Erik Karger

Dr. Erik Karger is a researcher and Ph.D. student at the University of Duisburg-Essen, affiliated with the Faculty of Computer Science and the Chair of Information Systems and Strategic IT Management. He holds a Master of Science in Business Information Systems and a Bachelor of Science in Operational Economics from the same institution, with a semester abroad at the University of Twente (2018).

Research Focus:

• Artificial Intelligence applications in healthcare, urbanization, and data governance
• Blockchain technology integration in supply chains, smart cities, and financial systems
• Smart city development and digital transformation frameworks

Publication Trends: His 15 most recent works (2025–2022) span computer science, information systems, and interdisciplinary applications of AI/blockchain in urban planning, financial accounting, oncology, and organizational learning. Key subfields include decentralized data ecosystems, triple-entry accounting models, and stress diagnosis platforms.

Scientific Recognition:

• Nominated for Vint Cerf Best Student Paper Award (DESRIST 2025)
• Distinguished reviewer for 'Corporate & Business Strategy Review' (2021)
• Multiple awards at ICIS 2020–2021 for blockchain-AI convergence research

Expert Activities: He serves as a reviewer for journals like Applied Sciences, Artificial Intelligence Review, and conferences including ICIS, ECIS, and PACIS. His supervised theses focus on blockchain applications in agriculture and Industry 4.0.