Research Programme
About our Research
SNS translates current research on social issues into concrete advice to leading decision-makers in politics and business. Research questions are formulated in dialogue with SNS’ members in business and public administration. Analysis and recommendations are provided by academic researchers and are based on scientific theory and empirical evidence.
Read more about our researchOngoing Research Projects
SNS Economic Policy CouncilSNS Economic Policy Council
The SNS Economic Policy Council analyses how various key aspects of the economy function over time.
SNS Democracy CouncilSNS Democracy Council
The SNS Democracy Council conducts research on the foundations, conditions, and development of democracy.
Crime and SocietyCrime and Society
The project focuses on organized crime that has a major impact on society.
Productivity, Competitiveness, and Sustainable GrowthProductivity, Competitiveness, and Sustainable Growth
How can we best ensure the development of tomorrow’s competencies?
SNS InfraSNS Infra
How is infrastructure prioritized and financed, and how can the operation and security of these systems be organized?
The SNS Preparedness CommissionThe SNS Preparedness Commission
This project aims to contribute with valuable insights on how to establish and sustain socio-economically efficient preparedness.
Upcoming Research Project
SNS Defence EconomicsSNS Defence Economics
SNS Defence Economics aims to strengthen knowledge of defence financing, defence capabilities and economic resilience.
Previous Research Projects
Economic and Social SecurityEconomic and Social Security
The research project provides a comprehensive overview of the Swedish social security systems.
Previous Research ProjectsThe Green Transition and the Business Sector
The business sector plays a crucial role in the so-called green transition.
More Previous Research Projects
A list of our previous research projects.
Our Latest Publications
Research report BusinessSwedish Firms in Global Value Chains: Integration, Dependencies and Policy Challenges
Trade conflicts, the pandemic and the war in Ukraine have raised questions about the vulnerability of global supply chains. In the new...
Research report Environment, Climate and EnergyEconomic Impacts of CBAM for Sweden and Beyond
The EU is changing how emissions-intensive and trade-exposed industries are protected from the effects of climate policy. Free allocation of emissions allowances...
Research report Public FinanceTaxes on Transport – Smarter Instruments for More Efficient Transport Systems
How the transport system is used largely depends on the taxes and fees facing the users. Hence, pricing has a greater impact...
Research report Democracy and societyIncreasing Productivity through Education and Innovation
Despite rapid technological progress, productivity growth has slowed across advanced economies. In Sweden, as in other advanced economies, productivity growth has been...
Research report Democracy and societySNS Democracy Council Report 2026: The Swedish Riksdag and Democracy
Swedish parliamentary democracy functions well in several respects. Parliament legislates at a stable pace and the scrutiny by the Committee on the...
SNS Research Brief Democracy and societySNS Research Brief 116: The Business Sector and Civil Defense: Strengthening the Legal Framework
The business sector plays a central role in maintaining essential services such as energy, transport, food and water supply, electronic communications, pharmaceuticals and healthcare — all indispensable both...
Research report Labour MarketSwedish Productivity: How Well Are Our Productive Resources Used?
Productivity growth in the Swedish economy has slowed since the early 2000s. Fewer new firms are being started, fewer low‑productivity firms are...
Research report Labour MarketSNS Economic Policy Council Report 2026. Staffing in the Welfare Sector
The welfare sector accounts for one fifth of Sweden’s labor market – yet it also has the lowest wages in the EU compared to the rest of...
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In Charge of SNS Research Programme
Mikael Witterblad leads the work of SNS’s research programme. He holds a PhD in economics from Umeå University and the University of California, Berkeley.
Head of Research Programme, PhD
Mikael Witterblad