Daria Podmetina

Daria Podmetina is a researcher at Tallinn University of Technology, specializing in open innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. She holds a Doctor's Degree in Innovation and Internationalisation in Russian Companies from Lappeenranta University of Technology (Finland). Her research focuses on bridging theoretical and practical aspects of innovation management, sustainability strategies, and business model development.

• Education:
• PhD in Economics and Science (2005) from Saint-Petersburg State University for Engineering and Economy
• Master's and Specialist degrees in Management and Financial Management (1995-2001)

Research Interests:

Her work examines open innovation processes in SMEs, sustainability challenges in emerging economies, and the role of art-based methods in innovation education. She explores cross-sector collaboration, policy alignment, and institutional environments influencing innovation adoption.

Recent Projects:

• Principal Investigator for "Aiming for Responsible Innovation and Sustainability" (2024-2026)
• Contributor to climate-positive initiatives and waste valorization studies

Publications:

Her 30+ publications span open innovation frameworks, sustainability science, and entrepreneurship in turbulent markets. Recent work addresses blockchain in supply chains, STEAM education innovations, and perception gaps in open innovation definitions.

Grants and Collaborations:

Secured €144k from the Estonian Research Council for sustainability-focused innovation research. Collaborates with international institutions like LUT University (Finland) and Springer Publishing.