During August–September 2026, Theodora Doltu and Beatrice Leustean, researchers from the National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest (UNSTPB), completed a one-month secondment at the University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev” (UR), Bulgaria, within the STAR project.

Their research explored the relationship between financial indicators reported in ESG Sustainability Statements, green finance, and stakeholder trust, with particular attention to cross-cultural and industry-specific differences. Behavioural science perspectives were also used to analyse how ESG reporting metrics are developed and adopted across selected industries. The secondment coincided with the second Joint Research & Innovation […]

Tülay Kaya Completes STAR-MSCA Secondment in Turin

Tülay Kaya, PhD, Associate Professor at Istanbul University, completed her STAR-MSCA secondment in Turin, Italy, from 20 August to 18 September 2026, hosted by INFOR ELEA. During the secondment, research and knowledge-transfer activities were carried out within WP4-Knowledge Transfer, Training & Capacity Building, focus on advancing the project’s research activities and contributing to the development […]

As part of a Horizon Europe MSCA-supported project, Tanya Aktaş, a Ph.D. candidate from the Department of Anthropology at Istanbul University

“As part of a Horizon Europe MSCA-supported project, Tanya Aktaş, a Ph.D. candidate from the Department of Anthropology at Istanbul University, conducted comprehensive field research between August 28 and September 26 to examine the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting processes of companies. Carried out in coordination with the host institution ASRO (Asociația de Standardizare […]

P3.USM RESEARCHERS’ SECONDMENT AT IEED, PARIS IS SUCCESSFULLY CARRIED OUT

During the period 1–30 June 2026, P3.USM researchers Dr. Marian Jalencu and Dr. Galina Lisa are carrying out a research secondment at the Institut Européen d’Études du Développement (IEED), Paris – president Dr. Dorina Roșca, within the HORIZON-MSCA-2023-SE-01 – STAR project (Grant Agreement No. 101179323). The research activities focus on the following work packages: • […]

In-depth empirical research on cross-cultural sustainability information & reporting practices

In May 2026, Elena Fleaca from POLITEHNICA Bucharest (UNSTPB), Department of Entrepreneurship and Management, completed a two-week secondment at Moldova State University (MSU), Chișinău, Republic of Moldova. During the visit, she participated in collaborative meetings and research activities focused on ESG sustainability disclosure practices and cross-cultural sustainability reporting. The programme included participation in the round-table […]

STAR mobilities in Italy successfully concluded: collaboration between science and business for a sustainable future

In July 2025, an intensive mobility was held in Italy under the international HORIZON-MSCA project “STAR – Sustainability Transformation: Research and Innovation Network for Quality Information, Better Sustainability Reporting Practices and Business Sustainability” program of the European Union. The event brought together researchers from several European countries, united by the mission to exchange experiences and […]

Empirical research in Torino on ESG Sustainability Research

On 1st September, 2025, two postdoctoral researchers and one doctoral student from POLITEHNICA Bucharest  (UNSTPB) have recently begun their secondments at the enterprise project partner – INFOR ELEA in Torino, Italy. The host company welcomed the team, providing access to facilities and logistical support to carry out their planned research activities. The secondment is centred on […]

Secondment Activities in BEIA GmbH on ESG Sustainability Practices

On August 28, 2025, two postdoctoral researchers from POLITEHNICA Bucharest  (UNSTPB) have recently continued their secondment activity at BEIA GMBH in Vienna, Austria. The team, which included researchers from the Department of Entrepreneurship and Management and the Department of Economics, was warmly welcomed by colleagues at BEIA GMBH. Throughout the secondment, the researchers are engaging […]

Theodora Doltu, Lecturer, Ph.D, National University of Science and Technology

Theodora Doltu, Lecturer, Ph.D, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest has started her secondment in Vienna, Austria, at BEIA GMBH: In July 2025, Theodora Doltu, Lecturer, Ph.D., Department of Economics, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, commenced her secondment at BEIA GMBH in Vienna, Austria. Along with her, other postdoctoral researchers from INNOWO – Institute […]