International Business Research and Innovation Network (IBRAIN)

The International Business Research and Innovation Network (IBRAIN) is a strategic initiative of Knowledge Edge, dedicated to fostering a globally connected community of scholars, practitioners, and institutions committed to advancing innovation, entrepreneurship, and responsible business practices through collaborative research.

IBRAIN serves as a bridge between academic inquiry and real-world application, enabling multidisciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange that informs policy, empowers business, and addresses global challenges.

To become a globally recognised hub for collaborative, impact-driven research in business, entrepreneurship, and innovation—shaping a future where knowledge transforms industries, empowers communities, and drives sustainable global development.

IBRAIN aims to bridge research, innovation, and practical application by cultivating international partnerships that deliver real-world impact. Our mission is to co-create research-informed, industry-relevant solutions that promote inclusive growth, sustainability, and ethical leadership.

• 🌐Global Research Collaboration
  A growing network of Research Associates, academics, and institutions engaged in multidisciplinary research that crosses geographic and disciplinary boundaries.
• 🔬Innovation in Business and Management
  Collaborative research projects, white papers, and policy-focused outputs that advance thought leadership in responsible management, entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and sustainability.
• 🤝Academic–Industry Integration
  Strong partnerships with industry that ensure research findings are practical, relevant, and actionable, benefiting MSMEs, large organisations, and public-sector institutions.
• 📚Knowledge Sharing and Publications
  Opportunities to publish, present, and disseminate work through Knowledge Edge platforms, conferences, journals, and innovation forums.
• 🌱Support for Emerging Researchers
  Mentoring, peer learning, and professional development for doctoral students, early-career researchers, and international academics.

In close alignment with the International Centre of Applied Research and Entrepreneurship (ICARE), IBRAIN drives the research and knowledge creation that underpins ICARE’s applied initiatives. Together, they form a powerful ecosystem that connects research with enterprise, transforming academic insights into tools for innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurial growth.

We invite you to join IBRAIN and help shape the future of global research and innovation. Whether you are a:

• Researcher seeking international collaboration
• Institution aiming to scale research impact
• Business leader looking for evidence-based strategies
• Policy influencer interested in research-driven change

✅ Become a Research Associate
✅ Partner on Cross-Border Projects
✅ Contribute to High-Impact Publications
✅ Co-host Research Events and Roundtables

📩 Get Involved. Create Value. Drive Change.