Brian Manata

Brian Manata is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Arts and Sciences at Pennsylvania State University. He holds a B.A. from William Paterson University (2009), an M.A. (2011), and a Ph.D. (2015) from Michigan State University. His research focuses on organizational behavior, group dynamics, and leadership behaviors, particularly their impact on group performance. He adopts quantitative methodologies and has published in journals like Human Communication Research and Group Dynamics: Theory, Research, and Practice. His teaching includes courses on organizational communication (CAS 452W) and general communication theory (CAS 303).

Research themes include leader-member exchange (LMX), team cohesion, social media influence, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent work examines superdiffusers' roles in cross-cultural contexts and the effects of workplace inclusion on assimilation. No scientific awards are listed, and no grant information is provided. His CV highlights interdisciplinary projects in construction management and academic collaboration strategies.