Soumodip Sarkar

Soumodip Sarkar is a Full Professor at the University of Évora, Portugal, and the Coordinator of the Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Operations research group at CEFAGE. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics (Northeastern University, 1995), an M.Sc. in Economics (Northeastern University, 1991), and a B.A. in Economics (University of Calcutta, 1988). His research focuses on entrepreneurship, innovation, and international management, with a particular emphasis on frugal innovation, healthcare systems, and digital ecosystems.

Key research interests include entrepreneurial ecosystems, policy formulation for innovation, and resource-constrained innovation. He has authored over 100 articles and book chapters, including works on bricolage, effectuation, and the impact of digital technologies on crisis response. Notable projects include the Alentejo Global INVEST initiative and collaborations on sustainable development through frugal innovation.

He has supervised numerous doctoral and master’s theses, covering topics like microcredit for immigrant entrepreneurs, corporate entrepreneurship in service sectors, and innovation in agriculture. His work has been supported by grants from national and international agencies, including the European Union’s Horizon 2020 program.

Sarkar is actively involved in policy-oriented research, such as frameworks for entrepreneurial ecosystems and strategies to enhance regional competitiveness. He also contributes to educational initiatives, including digital leadership and AI integration in management education.