This line of research is dedicated to the analysis of the features of private equity markets and their impact on the entrepreneurial success. Within such broad area, the research activities focus on specific topics, such as the role of publicly sponsored venture capital funds, the impact of the characteristics of target firms founding team on the likelihood of success, the phenomenon of cross-border investments in innovative start-ups, the evolution of the business angels segment. This line of research is also meant to provide relevant strategic policy insights for the development of local financial ecosystems that can effectively support the growth of new ventures in different sectors.
