Christoph Buck

Prof. Dr. Christoph Buck serves as Professor of IT Entrepreneurship and IT Innovation Management at the Faculty of Computer Science, Augsburg University of Applied Sciences (Technische Hochschule Augsburg). He holds multiple leadership roles including Head of THA_funkenwerk – Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Director of the Research Institute for Information Management, and Director of the Business Informatics division of the Fraunhofer Institute for Technology Assessment and Innovation (FIT). As founder of the Digital Sports Lab and co-founder of the Digital Innovation Workshop, he bridges academic research with practical applications in digital transformation.

His research spans digital innovation, twin transformation, and entrepreneurship education, with particular focus on digital business models, digital sports, and social innovation. Prof. Buck's work examines how digital technologies transform traditional industries and create new entrepreneurial opportunities. His research has significant practical implications for businesses navigating digital transformation.

Prof. Buck has published extensively in top-tier journals including The Journal of Strategic Information Systems, Journal of Business Research, Communications of the Association for Information Systems, and European Sport Management Quarterly. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on practical applications of digital innovation across various sectors including healthcare, sports, public services, and SMEs. His research shows particular strength in translating theoretical frameworks into actionable business strategies.

As an educator, Prof. Buck teaches courses on innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation, with offerings like 'Together we shape the future - The Innovation Seminar' open to all faculties. He actively supervises student theses and provides comprehensive support resources for academic work.

His leadership at THA_funkenwerk positions him at the forefront of startup incubation in the Augsburg region, connecting academic research with entrepreneurial practice. Through his various roles, Prof. Buck creates significant opportunities for students to engage with real-world innovation challenges while contributing to the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.