Peggy Gregory

Dr. Peggy Gregory is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Glasgow’s School of Computing Science, specializing in empirical software engineering with a focus on human and socio-technical aspects. Her research explores agile methodologies, sustainability practices, and IT workplace dynamics through qualitative methods, often collaborating with industry partners. She chairs the XP Conference Series Steering Committee and co-founded the Agile Research Network, fostering long-term industry-academia collaborations. Key research interests include agile transformation, software project management, and ethical software engineering practices.

Her education and professional background are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but her extensive industry partnerships highlight practical relevance. Research grants include funding from the Agile Business Consortium (2017–2026), DSDM grants (2013–2016), and a Case Study Award for Responsible Research & Innovation (2013).

Dr. Gregory leads projects on agility, sustainability, and IT practices, with current funded initiatives in all three areas. She advises doctoral students on topics like DevSecOps frameworks, social robotics integration, and sustainable software engineering. Notable contributions include developing an onboarding model for agile teams and studying leadership dynamics in agile software development.

Her work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical impact through empirical studies. Recent publications focus on agile culture transformation, risk mitigation in re-engineering, and the ethical implications of digital technologies. She is actively involved in conferences such as XP and IVA, contributing to both research and community-building efforts.