Our Research Partner Program
Research is central to our mission, and our strong ties to academia reflect that commitment. Through our Research Partner Program we grant researchers access to our data, supporting high-quality interdisciplinary studies and data-driven research projects.
We collaborate with leading research institutions around the world
Global research network
Connect to 20+ research partners working at top-tier institutions worldwide
Exclusive data access
Gain free access to ISTARI data tailored to the needs of your research project
Direct developer support
Profit from developer support in refining, testing and validating you research data.
Regular exchange
Participate in yearly research workshops and pair up with senior mentors.
4th Annual ISTARI.AI Research Partner Workshop - 12 November 2025, Mannheim
Advancing the WebAI Paradigm in Innovation Research
Join scholars and practitioners at the ISTARI.AI Research Partner Workshop 2025 to explore how AI-driven web data analysis is transforming innovation research. Network with fellow scholars from leading institutions and discuss new foundations, methods, and applications of webAI - from technology diffusion to sustainability transitions. View the call for papers here.
The deadline for paper submission is 24 September 2025. Find more information on the submission requirements as well as the event here.
Some impactful studies powered by ISTARI data
Internat. Journal of Information Management Data Insights
Sustainable blockchain ecosystems
Applied Geography
Chinese innovation networks
Journal of Economic Geography
Strong company network ties
Urban Studies
Innovation research using micro-geography
Plos One
Paragraph vector models
IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management
Monitoring of ICT standards
The outstanding scholars behind the research
Learn more about the Research Partner Program at ISTARI
Our Research Partner Program is designed to foster collaboration with institutions and organizations at the forefront of market, policy, and research. If you are interested in exploring a shared project, we would love to hear from you.
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