Rico Lie

Rico Lie is an Assistant Professor in International Communication at Wageningen University's Knowledge, Technology and Innovation group. He holds a PhD from the Catholic University of Brussels (2000) and has held academic positions at the University of Brussels, Nijmegen, and Leiden Universities. His research focuses on development communication, intercultural learning, and ICT applications in rural contexts. He teaches courses like Communication Theory, Intercultural Communication, and Visual Research Methods.

Key research interests include innovation platforms, inclusive rural communication systems, and challenges in cross-cultural education. His work spans disciplines such as sociology, anthropology, and informatics. Recent publications examine ICT design for development, student group dynamics in multicultural settings, and social media's role in agricultural extension in Ghana.

Prof. Lie has contributed to FAO publications on collaborative change frameworks and CGIAR analyses of innovation ecosystems. His research emphasizes practical solutions for knowledge transfer in development contexts, combining qualitative methods with policy analysis. Current projects involve designing diversity-sensitive learning environments and evaluating participatory approaches in rural development.