Marcel L.A.M. Bogers

Marcel L.A.M. Bogers is a Full Professor of Open & Collaborative Innovation at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), leading the Innovation, Technology Entrepreneurship and Marketing (ITEM) group within the Department of Industrial Engineering & Innovation Sciences. He also holds positions as Affiliated Professor at the University of Copenhagen and Garwood Research Fellow at UC Berkeley. His research focuses on open innovation ecosystems, business model innovation, and addressing societal challenges through collaborative approaches. Bogers has authored over 178 publications and contributed to projects like REWIRE and Fieldlabs@Scale, aiming to foster innovation across sectors. He has received multiple awards, including the Highly Cited Researcher (2019, 2020) and Best Teacher Award (2012).

Education: MSc (distinction) from TU/e, PhD from EPFL (Switzerland), postdoc at University of Southern Denmark. Visiting roles at Chalmers, UC Berkeley, and others. Active in editorial roles for journals like Research Policy and conferences.

Research Interests: Open innovation dynamics, innovation ecosystems, sustainability, and digital transformation. His work spans contexts such as healthcare, food systems, and emerging markets. Recent articles explore AI-driven innovation, public-sector open innovation, and ecosystem governance frameworks.

Grants & Projects: Manages initiatives like the EU-funded COOPERATE project and Fieldlabs@Scale, focusing on circular agriculture and innovation ecosystems. Collaborates globally, emphasizing cross-sector partnerships for societal impact. Supervised 22 student works, advancing innovation management practices.

Awards: Highlights include recognition for research impact, teaching excellence, and contributions to open science. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainability and health.