How a Faculty Short visit paved the way for closer research collaboration: Francesco Grossetti's Experience
19-12-2024
One of the most effective ways to tackle challenges in research projects is to sit down together with colleagues and work through ideas. Remote cooperation plays a vital role in modern research, but the energy and creativity that come from in-person discussions can often lead to breakthroughs and help overcome obstacles.
To support this, CIVICA introduced the "Faculty Short Visits" scheme, offering researchers the opportunity to take part in 2-5 day visits between CIVICA universities. This initiative aims to strengthen collaboration, deepen existing connections and lay the groundwork for new partnerships.
With the next call for Facutly Short Visits launching on 20 December, our colleagues at Bocconi University caught up with Francesco Grossetti, Assistant Professor of Accounting Analytics and Data Science, about his experience earlier this year when he participated in the scheme with a visit to IE University.
Prof Grossetti, why did you choose IE for your visit?
I chose to visit IE University because of its strong emphasis on multidisciplinary research. I am collaborating with colleagues there from finance and information systems on a project that leverages AI and machine learning to deepen our understanding of the role and impact of various dimensions of executive compensation.
What are your main takeaways from your CIVICA short visit?
It was an incredible opportunity for me. I had the privilege of spending a week engaging with several faculty members and fostering meaningful collaborations. These interactions led to the development of a more structured and expansive research project, called EXECML, which is now underway thanks to the CIVICA research grant that we secured in June together with the Stockholm School of Economics. It is this synergy of shared goals, complementary skill sets, and diverse perspectives that drives my research forward and enables the creation of innovative and impactful studies.
Thank you Prof Grossetti for sharing your experiences!