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Dr. Ashkan Pak Seresht is an Assistant Professor in Strategy and Innovation at Brunel Business School, Brunel University London, and a lecturer in International Business Economics. With a multidisciplinary background (PhD in Business Economics, MSc in Economics and Management, MBA in International Business, BSc in Engineering), he specializes in sustainability, blue economy, circular economy, and technology integration into business practices.
- Lecturer in International Business Economics
- Assistant Professor in Strategy and Innovation
Education:
- BSc in Engineering
- MBA in International Business
- MSc in Economics and Management
- PhD in Business Economics
- CMBE Certified Management & Business Educator (2024)
- i5 PRME Certificate of Engagement (2024)
- Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) (2024)
Research Interests: Dr. Pak Seresht focuses on innovation management in domestic and international business, digitalization of multinational enterprises (MNEs) and SMEs, and circular/sustainable business models in agri-food supply chains. His work explores the intersection of blockchain, AI, IoT, and big data with supply chain sustainability, as well as consumer behavior toward cultured meat and insect-based aquafeed.
Recent Research Trends: His recent publications emphasize blockchain applications in circular economy transitions, consumer evaluation of sustainable food technologies, and institutional distance in international trade. Key projects include co-leading Brunel's Blue Bioeconomy Research Lab and investigating blockchain's role in Swedish food supply chains.
Scientific Awards:
- Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) 2024
- i5 PRME Certificate of Engagement (2024)
- CMBE Certified Management & Business Educator (2024)
Teaching & Supervision: He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in economics for business, international trade, strategic management, and entrepreneurship. As module leader of MG2012 Economics for Business and Management and programme leader for International Business and Entrepreneurship, he supervises BSc, MSc, and PhD theses. Current PhD projects include research on agroforestry in sustainable agriculture and digital twins in energy systems.
Labs & Teams: Dr. Pak Seresht co-leads Brunel's Blue Bioeconomy Research Lab and collaborates with institutions like SLU University (Sweden), Novia University of Applied Sciences (Finland), and Swinburne University (Australia). His research network includes Dr. Georgios Batsakis, Dr. Carolin Decker-Lange, and Professor David Gallear.
