
Competitiveness, Trade and FDI
Research in this area focuses on structural and microeconomic factors and policies underlying competitiveness and knowledge-based economic growth in Ireland and other European countries in the context of international economic integration. Research topics include international trade, foreign direct investment, technological change, innovation, productivity and the digital economy.

Research examines factors influencing the engagement and performance of firms in international trade and global value chains.

Research examines factors driving the innovation and productivity performance of firms.

This research examines factors influencing the attractiveness of Ireland and other European countries to foreign direct investment.