📄 Abstract
University-led incubation ecosystems have emerged as critical instruments for fostering entrepreneurial growth and innovation within knowledge-based economies. This study examines the effectiveness of university-led incubation ecosystems in promoting startup formation, innovation outcomes, resource accessibility, and venture sustainability, while also analyzing the influence of structural characteristics and contextual factors on ecosystem performance. Using a multidimensional analytical framework, the study highlights how incubation models, institutional support mechanisms, and socio-economic environments shape entrepreneurial outcomes. The findings indicate that well-structured incubation ecosystems significantly enhance startup creation, innovation capacity, and long-term venture survival. Moreover, the alignment between incubation design and regional innovation contexts is found to be essential for maximizing ecosystem impact. The study contributes to entrepreneurship and innovation literature by providing a holistic understanding of incubation effectiveness beyond traditional performance metrics. Practically, it offers insights for universities and policymakers seeking to optimize incubation strategies to support sustainable and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems.
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📚 How to Cite:
Swati Kulkarni , Harshitha Priyanka , SHAPING NEXT GEN START-UP INNOVATION: STUDY ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF UNIVERSITY LED INCUBATION ECOSYSTEM IN FOSTERING ENTREPRENEURIAL GROWTH , Volume 13 , Issue 6, June 2026, EPRA International Journal of Environmental Economics, Commerce and Educational Management(ECEM) , Pages: 329 - 333 ,