy research working paper examines the effects of economic zone programs on firm performance in South Asia. The study utilizes a unique survey of firms located both within and outside these…

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This report reviews evidence and international experiences of start-up visas, offering recommendations for the U.S. to create its own pathway to attract international talent. It explores the economic…

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The Lilac Review Interim Report, published in May 2024, is part of a government-backed independent review aimed at addressing the inequalities faced by disabled entrepreneurs in the UK. Spearheaded…

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This case study, part of a larger project aimed at promoting better innovation policy design in East Asian countries, highlights Korea's journey from a developing nation to a global innovation leader…

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The report highlights the significant potential of Pakistan's youth population, which is the fifth largest in the world, while also addressing the challenges faced in harnessing this potential due to…