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• Aerosols, Air Quality and Climate Change
• Renewable Energy Integration
• Solar Farm Designs
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Dr. K. Max Zhang is a Professor in the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University. He is the director of the Energy and the Environment Research Laboratory (EERL) and a fellow at the Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future. His research is deeply interdisciplinary, focusing on sustainable energy systems, air quality, and environmental justice, with significant impacts on policy and community development in New York and beyond. Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of California-Davis, 2004 B.S., Thermal Engineering, Tianjin University, 1998 B.A., English Language, Tianjin University, 1998 Dr. Zhang’s research centers on the integration of energy and environmental systems. He investigates air pollution dynamics using advanced numerical models like CTAG, with applications in near-source pollution, indoor air quality, and environmental justice. His work on renewable energy systems includes designing sustainable solar farms and managing distributed energy resources such as heat pumps to enhance grid flexibility. He also leads a pioneering initiative to create the first statewide public IoT network in the U.S., enabling hyperlocal weather forecasting and microclimate monitoring. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward agrivoltaics, peer-to-peer energy markets, and IoT-based environmental monitoring. These works demonstrate a consistent focus on data-driven modeling, community-scale energy solutions, and the integration of social considerations into technical systems. The keywords across his articles highlight expertise in sustainability, machine learning, air quality, and energy transition. Cornell Town-Gown Achievement Award (2022) Engaged Scholar Prize, Cornell University (2017) People's Choice Sign of Sustainability Award, Sustainable Tompkins (2016) Scientific and Technological Achievement Award, Environmental Protection Agency (2015) Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Dr. Zhang is actively involved in mentoring students and securing research grants from agencies such as the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaboration across eight Cornell colleges and 16 academic departments. He has led initiatives such as the Cornell Atkinson Academic Venture Fund projects and the development of a county-level energy roadmap for Tompkins County. He also teaches courses in engineering thermodynamics, future energy systems, and air quality, emphasizing experiential and community-based learning. Dr. Zhang leads the Energy and the Environment Research Laboratory (EERL) and collaborates with the Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future. His lab functions as a hub for innovation in sustainable communities, combining advanced modeling with real-world applications. Through partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, and industry, his team develops science-driven solutions to urban and rural sustainability challenges.

Kelly LayneView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
• Simulated Learning
• Occupational Balance
• +3 more

Kelly Layne, PhD, OTD, OTR, is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Occupational Therapy within Robbins College of Health & Human Sciences at Baylor University. She plays a key role in the Baylor Doctor of Occupational Therapy program, focusing on innovative educational practices. Bachelor of Science in Biology (1998), University of Southwestern Louisiana Master of Occupational Therapy (2001), University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (2003), University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Master of Philosophy in Education (2024) and PhD in Education (2025) with emphasis on technology and design Dr. Layne's research centers on the scholarship of teaching and learning, simulated learning, and occupational balance. Her work explores virtual debriefing in graduate health sciences education and experiential learning theory in occupational therapy. She has developed hybrid and face-to-face OT program content and co-authored a textbook chapter on these topics. Her peer-reviewed publications address education, international collaboration, and community practice in occupational therapy. She has presented nationally and internationally on innovative educational practices and holds certifications in breastfeeding and cognition. Her professional activities extend to pro-bono services for community-based organizations serving adults, older adults, individuals with mental illnesses, and breastfeeding mothers.

Deborah RichardsView profile

Professor

• Intelligent Virtual Agents
• Virtual Reality for Education and Health
• Health Informatics
• +5 more

Deborah Richards is a Professor in the School of Computing at Macquarie University, affiliated with the Ethics and Agency Research Centre, Performance and Expertise Research Centre, and Frontier AI Research Centre. She holds roles as Industry and External Relations Director for the School and Director of the Virtual Reality Lab. Her research focuses on Intelligent Virtual Agents, Virtual Reality applications in education and health, knowledge acquisition, and cybersecurity ethics. She has authored over 425 publications and led 19 research projects, including studies on AI in healthcare and ethical AI design. Education: PhD (Artificial Intelligence, Macquarie University), MAppSc (Information Studies), BBus (Computing and MIS), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (Leadership and Management). She advises on PhD and MRes students in Intelligent Virtual Agents research. Research interests include virtual agents for health behavior change, AI ethics, and educational technology. Notable projects include the eADVICE web-based management system for urinary incontinence and the development of embodied conversational agents for wellbeing support. Awards include the ABC Science Media Fellowship (2005) and Vice-Chancellor’s Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2017). Grants and collaborations span health informatics, cybersecurity, and AI ethics. She co-leads initiatives like the Respectful Maternity Care study and the Virtual Reality Lab’s immersive learning environments. Future work emphasizes ethical AI integration in education and healthcare.

Katerina MarcoulidesView profile

Associate Professor

• Data Mining
• Structural Equation Modeling
• Longitudinal Data Analysis
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Dr. Katerina Marcoulides is an Associate Professor in the Quantitative and Psychometric Methods Program at the University of Minnesota's Department of Psychology. She is affiliated with the Minnesota Population Center and serves as Co-Chair of the Structural Equation Modeling Special Interest Group (SEM SIG) for the American Educational Research Association. Her research focuses on advanced data mining and modeling techniques for complex longitudinal data, particularly applied to developmental processes in economically disadvantaged immigrant children. She holds a PhD in Quantitative Psychology from Arizona State University, an MA from UC Davis, and a BA from UC Santa Barbara. Education: PhD: Quantitative Psychology, Arizona State University MA: Quantitative Psychology, University of California, Davis BA: Psychology (minor in Education), University of California, Santa Barbara Research Interests: Dr. Marcoulides develops and applies statistical methods such as structural equation modeling (SEM), Bayesian synthesis, and data fusion to study developmental and educational processes. Her work emphasizes longitudinal data analysis, item response theory, and multilevel modeling. Recent projects include NIH-funded research on parenting, marginalization, and well-being during the pandemic. Awards: APS Rising Star Award (2021) NIH Grant Award Teaching & Collaboration: She teaches courses on SEM, multilevel modeling, and data analysis at the University of Minnesota. Previously at the University of Florida, she contributed to workshops on educational data mining and served as an APA Advanced Training Institute presenter. Her interdisciplinary collaborations span population studies, health inequities, and workforce research. Labs & Groups: She leads the Data Analytics and Visualization Lab and actively participates in the Minnesota Population Center, integrating computational and statistical innovations with real-world applications.

Raquel FernándezView profile

Professor

• Computational Linguistics
• Dialogue Systems
• Cognitive Science
• +3 more

Raquel Fernández is Full Professor of Computational Linguistics and Dialogue Systems at the University of Amsterdam, where she leads the Dialogue Modelling Group at the Institute for Logic, Language & Computation (ILLC). As Vice-Director for Research at ILLC and a Fellow of the ELLIS Society, she bridges computational linguistics, cognitive science, and artificial intelligence through her research on language use in multimodal and conversational contexts. PhD in Computational Linguistics from King's College London Prior research positions at University of Potsdam and Stanford University's CSLI Her work explores how cognitive constraints, social interaction, and perception shape language use, with a focus on: Visually-grounded language processing Multimodal dialogue modeling Model uncertainty and calibration Language grounding in multimodal data Language learning and semantic change Dialogue reference resolution Recent publications analyze multimodal reasoning limitations, cross-lingual knowledge consistency, and uncertainty modeling in dialogue systems. She has received multiple accolades including an ERC Consolidator Grant , NWO VENI/VIDI/Aspasia fellowships , and EMNLP/GenBench awards . Outstanding Paper Award (EMNLP 2023) Best Data Award (GenBench Workshop 2023) ELLIS Society Fellow ERC Consolidator Grant #819455 recipient NWO VENI/VIDI/Aspasia awardee As a leader in academic service, she serves on the SIGDAT Executive Committee and chairs multiple conference committees. Her lab develops models for multimodal dialogue, visual storytelling, and grounded language understanding.

• Speech-Language Pathology
• Pediatric Speech Sound Disorders
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
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Jennifer C. Dalton serves as Associate Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders within Appalachian State University's Beaver College of Health Sciences. With over 15 years of higher education experience, she provides strategic leadership in curriculum development, program assessment, and student success initiatives across the undergraduate program. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Speech and Hearing Sciences, UNC Chapel Hill (2012) M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Appalachian State University (1999) M.B.A., Appalachian State University B.S. in Speech Pathology and Audiology, Kent State University (1997) Dr. Dalton's research bridges clinical practice and educational innovation, focusing on pediatric speech disorders while advancing scholarship in teaching methodologies. Her work examines how experiential education builds graduate competencies and how employment prospects influence student retention, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based program development. Recent publications demonstrate consistent output in higher education scholarship, with three peer-reviewed articles published between 2023-2024 addressing pandemic-era pedagogy, graduate training, and student retention analytics. These works highlight her dual expertise in clinical communication sciences and educational leadership. Her academic recognition includes: 2021 Beaver College of Health Sciences Outstanding Teaching Award 2023 UNC System Academic Affairs Faculty Fellowship Dr. Dalton actively secures program development grants that enhance student learning outcomes through innovative curriculum design. As program director, she oversees clinical education pathways while maintaining her ASHA clinical certification and Quality Matters online teaching credentials. Her leadership emphasizes inclusive education practices that prepare diverse learners for professional success in dynamic healthcare environments. Though not leading a named laboratory, Dr. Dalton is central to departmental research through her scholarship of teaching and learning, influencing clinical education standards across the discipline.

Remko Van HoekView profile

Professor

• Supply Chain Management
• Procurement
• Sourcing
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Remko Van Hoek serves as Professor of Practice in the Department of Supply Chain Management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas. He teaches Sourcing and Procurement courses across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Prior to joining the University of Arkansas, Dr. Van Hoek held academic positions in Europe and served as a visiting professor at Cranfield School of Management, complemented by extensive industry experience as a supply chain and procurement executive at global corporations including Nike, PwC, and The Walt Disney Company. He currently serves on the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Board of Directors and acts as executive director of the CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame hosted by the Walton College. Dr. Van Hoek's research centers on digital transformation in procurement and supply chain management, with particular focus on blockchain implementation, artificial intelligence applications, and sustainable sourcing practices. His work investigates how emerging technologies reshape procurement processes, supplier relationship management, and risk mitigation strategies. He explores innovative approaches to supplier diversity programs, ethical sourcing frameworks, and the strategic evolution of procurement from cost reduction to value creation. His research consistently bridges academic theory with industry practice through case studies from major corporations, developing actionable frameworks for practitioners facing digital disruption and sustainability challenges. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals dominant themes in AI-driven supply chain risk prevention, blockchain implementation for transparency, and sustainable supplier engagement. His work demonstrates consistent industry collaboration, drawing from case studies at Walmart, Moet Hennessy, and Bayer to address post-pandemic resilience challenges. A significant portion examines procurement's strategic evolution beyond transactional functions, with recurring emphasis on ethical considerations in digital transformation and the practical implementation barriers for emerging technologies in global supply networks. As a Professor of Practice, Dr. Van Hoek integrates executive-level industry experience into curriculum development and student mentorship. His industry-engaged teaching model includes guest lecturer programs connecting students with supply chain practitioners, as evidenced by his co-authored work on integrating industry insights into supply chain education. While specific grant funding details are not publicly documented, his leadership in the CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame demonstrates commitment to professional development and industry-academia knowledge transfer. Dr. Van Hoek directs the CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Fame initiative, which documents transformative contributions to supply chain management through interviews with industry pioneers and historical case studies. This platform serves as both an educational resource for Walton College students and a professional development tool for supply chain practitioners globally. The Hall of Fame preserves critical industry knowledge while highlighting contemporary innovations in supply chain strategy and technology implementation.

Azad J NaeemiView profile

Professor

• Nanotechnology
• Nanoelectronics
• Spintronics
• +5 more

Azad J Naeemi is a Professor holding the Dean's Professorship in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the IEEE Journal on Exploratory Computational Devices and Circuits and Associate Director for Computation of the NSF-supported National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI). His educational background includes a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Sharif University (1994) and M.S./Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Georgia Tech (2001/2003). Prior to academia, he worked as a design engineer in Tehran (1994-1999) and as a research engineer at Georgia Tech's Microelectronics Research Center (2004-2008). Professor Naeemi's research spans nanotechnology with focus on emerging nanoelectronic devices, spintronics, ferroelectric devices, and design technology co-optimization for CMOS/beyond-CMOS technologies. His work bridges materials, devices, circuits, and systems, particularly investigating integrated circuits based on nanoscale devices and interconnects. Educational research includes experiential learning environments for engineering education. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on spin-orbit torque MRAM, ternary content addressable memories, ferroelectric/antiferroelectric devices, and plasmonic circuits. Key trends include energy-efficient hardware accelerators, neuromorphic computing applications, and compact modeling for advanced technology nodes. His scientific honors include: IEEE Solid-State Circuits Society James Meindl Innovators Award (2022) IEEE Electron Devices Society Paul Rappaport Award (2008) NSF CAREER Award (2013) SRC Inventor Recognition Award (2010) Multiple Georgia Tech teaching awards Professor Naeemi leads research supported by NSF (including NNCI infrastructure) and SRC. His editorial role with IEEE JXCDC positions him at the forefront of exploratory computational devices. He previously served as General Co-Chair for the IEEE International Interconnect Technology Conference (2013). His work connects with Georgia Tech's Microelectronics Research Center and national nanotechnology initiatives through the NNCI network, focusing on computational infrastructure for nanoscale device characterization and design.

Ethan MollickView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Generative AI Applications
• Entrepreneurship
• +5 more

Ethan Mollick is the Ralph J. Roberts Distinguished Faculty Scholar, Rowan Fellow, and Associate Professor of Management at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He serves as Co-Director of the Generative AI Labs at Wharton, where he researches AI's impact on work, entrepreneurship, and education. His academic background includes a PhD and MBA from MIT's Sloan School of Management and a bachelor's degree from Harvard University. Mollick's research spans artificial intelligence applications in business and education, entrepreneurship dynamics, and innovation management. He explores how generative AI transforms classroom education through simulations like PitchQuest, and investigates startup funding disparities with a focus on gender representation. His work on the 'jagged technological frontier' demonstrates how humans integrate AI capabilities through Centaur and Cyborg approaches. His publications reveal consistent focus on practical AI implementation, with recent work examining prompt engineering for diverse idea generation, AI-assisted teaching strategies, and gender representation tipping points in venture capital. The research shows increasing emphasis on educational applications since 2022, coinciding with the ChatGPT breakthrough. MBA Professor of the Year Award, Poets & Quants (2024) Named to TIME Magazine's Most Influential People in Artificial Intelligence ASQ Award for Scholarly Contribution (2024) Greif Research Impact Award (2020) McGraw-Hill/Academy of Management Innovation in Entrepreneurship Pedagogy Award (2016) As Co-Director of Wharton's Generative AI Labs, Mollick leads prototype development and research on human-AI collaboration. His teaching includes Technology Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation courses where he implements AI simulations. He has advised numerous organizations and co-founded a startup prior to academia, bringing practical experience to his research on solo versus team ventures. Mollick directs Wharton Interactive's game development initiatives, creating educational simulations including PitchQuest (AI-powered VC simulator), The Saturn Parable (crisis management), and The Entrepreneurship Game. His lab work focuses on creating scalable AI educational tools that provide personalized learning experiences through simulated practice environments.

Aspy P. PaliaView profile

Professor

• Marketing Decision Support Systems
• Countertrade in Asia-Pacific
• Strategic Market Planning
• +4 more

Aspy P. Palia is a Professor of Marketing at the Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii at Manoa. He has held academic roles since 1984, including visiting professorships at institutions such as Singapore Management University, Chulalongkorn University, and the National University of Singapore. His research focuses on Marketing Decision Support Systems, Countertrade in Asia-Pacific, and experiential learning methodologies. He has published extensively in journals like European Journal of Marketing and Developments in Business Simulation and Experiential Learning , with a recent emphasis on virtual scaffolding and engagement in educational simulations. His work has earned multiple best paper awards and nominations. Dr. Palia's education includes a DBA in International Business from Kent State University (1985), an MBA from the University of Hawaii (1976), and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bangalore (1966). His teaching spans global institutions, emphasizing strategic marketing and decision-making tools. Notable awards include the 2017 Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award and the 2011 Fellowship from the Association for Business Simulations and Experiential Learning. His research contributions bridge theoretical marketing frameworks with practical applications, particularly in leveraging technology for pedagogical innovation. Collaborations with organizations like the Japan America Institute of Management Science further underscore his engagement with global academic networks.

Mark ThouinView profile

Clinical Professor

• Information Systems Education
• Experiential Learning
• Postsecondary Leadership
• +3 more

Mark Thouin is a Clinical Professor of Information Systems and Associate Dean for Graduate Programs - Academic Operations at The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas), Jindal School of Management. He holds an MBA from George Mason University and a PhD from Texas Tech University. His research focuses on IT business value, experiential learning, and postsecondary leadership, with notable contributions to information systems curriculum development and agile methodologies. He teaches courses like Business Analytics with SAS and Agile Project Management. His awards include the Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award from UT Dallas Jindal School of Management and AITP Region 3 Star Performer of the Year. His recent articles emphasize competency models in information systems education, experiential learning simulations for agile methodologies, and curriculum standards through collaborations like ACM/AIS IS2020 initiatives. Education: PhD, Texas Tech University, 2007 MBA, George Mason University, 2004 BS, Virginia Tech, 1992 Professional Organizations: Association for Information Systems (AIS) Society for Information Management Association for Computing Machinery His work bridges academic curriculum design with industry needs, particularly through competency-based frameworks and experiential learning approaches. He has contributed to global standards for information systems graduate programs (MSIS 2016) and undergraduate curriculum guidelines (IS2020).

Yu XiaoView profile

Associate Professor

• Edge Computing
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Wearable Computing
• +7 more

Yu Xiao is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information and Communications Engineering, Aalto University, specializing in edge computing, extended reality (XR), wearable computing, and crowdsensing. Their research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and technology innovation. Active in mobile cloud computing and decentralized systems Principal Investigator in EU-funded projects (EMIL, TUTL) Expert in 5G networks, autonomous systems, and human activity recognition Yu Xiao's work spans interdisciplinary domains, including healthcare (cardiovascular resuscitation devices) and urban mobility (autonomous vehicle interactions). They have received multiple awards, including Best Paper Awards and Nokia Foundation Scholarships. Focus on low-latency communication and multiagent reinforcement learning Developed frameworks like FediLive for decentralized social networks Contributed to 128+ publications and software tools Recent collaborations include institutions like Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and participation in IEEE committees. Their research integrates blockchain for secure IoT communication and advanced AR applications.

Angelique JenneyView profile

Associate Professor

• Child Mental Health
• Gender-Based Violence
• Trauma-Informed Practice
• +3 more

Dr. Angelique Jenney is an Associate Professor and the Wood’s Homes Research Chair in Children’s Mental Health at the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary. With over 25 years of experience in gender-based violence, child protection, and children’s mental health sectors, she specializes in trauma-informed approaches and simulation-based learning methodologies. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Social Work – University of Toronto (2011) Master of Social Work (MSW) – Wilfrid Laurier University (1998) Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology Co-op Program – University of Guelph (1995) Her research focuses on child mental health , gender-based violence , trauma across the lifespan , and simulation-based learning . She develops tools to enhance clinical competencies through experiential training, addressing gaps in child protection responses to violence and trauma. Dr. Jenney’s publications highlight innovative practices such as virtual simulations for interdisciplinary education, narrative shelter models for resilience, and trauma-informed interventions with perpetrators. Her work bridges academic research and frontline practice, emphasizing practical knowledge dissemination to parents and policymakers. Faculty Publication Award (2017–2022) Faculty of Social Work Early Career Researcher Award (2021) Teaching Experiential Learning Initiatives Teaching Award (2023) She collaborates with agencies like the Hotchkiss Brain Institute and Mathison Centre for Mental Health Research and Education, contributing to policy development and training frameworks in child welfare.

Gavin SchwarzView profile

Professor

• Organizational Change
• Organizational Failure and Inertia
• Virtual Teams
• +2 more

Gavin Schwarz is a Professor and Head of School at the School of Management and Governance within the UNSW Business School . He specializes in organizational change , organizational failure and inertia , and the dynamics of virtual teams , with a focus on how organizations fail during change processes and how to develop applied strategies for change management . His work spans diverse sectors including healthcare, technology, and education, with publications in leading journals such as Academy of Management Learning and Education and Administrative Science Quarterly . Education : PhD in Management (University of Queensland), MPhil (Hons) in Management (University of Auckland), BA in Management and English (University of Auckland). Grants : 2020 Brock University grant for "University communication in times of COVID-19" , 2020 UNSW Medicine grant for "Translation and change: Embedding effective change management in health" , and earlier Australian Research Council and Gordon J. Samuels Fellowship awards. His research explores the development of knowledge in organizational theories , with an emphasis on collective responses to change , HR management during crises , and technology strategy . He has contributed to understanding organizational communication , team innovation , and structural inertia . His 15 most recent publications cover topics from AI’s role in organizational change to pandemic-driven research adaptation, with keywords spanning management science , behavioral economics , and digital transformation . Scientific Awards 2021-2023 : Outstanding Reviewer Awards (Academy of Management Review) 2017-2020 : Best Reviewer Awards (Journal of Organizational Behavior) 2019, 2013, 2011 : Best Paper Finalist/Awardee (Academy of Management divisions) 2007, 2006 : Editorial Board Excellence (Academy of Management Journal) and Gordon J. Samuels Fellowship As an active supervisor in organizational change and HR development , his work supports healthcare innovation and digital transformation. He serves as Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Applied Behavioral Science and is on the editorial boards of Academy of Management Review , Journal of Management , and Journal of Organizational Behavior . Contact: g.schwarz@unsw.edu.au

Ron MitchellView profile

Professor

• Entrepreneurship
• Stakeholder Theory
• Technology Commercialization
• +7 more

Ronald K. Mitchell is the Jean Austin Bagley Regents Chair in Management and Professor of Entrepreneurship at Texas Tech University’s Rawls College of Business. He holds dual citizenship in the U.S. and Canada, with a CPA license from Utah (1978) and a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Utah (1994). His academic career spans roles at institutions like the University of Victoria (1994–2005), where he held the Francis G. Winspear Chair in Public Policy and Business. Education highlights include a Bachelors in Commerce from the University of Calgary (1976), CPA certification (1978), and a PhD in Business Admin (1994). His research focuses on entrepreneurship, stakeholder theory, technology commercialization, and international business practices. He is a recognized expert in entrepreneurial cognition and pedagogy, having developed innovative teaching methods including the experiential/hybrid-case method and web-based venture screening tools. Key research interests center on value creation through stakeholder engagement, entrepreneurial expertise development, and transaction systems theory. His work emphasizes the interplay between cognition, institutional environments, and ethical decision-making in business ecosystems. Notable contributions include pioneering frameworks for stakeholder salience and co-authoring foundational texts like Toward a Theory of Stakeholder Identification and Salience (1997). Awards include the Stanford Top 2% Global Researcher recognition (2021), TTU’s Barnie E. Rushing Research Award (2021), and the Heizer Dissertation Award (1995). He has advised on strategic initiatives such as the TTU System’s Possibilities Project (2007) and served in leadership roles for organizations like the Academy of Management’s Entrepreneurship Division. Professional service includes roles on institutional committees at Texas Tech (e.g., Promotion & Tenure Committee) and national/international bodies like the International Association for Business and Society. His teaching innovations include co-authoring case-based entrepreneurship textbooks and developing simulation tools for venture analysis. Ronald Mitchell’s work bridges theory and practice, with over 100 scholarly publications in top-tier journals like Academy of Management Review and Journal of Business Venturing . His research has influenced policies on technology transfer, entrepreneurial education, and stakeholder-centric corporate governance models.