Find Academic Supervisors

David Ashmore is a Lecturer in Engineering Economics at the University of Southampton, specializing in transport sector reform, infrastructure procurement, service contract franchising, and public policy. He has over 30 years of international experience working with engineers, policymakers, regulators, and multilateral donors across the UK, Europe, India, the Americas, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions. Transport Economics Infrastructure Procurement Public-Private Partnerships Policy Analysis His recent research explores sustainable mobility transitions, including ride-hailing dynamics in Indian cities, hydrogen truck adoption in Australia, and equitable infrastructure systems amid rapid urbanization. He emphasizes multistakeholder collaboration and policy innovation in transport reforms. Key publication trends focus on zero-emissions transportation, PPP challenges, automated planning tools, and formal-informal sector integration in developing countries. Articles span conference proceedings, journal articles, and policy-oriented outputs. David serves as a Visiting Research Fellow at the Technical University of Dresden and holds memberships in the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and the Institution of Transportation Engineers. He actively supervises PhD students and leads global transport policy research initiatives.

• transport sector reform
• infrastructure procurement
• service contract franchising
• +3 more

Dr Clare McTigue is a Lecturer in Public Sector Innovation at the Business School of Edinburgh Napier University and a member of the Unity Lab Team. Her work bridges transport policy, sustainable urban mobility, and emerging technologies, with a strong focus on policy implementation challenges in public transport systems. Her research interests include transport policy implementation , public sector innovation , bus policy reform , sustainable transport , stakeholder engagement , and the integration of emerging technologies such as hydrogen-electric aviation and autonomous vehicles. She employs both qualitative and quantitative methods, with recent work applying advanced statistical modeling to road safety data. Her recent publications span high-impact journals including Transport Policy , Analytic Methods in Accident Research , and Utilities Policy . The articles reflect a consistent focus on policy barriers, governance models, and technological innovation, particularly in the UK context. A notable trend is her growing emphasis on public acceptance of novel transport systems, as seen in the HEART project research. Dr McTigue has been involved in significant research projects, including the HEART (Hydrogen Electric and Automated Regional Transportation) project funded by Innovate UK, which aims to develop the world’s first hydrogen-powered, automated aircraft for sub-regional travel. This project highlights her engagement with cutting-edge, interdisciplinary transport solutions. She is also affiliated with the Unity Lab Team , which supports collaborative innovation in public services. Though no formal awards are mentioned, her work has been presented at international conferences such as the World Conference on Transport Research in Shanghai. Dr McTigue contributes to doctoral education through supervision and research collaboration. While no current advisees are listed, she completed her own PhD on barriers to bus policy implementation, demonstrating deep expertise in the field.

• Transport Policy
• Public Sector Innovation
• Sustainable Transport
• +7 more

Dr Carolin Decker-Lange is a Senior Lecturer in Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Brunel Business School (BBS), joining in February 2023. She previously held academic positions at The Open University, UWE Bristol Business School, the University of Bremen, and WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management in Germany. Her research spans strategy, entrepreneurship, and sustainability, with a focus on organizational development, interorganizational collaboration, and the Blue Economy. PhD in Management and Habilitation from Freie Universität Berlin Visiting Research Fellow at German Maritime Museum – Leibniz Institute for Maritime History Co-leader of BBS's Blue Economy Research Lab Member of BAM Peer Review College, Strategic Management Society, and Scientific Advisory Board of German Maritime Museum Her research interests bridge strategy and entrepreneurship, examining corporate restructuring, family business governance, innovation in SMEs, and entrepreneurship education. Recent work explores the Blue Economy's potential for global strategy, including ocean impact startups and coastal resilience. She applies mixed-methods research and leads teaching modules such as Strategic Management (UG, PG) and Managing for the Future (MBA). Her publications address topics like sustainable blue bioeconomy, entrepreneurship education outcomes, brand licensing strategies, and dynamic capabilities in SMEs. She has secured internal grants for teaching-related projects at the Open University, including studies on student retention and employability. She has supervised/co-supervised eight PhD students to completion and currently oversees organizational ambidexterity research at BBS. She serves as an external examiner at Cranfield University and the University of Strathclyde. Scientific awards include her Visiting Research Fellowship at the German Maritime Museum. Her teaching roles and research leadership highlight her interdisciplinary contributions to strategy, entrepreneurship, and sustainable business practices.

• Strategy
• Entrepreneurship
• Organizational Development and Change
• +7 more

Dr. Jonathan Kimmitt is a researcher in the Department of Management and Marketing at Durham University , focusing on social entrepreneurship, institutional logics, and public management reform. His work explores entrepreneurial dynamics in peripheral and deprived contexts, particularly in Latin America and emerging economies. Current Affiliation : Department of Management and Marketing, Durham University Email : jonathan.kimmitt@durham.ac.uk Research Interests include: Social entrepreneurship Rural and cultural entrepreneurship Institutional complexity Public-private partnerships Policy innovation in emerging economies Recent Publications examine: Evolution of social entrepreneurship ideologies in Chile Resilience in extreme entrepreneurial contexts Role of place in entrepreneurial storytelling Blockchain applications for social businesses

• Social Entrepreneurship
• Rural Entrepreneurship
• Institutional Logics
• +2 more

Christof Backhaus is a Visiting Professor at the Business School of Edinburgh Napier University. He has previously held full professorships at Newcastle University Business School (2013–2016) and Aston Business School (2016–2020), and served as Assistant Professor at several German universities. His research is centered on retail and services marketing, with a strong emphasis on practical application through collaborations with industry leaders such as Allianz SE, Vodafone, and Volkswagen AG. Education: PhD, University of Münster, Germany Christof Backhaus’s research interests include retail marketing, services marketing, service innovation, customer and partner relationship management, marketing control, and sponsorship. His work frequently explores how cultural, emotional, and technological factors influence consumer behavior and business performance. He has published in leading journals such as the Journal of Retailing, Journal of Marketing, and Psychology & Marketing. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on consumer behavior, brand strategy, and innovation, with increasing attention to sustainability (e.g., green innovations), digital transformation (e.g., content marketing, influencer strategies), and cross-cultural decision-making (e.g., travel planning horizons). His recent contributions also extend into health and public policy domains, such as telemedicine and active mobility incentives. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed in the provided text. Christof Backhaus is actively involved in research supervision and project leadership. He currently serves as Second Supervisor for PhD candidates Kenan Wallace and Jeremy Lowe. He is also leading funded research projects such as Great Expectations! The Reality of Police Officers' Psychological Contracts (funded by Scottish Institute for Policing Research) and Incentives to Motivate Active Mobility (funded by EIT Urban Mobility). These projects highlight his interdisciplinary reach into organizational psychology and sustainable urban development. Labs and Research Groups: Social Sciences Research Group, Edinburgh Napier University Collaborations with industry and public sector organizations

• Marketing
• Retail Marketing
• Services Marketing
• +12 more