LAB Focus Blogs
The blogs of LAB's four focus areas bring forth each focus area’s RDI and education activities.
Publication series
The LAB publication series publishes reports, monographs and compilations based on the RDI and higher education teaching activities at LAB.
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Oral Communication Skills: Hidden Risks of Flexible and Distance Learning
Educational practices have been under considerable upheaval: first, the Corona pandemic forced all education to be rearranged to fit an online mode, which then led to some of the flexibility and distance learning ideas becoming norms in higher education. Next, the fast spread of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) tools has undermined the concept of flexibility and distance learning and brought new challenges to the arrangement of study processes. This article presents some observations on challenges that language teachers encounter while designing activities and courses for developing students’ oral communication skills. Practice shows that some of the recent generally accepted forms of implementing studies cannot always co-exist with the current reality. Source
Designing a Digital Brand Ecosystem for Non-Profits: Content, Platforms, AI, and Funding
Non-profit organisations increasingly operate in a digital environment where the ability to be understood, trusted, and supported depends not only on their mission, but also on how they communicate their value. This article explores how a digital brand ecosystem - combining content, platforms, and artificial intelligence - can expand access to diverse forms of financial support. Source
The Doughnut Economics Model: A sustainable approach to urban planning
A new economic strategy used by several cities and regions to create a more sustainable living environments is called the Doughnut Economics Model which is interlinked with UN Sustainable Development Goals. This article presents the results of an internship project conducted with Päijät-Häme Regional Council based on ClimateGO project and will compare and analyze the experience of cities and regions that have implemented this approach in their urban governance. Source
LAB Focus
Singapore’s Growth Story: How Regenerative Governance Shapes Economy
Singapore is often described as a prime example of economic development. In just a few decades, a small trading port with limited resources transformed into one of the world’s most advanced economies. According to global indicators published by the World Bank (2026), Singapore consistently ranks high in governance quality and economic performance, suggesting that growth […] The post Singapore’s Growth Story: How Regenerative Governance Shapes Economy appeared first on LAB Focus.
How regions can better support SMEs in climate actions – Lessons from CLIBUS
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are essential for Europe’s economy and play an important role in the transition towards climate neutrality. At the same time, many SMEs find climate actions difficult because they lack time, resources, and clear guidance. European policies recognise that cities and regions are key enablers of SME climate action, as they […] The post How regions can better support SMEs in climate actions – Lessons from CLIBUS appeared first on LAB Focus.
Why AI Investments Fail Without Employee Digital Literacy
Organizations are currently investing heavily in in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to boost efficiency, sharpen decision‑making, and stay competitive. But technology alone doesn’t deliver results. However, AI only creates value when employees understand it, trust it, and know how to use it in their daily work. Technology adoption without capability alignment Many organizations adopt AI systems […] The post Why AI Investments Fail Without Employee Digital Literacy appeared first on LAB Focus.