Tian Chen

Tian Chen is an Assistant Professor at the Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii at Manoa, based in Room BusAd C-501e. His research focuses on firm innovation, technology markets, and corporate strategy. He holds a PhD and MBA from the University of North Carolina, and a BA in Chemistry and Economics from Cornell University.

• Education:
  • PhD, University of North Carolina
  • MBA, University of North Carolina
  • BA in Chemistry and Economics, Cornell University

Research Interests: Chen’s work explores how firms innovate, leverage technology markets, and strategize within competitive environments. His studies in the Geography of Innovation highlight regional drivers of technological advancement. Prior to academia, he worked at Capital One Financial, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, and AT&T, providing industry context to his research.

Grants & Labs: No specific grants or labs mentioned in available data. For advising, no students are listed, but his research areas likely attract candidates in innovation management and corporate strategy.