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Impact of the carbon trading policy on green technological innovation in heavily polluting enterprises: A circular operations perspective 碳交易政策对重污染企业绿色技术创新的影响：循环经营视角

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-08-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103326

Guo Li , Jinmou Hu , Jing Xue

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Digital technologies and green infrastructure: Advancing a resilient circular supply chain 数字技术和绿色基础设施：推进弹性循环供应链

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-08-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103329

Reeti Agarwal , Ankit Mehrotra , Hind Alofaysan , Raj V. Mahto

{"title":"Digital technologies and green infrastructure: Advancing a resilient circular supply chain","authors":"Reeti Agarwal , Ankit Mehrotra , Hind Alofaysan , Raj V. Mahto","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103329","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103329","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Circular supply chain management is among the primary fields being revolutionized and reformed, with an increased focus on sustainability. Combining the theoretical frameworks of the resource-based view theory and the dynamic capabilities theory, this research discusses the nexus between digital technology adoption and green infrastructure in developing strong and circular supply chains. The study collected 347 responses using a cross-sectional survey approach administered online through Prolific. The findings of the PLS-SEM data analysis underscore that green infrastructure is significantly associated with supply chain circularity. Organizational agility and supply chain resilience serially mediate the relationship between digital technology adoption and supply chain circularity. Furthermore, it was established that research and development, alongside innovation, features a strong positive moderating relationship with digital technology adoption and organizational agility. Conversely, training and development exhibit a strong but adverse moderating relationship with supply chain circularity and green infrastructure. The research offers valuable insights for researchers and practitioners to develop effective strategies that enhance resilience and sustainability in supply chain operations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 103329"},"PeriodicalIF":10.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144757653","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Transforming towards AI-augmented Healthcare: Experiences of physicians in Sweden 向人工智能增强医疗保健转变：瑞典医生的经验

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-08-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103333

Muhammad Ismail , Henrik Barth , Magnus Holmén , Lena Petersson , Luís Irgang

{"title":"Transforming towards AI-augmented Healthcare: Experiences of physicians in Sweden","authors":"Muhammad Ismail , Henrik Barth , Magnus Holmén , Lena Petersson , Luís Irgang","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103333","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103333","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Recent advancements in connectivity and automation driven by artificial intelligence (AI) is leading to transformative changes in the healthcare sector. This study investigates physicians' experience of AI-based technologies in healthcare. To achieve this objective, we gathered responses through open-ended essays from 326 physicians working in Swedish healthcare. These respondents have experience in using AI technologies for distinct tasks, which include prediction, diagnosis, medical image analysis, text generation, analysis, chatbots, wearable devices, telemedicine and robot assistance. The data was analyzed by thematic coding. The findings show that the physicians’ perception towards use of AI in healthcare is influenced by drivers and barriers that are present at macro, organizational, system and personal level. The identified drivers include work task changes, functional aspects, organizational aspects, system characteristics and personal motivators. The barriers include legal and ethical dilemma, organizational readiness, system limitations and personal demotivators. This study leverages paradox theory as a framework to deepen the understanding of the complexities and interconnections between perceived barriers and potential solutions related to AI in healthcare as a contribution to the literature.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 103333"},"PeriodicalIF":10.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144757654","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The long-lasting impact of historical shocks on innovation activity: The case of German separation and reunification 历史冲击对创新活动的长期影响：以德国分离与统一为例

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-08-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103318

Michael Fritsch , Maria Greve , Michael Wyrwich

{"title":"The long-lasting impact of historical shocks on innovation activity: The case of German separation and reunification","authors":"Michael Fritsch , Maria Greve , Michael Wyrwich","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103318","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103318","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The reunification of East and West Germany in 1990 initiated the merging of two distinct innovation systems. In this process, the poorly functioning socialist system of East Germany adopted the formal institutions and organization of West Germany, a western-style market economy. We investigate the effect of German separation and reunification on patenting activity. Although patenting increased in both parts of the country until recently, the gap between East and West Germany widened considerably over time. East German innovation activity fell behind especially in technological fields in which both East and West Germany were specialized before reunification. In general, we find that after the merging of the two innovation systems the increase in patenting activity was stronger in the West. Our findings show that historical shocks can leave long-lasting imprints on the geographic disparities of innovation activities while adopting democratic institutions was not sufficient to boost innovation activity in East Germany to the level of West Germany having the same institutions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 103318"},"PeriodicalIF":10.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144757655","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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A systematic literature review of business-to-business platforms for the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry: taking stock and advancing through research 制造业数字化转型的b2b平台系统文献综述：通过研究进行评估和推进

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103330

Lorenzo Compagnucci , Francesca Spigarelli , Paolo Sernani , Emanuele Frontoni , Paolo Seri

{"title":"A systematic literature review of business-to-business platforms for the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry: taking stock and advancing through research","authors":"Lorenzo Compagnucci , Francesca Spigarelli , Paolo Sernani , Emanuele Frontoni , Paolo Seri","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103330","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103330","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This systematic literature review aims to define the state of research on digital business-to-business platforms for manufacturing (DB2BPMs), by adopting a novel interdisciplinary approach. Previous studies have addressed this topic in a “compartmentalised” way, focusing either on the technical or on the economic domain, offering limited theoretical and practical insights into these platforms when creating value for the manufacturing industry. Current research gaps also concern the role of digital B2B platforms within the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry, and the conditions, innovations, and governance models that stimulate or hamper this transformation. Eighty-two articles, published between 1999 and March 31st<sup>,</sup> 2024, were scrutinized and systematised. A conceptualization of DB2BPMs is provided, based on our results, as well as an analysis of the barriers that hamper their adoption at firm, industry, and supply chain-level. All these levels involve a variety of actors and infrastructures, which may have multiple, or evolving roles. Innovation processes that DB2BPMs can stimulate are identified, in terms of: business model adoption (especially leveraging on the opportunities offered by digital servitisation), technological advancements and capabilities, and automation of tasks. The paper suggests further research on the following key categories: actors; value creation; trust and capabilities; governance; impact; and technological innovations. A selection of policy and practical implications is proposed, that seek to guide policymakers and practitioners when navigating the complexities of DB2BPMs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 103330"},"PeriodicalIF":10.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144749598","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Geographic proximity and supply chain Resilience: Unravelling their complex dynamics in the digital age 地理邻近性和供应链弹性：揭示数字时代的复杂动态

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-07-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103328

Jianyu Zhao , Tong He , Xi Xi , Wen Helena Li , Wei Liu

{"title":"Geographic proximity and supply chain Resilience: Unravelling their complex dynamics in the digital age","authors":"Jianyu Zhao , Tong He , Xi Xi , Wen Helena Li , Wei Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103328","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103328","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In an era marked by increasing uncertainty characterised by natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, and pandemics like COVID-19, this study explores the intricate relationship between geographic proximity and supply chain resilience. Integrating insights from economic geography, strategic management, and supply chain management, this study posits an inverted U-shaped relationship. While geographic proximity enhances supply chain operations by leveraging economies of scale, specialisation, cost reduction, and improved communication, excessive proximity can create a lock-in effect, heightening systemic vulnerability. Furthermore, this study examines the moderating role of digital innovation in addressing challenges associated with geographic dispersion. Using data from Chinese manufacturing firms, the findings validate the proposed hypotheses. This study contributes to the literature by emphasising the critical role of spatial factors, enriching the conceptual framework of supply chain resilience, and highlighting the transformative impact of digital innovation in enhancing supply chain adaptability and robustness.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 103328"},"PeriodicalIF":10.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144749589","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The role of accelerators in the success of cleantech firms 加速器在清洁技术公司成功中的作用

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-07-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103331

Ziqi Liu , Seán O'Reilly , Jim Hanly

{"title":"The role of accelerators in the success of cleantech firms","authors":"Ziqi Liu , Seán O'Reilly , Jim Hanly","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103331","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103331","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper examines whether accelerator programmes meaningfully influence the performance and development of UK Cleantech firms. Drawing on insights from entrepreneurial ecosystem theory, market validation, and the resource-based view (RBV), we investigate four key outcomes: survival, external equity financing, innovation activity, and commercial milestones (time to revenue and profitability). Utilising propensity score matching and staggered difference-in-differences, complemented by logit and Cox proportional hazards models, we find that accelerator participation significantly increases revenue generation, helps secure external equity financing, and fosters patenting. However, accelerator effects on firm survival and profitability are inconclusive, suggesting that while accelerators can expedite early market traction, they may not overcome the deeper capital intensity and extended development cycles inherent in Cleantech firms. Our findings highlight the sector's structural challenges, including large upfront investments, heightened technology uncertainty, and protracted timelines to profitability. Nonetheless, accelerators play a vital role in reducing information gaps, enhancing investor confidence, and connecting start-ups with essential networks and resources. Taken together, these results provide evidence on how accelerators benefit Cleantech firms, highlight areas where their impact is limited, and offer implications for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars committed to strengthening Cleantech ecosystems and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable future.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 103331"},"PeriodicalIF":10.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144749597","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Building resilient circular supply chains with blockchain: Exploring the impact of relationships and capabilities 利用区块链构建弹性循环供应链：探索关系和能力的影响

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-07-29 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103327

Justin Zuopeng Zhang , Junpeng Dou , Yulong David Liu , Asif Nazrul , Abhishek Behl

{"title":"Building resilient circular supply chains with blockchain: Exploring the impact of relationships and capabilities","authors":"Justin Zuopeng Zhang , Junpeng Dou , Yulong David Liu , Asif Nazrul , Abhishek Behl","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103327","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103327","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative force in supply chain management, offering unprecedented transparency and traceability. While existing research primarily focuses on its role in improving efficiency, limited attention has been given to its potential in enhancing the resilience of circular supply chains (CSC), particularly through relational dynamics and capability development. Grounded in the relational view and resource orchestration theory, this study develops a conceptual framework to explore how blockchain technology strengthens CSC resilience by fostering trust, collaboration, and resource optimization. Using survey data from 212 Chinese manufacturing firms, the findings reveal that blockchain adoption significantly enhances relational trust and collaboration among supply chain partners, improving operational efficiency and responsiveness through enhanced data traceability and transparency. Moreover, blockchain facilitates more effective resource allocation, driving sustainable CSC practices and reinforcing market resilience. This study contributes to the growing knowledge on blockchain applications in CSC management and offers practical insights for organizations seeking to leverage blockchain to enhance supply chain resilience and sustainability.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"148 ","pages":"Article 103327"},"PeriodicalIF":10.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144749596","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Can frugal innovations trigger corporate innovation? The dockless bike-sharing services experience in China 节约型创新能否引发企业创新？无桩共享单车在中国的体验

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-07-28 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103321

Xiaoxu Ling , Tian Min , Piyush Sharma , Donghua Wang , Siyuan Yan

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Barbarians at the gate? Institutional investors and firm innovation Investment: The moderating role of female executives 门口有野蛮人吗？机构投资者与企业创新投资：女性高管的调节作用

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Technovation Pub Date : 2025-07-26 DOI: 10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103319

Ximing Yin , Yaxin Su , Ryan Coles , Victor Cui

{"title":"Barbarians at the gate? Institutional investors and firm innovation Investment: The moderating role of female executives","authors":"Ximing Yin , Yaxin Su , Ryan Coles , Victor Cui","doi":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103319","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.technovation.2025.103319","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Innovation financing plays a vital role in firms' technological advancement, yet how institutional investors affect firm innovation remains a subject of debate. To reconcile the inconsistent findings in existing literature, this paper establishes a unified framework and demonstrates that institutional investors exert a curvilinear effect on firm innovation investment. The initial funding provided by institutional investors serves as a catalyst for innovation spending through an influx of resource-based positive net effect into the firm. However, with institutional shareholding goes up, there is a turning point where the negative myopia effect exceeds the positive resource effect and takes dominance, thereafter more excessive institutional investment leads to a decline in innovation investment due to the net negative effect of institutional invest on the focal firm's strategic decision-making. We also postulate that gender-specific management styles could moderate this effect such that excessive institutional holdings reduce innovation investment at a slower rate. We test our arguments using a multiple-sourced panel dataset covering 2066 Chinese publicly listed firms from 2011 to 2019. Results show that (1) institutional investors have a curvilinear impact, taking an inverted U-shape, on firm innovation investment, and (2) the presence of women executives in top management teams moderates this curvilinear relationship. This study contributes to a holistic scholarly understanding on the double-edged effect and how to leverage the positive role of gender to make the best of external institutional investment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49444,"journal":{"name":"Technovation","volume":"147 ","pages":"Article 103319"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2025-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144711878","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"管理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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