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Mark Dean is an Adjunct Professor at RMIT University, affiliated with the College of Business and Law. His role involves research and academic contributions focusing on industrial transformation, climate policy, and socio-economic dynamics. He is based at City Campus, Australia, and engages with issues such as deindustrialization, renewable energy workforce futures, and smart city governance.
Dean’s research interests include the intersection of technology and society, industrial policy-making, and the challenges posed by economic restructuring. He explores how public policy can navigate the transition to sustainable industries, particularly in manufacturing and renewable sectors, while addressing workforce development and regional economic resilience. His work also critiques conventional economic systems, emphasizing alternative approaches to climate action and urban development.
His recent articles highlight trends in manufacturing revival, EV industrial opportunities, and post-COVID policy responses to climate change. These themes reflect a focus on leveraging technology and policy for equitable economic futures. While no awards are listed, his contributions to the Australian Industrial Transformation Institute and collaborations with unions like the AEU underscore his commitment to applied research.
Dean has no listed advisees or students. Though no grant details are provided, his research aligns with institutional priorities around innovation hubs (e.g., Tonsley) and the socio-economic impacts of Industry 4.0. He is also involved in studies on parliamentary dynamics, particularly in South Australia, and the ethical dimensions of smart cities through projects like the Carmichael Centre.
