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Jose Christian is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Business and Law, University of Brighton, where he is an active member of the Digital Innovation and Transformation Research Excellence Group. His work bridges academic research and practical innovation, particularly in digital platforms and open innovation ecosystems.
Education:
- PhD in Innovation Management, University of Brighton (2011–2016)
- Master in Global Business Strategy, London Metropolitan University (2006–2008)
- Bachelor in International Relations, University of Portsmouth (1999–2003)
His research centers on digital innovation communities, exploring themes such as open innovation, user-led innovation, digital platform strategy, and data science applications in innovation networks. He applies novel data science techniques to analyze online innovation ecosystems and informal innovation practices. His work has contributed to major European projects including CRE8TV, SPARK, and INSPIRE, where he investigated value appropriation in digital marketplaces, innovation support for social enterprises, and tools for SME open innovation.
His recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong focus on open innovation in SMEs, equity crowdfunding dynamics influenced by Brexit and the pandemic, and user-driven product life extension in digital cultures. These works span disciplines including business, management, finance, and digital sociology, with recurring subfields such as innovation governance, crowdfunding success factors, and collaborative software development.
Scientific Awards:
- No awards explicitly mentioned.
Jose Christian is actively involved in supervising research and has contributed to multiple funded projects, including EU Horizon 2020 and ERDF grants. He leads modules in Managing Digital Transformation and Strategy, applying an action learning and project-based pedagogy that emphasizes experiential entrepreneurship education. He is also engaged in developing innovation tools and supports open innovation professionalization in European SMEs.
Labs and Research Groups:
- Digital Innovation and Transformation Research Excellence Group, University of Brighton
- Contributor to INSPIRE, DRIVA, and CRE8TV research projects
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