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Vikas Kumar is a Professor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) at the University of Portsmouth, UK. His leadership role underscores his significant contributions to academic research and innovation strategy within the institution. He holds a PhD from the University of Exeter, awarded in 2011, and has maintained a prolific research output in sustainability, digital transformation, and supply chain management.
His research expertise spans sustainability, circular economy, green supply chains, blockchain applications in education and agri-food systems, and Industry 4.0/5.0. He actively contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable consumption and production, climate action, and quality education. His work integrates digital technologies with sustainable operations across manufacturing, healthcare, and food systems.
The recent articles highlight a strong trend toward integrating digital technologies—especially blockchain and AI—with circular economy principles to enhance transparency, resilience, and sustainability in supply chains. His research increasingly focuses on interdisciplinary approaches, combining operations research, behavioral insights, and digital innovation to solve complex sustainability challenges in both developed and developing economies.
Vikas Kumar has received no explicitly listed scientific awards in the provided text, but his leadership position and extensive publication record indicate significant academic recognition.
He advises and mentors researchers and likely supervises PhD and Master’s students, though specific names are not listed. He has secured research funding through collaborative projects across countries including India, Oman, Jordan, China, and Brazil. His work often involves multi-institutional and cross-sector collaborations, particularly in sustainability and digital innovation.
He leads or contributes to research teams focused on digital transformation, sustainable operations, and higher education innovation. His role as Deputy Vice-Chancellor places him at the center of institutional research strategy, fostering interdisciplinary and impact-driven research initiatives.
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