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Antoine Vernet serves as Associate Professor in Management at University College London's Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, bringing expertise from his PhD in Sociology (Université Paris-Ouest Nanterre La Défense, 2010) and recognition as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2018). Previously a research associate at Imperial College Business School's Business Analytics centre, he bridges sociological theory with sustainable construction management.
His educational credentials include:
- PhD in Sociology, Université Paris-Ouest Nanterre La Défense (2010)
- HEA Fellowship, University College London (2018)
Vernet's research examines decision-making and behavioral adaptation through social network lenses, with core interests in organizational behavior, innovation management, and sustainable development. His work investigates how network structures influence trust dynamics in professional settings, leadership effectiveness, and community development—particularly in energy access and healthcare innovation contexts. This interdisciplinary approach connects sociology, management, and sustainability science to address real-world challenges.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on network theory applications across diverse sectors: gender dynamics in professional networks (2022), rural electrification in Kenya (2019), and small-world network classification (2017). His scholarship strongly aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 5 (Gender Equality), 7 (Affordable Energy), and 9 (Industry Innovation), demonstrating practical relevance to global sustainability challenges while maintaining methodological rigor in network analysis.
His scientific recognition includes:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Vernet actively contributes to major initiatives including the Crossrail Innovation Programme evaluation and Global Healthcare Innovation Index development, indicating substantial grant-funded research activity. His teaching spans undergraduate Management and dissertation supervision to postgraduate social network analysis and organizational design courses, reflecting deep integration of research and pedagogy. While specific student names aren't documented, his dissertation module supervision confirms advisory roles, and his past instruction in Business Analytics and Innovation Economics demonstrates curriculum leadership.
