1. Enhancing knowledge and technology transfer : determinants and indicators of successful university–industry collaborationJana Hojnik, Štefan Bojnec, Simona Kustec, Vaida Zemlickienė, Zenonas Turskis, 2026, review article Abstract: Both universities and companies create value and innovation to maintain their position and remain competitive. Different, but still similar, with two goals that are shared. With their collaboration, they can enhance their pursuit of sustainability and as well corporate social responsibility by creating and delivering value and thus contributing to the well-being of society. This paper thus examines the determinants and indicators of successful university–industry collaboration (UIC) in the context of knowledge and technology transfer. The purpose of the research is to identify key factors that drive effective UIC and to establish measurable indicators for evaluating the performance of this collaboration. The paper aimed to understand not only what drives UIC but also how to measure its effectiveness. So, an exploratory, theory-building approach, adopting a systematic literature review is applied. By focusing on the determinants and measurable outputs of UIC, the paper provides insights into the strategic importance of measuring knowledge and technology transfer for a wide range of stakeholders involved in it. UIC for universities is a part of their third mission and their CSR, while with respect for companies, UIC is a result of practicing open innovation and pursuing corporate social responsibility. While consolidating these dimensions, the study also develops a holistic input–output indicator framework that not only clarifies how collaboration is initiated and structured but also how it can be evaluated in practice.
Keywords: corporate social responsibility, indicators, innovation policy, knowledge and technology transfer, sustainability, technology transfer office (TTO), university–industry collaboration (UIC)
Published in RUP: 13.04.2026; Views: 104; Downloads: 7
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2. Do agri-environmental schemes reduce farm greenhouse gas emissions? : evidence from SloveniaŠtefan Bojnec, Imre Fertő, 2026, original scientific article Abstract: Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from agriculture is a key objective of the European Union's Green Deal and is among considerations of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). Agri-environmental schemes (AES) are the main CAP instruments to promote more sustainable farming, yet their short-term climate effectiveness remains uncertain. This study provides the first farm-level evidence for Slovenia on whether AES participation reduces GHG emission intensity and whether effects differ across production systems. Using a balanced panel of 227 farms from the Farm Accountancy Data Network (2014–2021), we estimate dynamic treatment effects of AES adoption on net carbon dioxide-equivalent emissions per hectare, applying modern difference-in-differences (DiD) estimators for staggered adoption and extensive robustness checks, including alternative estimators, placebo tests, and dynamic conditioning. Results show that AES adopters had higher pre-adoption emission intensity, consistent with targeted uptake by higher-emission farms. However, estimated reductions in emission intensity during the first one to two years after adoption are small, statistically insignificant, and robust across specifications. These findings suggest that broad, practice-based AES may not deliver immediate, measurable climate benefits at the farm level, either because effects take longer to materialize or because current schemes are insufficiently targeted to high-emission sources. Policies that combine more precise targeting, climate-specific measures, and long-term monitoring may be needed to unlock the full climate mitigation potential of AES.
Keywords: agri-environmental schemes, greenhouse gas emissions, difference-in-differences, agricultural policy evaluation, Slovenia
Published in RUP: 13.04.2026; Views: 111; Downloads: 6
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3. Ustvarjanje znanja za trajnostni razvoj visokošolskih ustanovMirko Markič, Tina Quéchon, 2026, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: Izobraževanje za trajnostni razvoj predstavlja enega izmed globalnih ciljev iz Agende Združenih narodov do leta 2030 ter vsebuje pridobivanje novih znanj in veščin. Management znanja pomeni ustvarjanje, pridobivanje, deljenje, hranjenje in uporabo znanja. V slovenskem visokošolskem prostoru ne obstaja teoretična ali empirična raziskava, v kateri bi avtorji celovito povezovali institucionalno transformacijo, ustvarjanje znanja in trajnostne prakse. Namen našega prispevka bo predstaviti ugotovitve iz pregleda dosedanjih 35 raziskav o treh navedenih konceptualnih dimenzijah, ki so prisotne v globalnem visokošolskem prostoru. Pregled smo opravili v javno dostopnih bazah podatkov s pomočjo metodologije PRIZMA. Izidi iz naše raziskave bodo imeli teoretične in praktične implikacije za managersko znanost ter stroko in bodo spodbujali snovanje nacionalne raziskovalne ter izobraževalne politike in strategije.
Keywords: institucionalna transformacija, management znanja, trajnostni razvoj, ustvarjanje znanja, visoko šolstvo
Published in RUP: 23.03.2026; Views: 225; Downloads: 11
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4. Agri-environmental schemes reduce variable input costs : evidence from Slovenian farmsŠtefan Bojnec, Imre Fertő, 2026, original scientific article Abstract: Agri-environmental schemes (AES) are central policy instruments designed to promote environmentally friendly agricultural practices by financially supporting the adoption of sustainable land management. While a substantial body of research examines how AES influence environmental outcomes and overall farm performance, far less is known about their direct effects on farm-level variable input costs, particularly in terms of energy, fertilizer, and crop protection expenditures. Existing studies typically analyse eco-efficiency or broad economic-environmental indicators, leaving a critical empirical gap regarding whether and how AES reshape the cost structure of farms during and after adoption. This study addresses this gap by estimating the causal impact of AES participation on key variable input costs using Slovenian Farm Accountancy Data Network data and a Differences-in-Differences (DID) design with staggered adoption, supported by robustness and sensitivity analyses. The findings indicate that AES participation leads to significant reductions in pesticide and energy costs, while fertilizer expenditures tend to increase in the short term before stabilizing or declining over time. These patterns suggest that AES trigger structural adjustments in production—such as reduced tillage intensity and transitions to organic or biological inputs—that can initially raise some input costs but contribute to longer-term sustainability. The study therefore offers new empirical evidence on the cost implications of AES, improving understanding of how environmental policy instruments affect farm-level economic decisions. These insights are essential for designing AES that support both environmental objectives and the economic viability of farmers, particularly in regions where sustainability transitions may involve short-term trade-offs.
Keywords: agri-environmental schemes, resources in agriculture, energy, fertilizer, crop protection, variable input costs, Slovenian agriculture
Published in RUP: 23.03.2026; Views: 215; Downloads: 6
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5. Disaster preparedness in Greece : toward societal, organisational and technological resilienceGintarė Zinkevičiūtė, Michail Chalaris, Sotiria Anastasiou, Jana Hojnik, 2026, original scientific article Abstract: This study examines disaster preparedness in Greece in the context of escalating climate-related hazards, focusing on the interaction of societal, organisational, and technological factors. Using a mixed-methods approach – policy analysis, expert interviews, and case studies of major 2023 events - findings reveal systemic gaps in prevention funding, risk communication, and community engagement. Institutional frameworks have strengthened, notably through digital alert systems, yet remain reactive rather than preventive. Behavioural barriers, such as low self-efficacy and risk denial, limit public readiness, while volunteer networks remain underrecognised. Drawing on resilience theory and comparative research on societal and organisational transitions, the paper proposes a multi-level strategy combining institutional robustness, behavioural change interventions, and technological innovation. The analysis contributes to the broader discourse on adaptive and transformative resilience, offering transferable lessons for Mediterranean and other climate-vulnerable regions.
Keywords: disaster preparedness, climate adaptation, resilience, Greece, societal transitions
Published in RUP: 12.03.2026; Views: 304; Downloads: 10
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6. Managing projects in large companies – project success factors in the crisis and post crisis period : evidence from Serbia and SloveniaDragan Lj. Bjelica, Marko Mihić, Dušan Gošnik, 2026, original scientific article Abstract: This paper investigates project success factors (SF) and project success criteria (SC) in large firms and aims to identify which contribute the most to project success. The results of this study are based on a survey of large firms in Slovenia and Serbia. A sample of 175 large firms is included. The Mann-Whitney test was used to compare groups across countries and between the COVID-19 and post COVID-19 periods. A comparison study of project SF and SC between the period of COVID-19 crisis and post COVID-19 is presented. Findings suggest a high degree of alignment between both countries: both prioritise user appreciation as the most important project SC and clear goals and objectives were identified as the most critical project SF. The results also show that a well-defined project management process is the most critical factor for successful project implementation. Project managers were constantly the most dominant decision makers on projects during and after the COVID-19 period. Analysis shows no significant differences between project SF and SF during and after the COVID-19 period, indicating that large companies are resilient in managing project success.
Keywords: project, large firm, success, crisis, comparison, Serbia
Published in RUP: 09.03.2026; Views: 232; Downloads: 6
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7. Children in digital age – Slovenian perspectiveBenjamin Lesjak, 2025, independent scientific component part or a chapter in a monograph Abstract: To poročilo o državi preučuje uporabo in vpliv digitalnih naprav med slovenskimi otroki in mladostniki ter pravni okvir Republike Slovenije glede otrokovih pravic, zlasti v kontekstu digitalnih storitev in družbenih omrežij. Ugotavlja, da so pametni telefoni med slovenskimi mladimi najpogosteje uporabljene naprave, pri čemer jih uporabljajo več ur dnevno. Televizija in računalniki so prav tako pogosto v uporabi, vendar v manjši meri kot pametni telefoni. Poročilo poudarja vpliv staršev pri usmerjanju rabe tehnologije ter priljubljenost različnih družbenih omrežij med posameznimi starostnimi skupinami. V okviru slovenskega pravnega sistema so raziskane tudi pravne definicije otroka in mladoletne osebe ter vloga staršev. Dokument nadalje obravnava stališče Slovenije glede otrokovih pravic v digitalni dobi, pri čemer izpostavlja odsotnost posebnega zakona o otrokovih pravicah, hkrati pa priznava vlogo Ustave in Družinskega zakonika pri zagotavljanju njihove zaščite. Poročilo analizira tudi vlogo javnih institucij, pravnih sredstev in izobraževanja pri varovanju otrok v digitalnem prostoru ter poudarja prispevek različnih organizacij in pravnih aktov k spodbujanju varne rabe interneta in zaščiti otrokovih pravic na spletu. Povzetek izpostavlja kompleksnost in razvijajočo se naravo otrokovih digitalnih pravic ter poudarja potrebo po stalni pozornosti in prilagajanju za zaščito teh ranljivih članov družbe.
Keywords: uporaba digitalnih naprav, slovenski mladostniki, pravni okvir, otrokove pravice, regulacija spletnih vsebin
Published in RUP: 09.03.2026; Views: 254; Downloads: 8
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8. Information systems compatibility in M&A pre-combination phaseAndrej Naraločnik, Andrej Bertoncelj, 2025, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: This paper addresses the strategic importance of information systems (IS) compatibility and complementarity in evaluating organizational fit during the pre- combination (pre-merger) phase of mergers and acquisitions (M&As). Drawing on the author’s doctoral research and updated literature, the study develops a refined conceptual framework (underpinning the IS-OFAM model) that integrates IS alignment with strategic, cultural, and operational fit dimensions. Through grounded theory–based analysis of two case studies—one in financial services and one in food processing—the paper identifies patterns of IS oversight, cultural-technical misalignment, and underleveraged IS assets. Findings show that IS compatibility often goes unassessed, while IS complementarity is undervalued as a source of post- merger innovation. The proposed IS-Organizational Fit Alignment Model (IS-OFAM) provides this conceptual framework by embedding IS assessments into early-stage due diligence and planning. The research contributes to M&A theory and practice by linking business information systems to pre-combination diagnostics and integration strategy.
Keywords: business informatics, information systems, mergers and acquisitions, organizational fit
Published in RUP: 06.03.2026; Views: 277; Downloads: 14
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9. Ethical aspects of using AI among occupational psychologists : a pilot studyŠpela Bizjan, Ana Arzenšek, 2025, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: Psychologists, specializing in work and organizational psychology (occupational psychologists), play a crucial role in the implementation and development of Human resource management (HRM) processes, which are increasingly affected by artificial intelligence (AI). This research aims to examine how and why AI is utilized among occupational psychologists, as well as the ethical dilemmas associated with this use in relation to the Code of Professional Ethics for Psychologists (the Code). The empirical part of this pilot study is based on a qualitative research design. 6 semi-structured interviews based on 11 questions regarding the use of AI in occupational psychologists’ work were conducted. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. The study results reveal that AI plays a vital role in automating routine administrative tasks. Participants highlighted its contribution to time efficiency and its utility in language translation. Nonetheless, concerns arise regarding increases in the occupational psychologists’ workload, as human oversight is required to ensure the accuracy and reliability of AI. While AI promises objectivity, participants cautioned that algorithms can be biased, potentially leading to discriminatory practices. They also expressed concerns about accountability. This question is pivotal, as the Code mandates the maintenance of professional boundaries and the respect for individuals' rights. Participants also pointed to risks associated with data protection. Despite this awareness, participants admitted they do not rely on the Code in their work with AI, which increases the risk of unethical decision-making. It is recommended that organizations provide adequate training for AI users, regulate data input, and ensure its use in accordance with ethical guidelines. The Slovenian Psychologists’ Association has a pivotal role in the preparation of specific guidelines and advising occupational psychologists on the ethical use of AI.
Keywords: artificial intelligence, AI integration in HRM, Code of professional ethics for psychologists, ethics in human resource processes, occupational psychologists, Slovenia
Published in RUP: 04.03.2026; Views: 250; Downloads: 5
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