Allison Stewart

Dr. Allison Stewart is a Research Fellow at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and an Associate Fellow, specializing in major project management and mega-event planning. She currently teaches at the Victorian Major Projects Leadership Academy in Australia while working with the Victorian government on infrastructure initiatives, including a landmark study on driverless and zero-emission vehicles. Her academic background includes a doctorate from Oxford focused on mega-project management.

Her research interests span cost overrun analysis, Olympic legacy planning, infrastructure development, and the governance challenges of large-scale projects. Notable work includes the Oxford Olympics Study analyzing cost overruns at Games since 1960, and studies on misinformation in research contexts. Her findings have influenced global media outlets including the BBC, Financial Times, and Wall Street Journal.

Publications reflect a focus on transparency in mega-events, risk management frameworks, and knowledge dynamics in complex systems. Though no formal awards are listed, her work demonstrates significant impact on policy and academic discourse around project governance. Current projects emphasize sustainable infrastructure solutions for emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles.