Michael J. Tyworth

Michael J. Tyworth is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Supply Chain & Information Systems at The Pennsylvania State University. His work focuses on organizational identity, social informatics, computer-mediated communication, and information security. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Sciences & Technology (2009), an M.S. in Information Science from Indiana University (2004), and a B.S. in Psychology from Penn State (1992).

His research explores how organizations' technological systems reflect their identities, with a focus on public safety networks, cybersecurity, and criminal justice information systems. Recent studies include architectural patterns of public safety networks, cyber situation awareness frameworks, and integrated criminal justice systems.

Publications highlight themes like interagency collaboration, organizational ICT design, and distributed decision-making in cybersecurity. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing cartographic analysis and qualitative methods.

While specific advising roles or grants are not detailed here, his research consistently addresses real-world challenges in public safety, cybersecurity, and organizational behavior.