جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mary Kovachمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Leadership
• Organizational Behavior
• Motivation Theory
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Dr. Mary Kovach is an Associate Professor and MBA Program Director at Ursuline College. She holds a PhD from Miami University, an MBA from Cleveland State University, and a bachelor’s from Baldwin Wallace University. With nearly 20 years of teaching experience and 15 years in Fortune 500 companies, she specializes in leadership, motivation theory, and organizational behavior. Her research explores power dynamics, servant leadership, and gender dynamics. Dr. Kovach authored four best-selling books, including Be Your Best You and #MINDSET , which received multiple awards. She also hosts the YouTube series ROCKSTAR Manager and the TV show The Italian America Show , integrating her Italian heritage into scholarly work. Recognitions include editorial board membership at the Journal of Values Based Leadership . Education: PhD (Miami U), MBA (Cleveland State), BA (Baldwin Wallace) Certifications: LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB), Agile Certifications Media: YouTube channel Dr. K – The Management Professor , TV show The Italian America Show Her research highlights servant leadership inspired by figures like Mother Cabrini and Dr. Maria Montessori. She sponsors orphaned girls in Mexico and India, supporting their education and independence.

Payam Bakhshiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Construction Management
• Sustainable Construction
• Automation in Construction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Payam Bakhshi is an Associate Professor of Construction Management in the School of Management. His research focuses on sustainable construction practices, automation in earth moving operations, cost contingency modeling for project portfolios, and innovative project delivery methods. He holds the Douglas C. Elder Professorship, which supports his research initiatives and student engagement. His work integrates academic research with industry practices, addressing challenges in energy-efficient housing, climate resilience, and lean construction methodologies. Research Contributions: Advanced Bayesian models for cost contingency allocation, explored 3D printing applications in affordable housing, and investigated automation technologies in construction. Professional Engagements: Participated in National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) competitions, Lean Construction Institute (LCI) events, and the Advancing Preconstruction 2020 Conference. His research methodologies emphasize practitioner interviews and literature reviews to develop industry-relevant best practices. The Douglas C. Elder Professorship has enabled collaborations with industry experts and supported undergraduate research projects on topics like automated earth moving operations and design change management transparency. Awards: Recipient of the Douglas C. Elder Professorship, supporting research and student development. Grants & Funding: Leveraged professorship funds to hire students, conduct field studies, and attend professional development events. Dr. Bakhshi’s work bridges academic inquiry with real-world construction industry challenges, focusing on sustainable solutions, technological innovation, and risk management strategies for large-scale projects.

Fabiano Armelliniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology and Innovation Management
• Strategic Technology Management
• Open Innovation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fabiano Armellini is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Industrial Engineering , Polytechnique Montréal, with expertise in technology management , open innovation , and Industry 4.0 . He serves as Director of the Research Group on Globalization and Technology Management (GMT) and contributes to multiple research centers including the Poly-Industries 4.0 Laboratory and Interuniversity Research Center for Science and Technology (CIRST) . His research focuses on: Strategic integration of innovation ecosystems Technology roadmapping for digital transformation Entrepreneurial behavior in engineering contexts Sustainable industrial development The articles in his portfolio reflect trends in Industry 4.0 , open business models , and ecosystem-based strategic planning , with methodological emphasis on simulation, agent-based modeling, and ecosystem analysis. Recent work explores lean manufacturing adaptations and public policy impacts on innovation networks. Scientific Awards : SSHRC Knowledge Grant (2022) for ecosystem thinking research As an advisor, he has supervised 12 Ph.D. and 16 Master's students, with ongoing supervision of 11 graduate researchers. His teaching portfolio includes courses in technological entrepreneurship, strategic management, and innovation ecosystems. Collaborative projects span institutions in Canada, France, and Brazil.

Cameron Tonkinwiseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Design
• Transition Design
• Service Design
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Cameron Tonkinwise is Professor of Design Studies at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), where he also serves as Director of the UTS Design Innovation Research Centre, incorporating the Designing out Crime Research Project. He maintains a significant affiliation with Carnegie Mellon University's School of Design, where he collaborates on Transition Design initiatives with colleagues including Terry Irwin and Gideon Kossoff. With a background in continental philosophy, Tonkinwise's research explores the intersections of design practice, material cultural studies, and sociologies of technology. His primary research area focuses on Sustainable Design, particularly how Service Design can advance Social Sustainability through decoupling use and ownership (often referred to as the 'Sharing Economy'). He has been a strong advocate for critical practice-based design research throughout his career. Tonkinwise is widely recognized as a leading figure in Transition Design - an approach focused on design-enabled multi-level, multi-stage structural change toward more sustainable futures. His publication history reveals a consistent trajectory toward addressing systemic sustainability challenges, with recent work increasingly focused on digital waste, the materiality of digital devices, and the political dimensions of design practice. His research examines how everyday life and lifestyles serve as leverage points for sustainability transitions, arguing that structural change requires designers to combine utopian and cynical attitudes in a constant state of creative hypocrisy. As an academic leader, Tonkinwise has developed comprehensive educational frameworks for Transition Design, co-creating graduate and PhD seminars at Carnegie Mellon University. He directs research projects that explore how design can contribute to systemic social change, with particular attention to the sociotechnical conditions that enable shared use and sustainable practices. His work bridges theoretical and practical concerns, examining how shifts in social practices, particularly those centered around screen-based technologies, have made various forms of shared use more viable while also creating new sustainability challenges.

• Statistics
• Econometrics
• Applied Mathematics
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Yanbo Tang is a Lecturer in Statistics at the Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Imperial College London. His research focuses on statistical theory and methodology, including Bayesian inference, high-dimensional asymptotics, numerical integration, and applications in astrophysics and social sciences. He is affiliated with the Artificial Intelligence Network and Mathematics research and teaching staff at Imperial College. Education: Not explicitly stated in the provided text. His research interests span statistical theory such as Laplace and saddlepoint approximations, adaptive quadrature methods, and copula models. He also explores applications in areas like extragalactic X-ray jet variability and parental psychological control effects on adolescents. Recent work emphasizes stochastic convergence rates and assumption-lean inference techniques. Selected publications (2020–2024) highlight contributions to high-dimensional statistical problems, asymptotic behavior of likelihood methods, and Monte Carlo integration challenges. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical computational solutions in complex data analysis. No grants or awards are explicitly listed in the provided information. He contributes to academic discussions, such as commenting on Vansteelandt and Dukes' work on assumption-lean inference.

Steve Duffullمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pharmacokinetics
• Pharmacodynamics
• Clinical Trial Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Steve Duffull holds the position of Honorary Professor at the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences , The University of Queensland . His research focuses on pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic (PKPD) modeling, optimal clinical trial design, and drug dosing strategies for special populations including obese patients and those with renal impairment. Key Research Areas: Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Bayesian modeling, population PKPD, and medication safety. Recent Contributions: Development of dosing strategies for enoxaparin in renal impairment, analysis of QT prolongation in overdoses, and optimization of antifungal/immunosuppressant dosing in transplant patients. Methodologies: Utilization of D-optimal designs, Monte Carlo simulations, and non-compartmental analysis for pharmacokinetic studies. Publications demonstrate expertise in: Pharmacokinetic-Pharmacodynamic Integration Obesity Pharmacology Renal Drug Clearance Cardiotoxicity Assessment Clinical Trial Simulation Bayesian Pharmacokinetics Email: s.duffull@uq.edu.au

Andrea Ferrantelliمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Heat Transfer
• Energy Performance
• Thermal Comfort
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrea Ferrantelli is an Assistant Professor at the University of Helsinki, holding joint appointments in the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Energy Conversion and Systems, and Performance in Building Design and Construction. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Helsinki in 2010 and serves as a Senior Researcher at Tallinn University of Technology since 2017. His research focuses on energy efficiency in buildings, thermal systems optimization, and material behavior under extreme conditions, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable cities and communities. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Helsinki (2010) Research Interests: Heat transfer mechanisms in building systems Optimization of thermal energy storage Energy performance of residential and commercial buildings Material degradation under thermal stress Data-driven building energy management Recent Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize experimental analysis of timber charring processes, occupancy-driven ventilation strategies, and multi-objective optimization of thermal systems. His work bridges theoretical models with practical applications in building design and energy policy. Collaborations: Active in international collaborations, including projects in cold climate building systems and fire safety engineering. Labs/Teams: Involved in the TUT nZEB test facility for building performance evaluations and the Energy Conversion and Systems research group at the University of Helsinki.

Raffaello Baloccoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Innovation
• Strategic Management
• Business Models
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Raffaello Balocco is an Associate Professor at the Department of Management Engineering, Politecnico di Milano, and Director of the Full-Time MBA at Polimi GSOM since 2014. He holds leadership roles in academic programs, including the ICT Executive MBA and the MIP Executive MBA (Rome program). As co-founder and member of the Scientific Committee of the ‘Digital Innovation Observatories’ research group, his work focuses on digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and strategic management of digital technologies in SMEs. Education: PhD in Management Engineering (Politecnico di Milano, 2004) MSc in Management Engineering (Politecnico di Milano) Research Interests: His research explores digital innovation strategies, digital governance, and the impact of technology on business models and markets, particularly in SMEs. Key themes include digital transformation, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and the interplay between strategic innovation and business model design. Service & Leadership: Director of Communication activities for the School of Management, Politecnico di Milano Member of the MIP Board and Management Committee Co-director of the MIP Start-up Program Grants & Collaborations: His work involves collaborations on digital maturity models for SMEs and policy-driven innovation frameworks. He actively contributes to academic and industry initiatives focused on digitalization and strategic planning.

• Entrepreneurship Education
• Technology Transfer
• Academic Entrepreneurship
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Hayter is an Associate Professor at the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School of Public Policy within the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts at Georgia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on academic entrepreneurship ecosystems, technology transfer policies, and innovation strategies in public and private sectors. He teaches courses like PUBP-3130 (Research Methods and Problem Solving) and PUBP-4010 (Policy Task Force I), emphasizing evidence-based policy analysis and practical problem-solving. Hayter’s work explores how universities and institutions can effectively translate research into commercial and societal impact. Key research areas include technology transfer mechanisms, entrepreneurial identity formation among scientists, and institutional frameworks supporting innovation. Notable contributions include studies on federal laboratory commercialization, Ukrainian ICT sector development, and stress factors among graduate students. His publications span over two decades, addressing topics like proof-of-concept centers, collaborative governance in vaccine development, and the social embeddedness of academic entrepreneurship. He has contributed to policy reports on angel investment strategies and semiconductor industry partnerships, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to public policy. Hayter actively engages with professional organizations like AUTM, advocating for policy changes that enhance knowledge exchange. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with actionable insights, aiming to strengthen innovation ecosystems globally.

• Healthcare Systems
• Patient Feedback Systems
• Medical Informatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin Neailey is a Senior Lecturer at the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), University of Warwick, specializing in healthcare systems research with a focus on patient feedback mechanisms, healthcare quality measurement, and lean implementation in healthcare settings. His academic credentials include a BSc (Hons) and PhD, with extensive research contributions spanning nearly two decades. Neailey's research interests center on healthcare systems, particularly examining how digital platforms can improve patient feedback mechanisms within the National Health Service. His work investigates online patient feedback systems, doctor rating websites, and the implementation of lean methodologies in primary care settings. He has conducted extensive research on patient awareness and usage of online feedback channels, revealing important insights about the limited adoption of doctor rating websites in England despite growing digital engagement in other sectors. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to healthcare quality research, with a notable concentration of work between 2010-2018 examining patient feedback systems in the NHS. A review of his articles shows a clear trajectory from broader operations research topics toward increasingly specialized healthcare systems research, with particular attention to the interface between digital technology and patient experience measurement. Extensive research on patient feedback systems within the NHS Multiple studies examining online patient feedback mechanisms Significant contributions to understanding lean implementation in healthcare settings Research on healthcare quality measurement and safety systems Neailey has collaborated extensively with researchers from various institutions including the University of Salford and Loughborough University, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary connections within the UK healthcare research community. His work has been published in reputable journals including the Journal of Medical Internet Research, Quality and Safety in Health Care, and International Journal of Information Management, indicating recognition of his research contributions within both healthcare and operations management fields.

Al Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Strategic Cost Management
• Performance Measurement
• Total Quality Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Al Chen is a Professor of Accounting and Graduate Faculty member at the Department of Accounting, North Carolina State University (NC State). He holds a D.B.A. from Georgia Institute of Technology (1989). His expertise spans strategic cost management, performance measurement for manufacturing systems, Total Quality Management, ethics in accounting, and the economic implications of accounting standards. He has been recognized with the 1994 COM Outstanding Extension Service Award. Education: Doctor of Business Administration in Accounting from Georgia Tech (1989). Research Focus: Chen’s work addresses cost management innovations, sustainability metrics, tax analytics, and ethical governance. Key areas include flexible budgeting for sustainability, internal audit strategies, and leveraging technology in tax systems. His research bridges accounting practices with operational efficiency and ethical considerations. Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize technology’s role in tax processes (e.g., automation, analytics) and refining sustainability measurements. He also explores internal audit value creation and crisis risk management frameworks. Awards: 1994 COM Outstanding Extension Service Award Grants/Advising: No specific grants or student advisees listed. Collaborations often involve industry case studies (e.g., Bacardi Limited’s sustainability metrics). Labs/Teams: Engaged with NC State’s accounting department and initiatives like the Business Analytics and AI Initiative (BAI) through cross-disciplinary work.

Laura Gutierrez-Bucheliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Construction Management
• Sustainability in Engineering Education
• Lean Construction Methodologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura Gutierrez-Bucheli is a Research Fellow in the Department of Architecture at Monash University, affiliated with the Future Building Initiative. She holds a PhD from Monash University (thesis: 'Engineering Education for Sustainability: An International Cross-Case Analysis'), a Master's in Construction Management, and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from Universidad de los Andes, Colombia. Her research focuses on transdisciplinary construction innovation, sustainability integration in engineering education, and lean construction methodologies. She investigates productivity measurement, BIM adoption, and pedagogical content knowledge in health professions education. Key areas include construction management challenges, educational infrastructure analysis, and bridging STEM/HASS disciplines to drive industry solutions. Her work spans applied research on scheduling, risk assessment in Colombian real estate, and BIM execution plans. She supervises graduate research projects and advocates for sustainable curriculum development in civil engineering globally. Her recent studies analyze causes of construction cost overruns, immersive tech in construction training, and PCK frameworks in healthcare education. She contributes to the Future Building Initiative lab, emphasizing practical solutions for the construction sector's productivity and sustainability challenges.

• Entrepreneurship
• Data Analytics
• Business Strategy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Susana Domingo Pérez is a Senior Lecturer and Vice Dean of Knowledge Transfer at the UPF Barcelona School of Management , part of the Universitat Pompeu Fabra. She holds a Doctorate in Social and Legal Sciences with specialization in Business Administration. Her academic leadership roles include directing the Executive MBA, FTMBA, and Master in Innovation, Strategy, and Entrepreneurship programs. She oversees the UPF-BSM StartLab entrepreneurship initiative and the Data Analytics Chair (SDG Group), focusing on fostering startups and data-driven business strategies. Education: Doctor in Business Administration and Management, with postgraduate and graduate qualifications in related fields. Academic experience spans over 20 years across multiple institutions including ESADE and the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya. Research Focus : Entrepreneurship ecosystems, data analytics applications in business, venture capital dynamics, and innovation management. Her work bridges academic research with practical business challenges, emphasizing technology impact and corporate strategy. Publications (selected): Over 32 articles in journals like Intangible Capital and Revista de Contabilidad y Dirección , 12 book chapters, and 17 teaching resources. Recent work explores asymmetric expectations in biotech alliances and AI-driven business opportunities. Awards & Recognition : No formal awards listed, but recognized for impactful contributions to academic-industry collaboration through her leadership roles. Grants & Labs : Manages the Data Analytics Chair funded by SDG Group, and coordinates international collaborations with institutions like Universidad Diego Portales (Chile) and Durham University. Leads in-company programs for entities like Fundación la Caixa. Labs/Teams: Directs StartLab (startup incubation) and chairs the Data Economy initiative, integrating academic research with practical business solutions.

• Operations Research
• Healthcare Logistics
• Urban Planning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Helena Ramalhinho Dias-Lourenço is a Full Professor at Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), holding roles in the Department of Economics and Business and Barcelona School of Management. She teaches in the Master of Science in Management and Master's Degree in International Business programs. Affiliated with the Barcelona School of Economics and Graduate School of Mathematics, her work bridges Operations Research with real-world applications in healthcare, urban planning, and smart city technologies. Education: Ph.D. in Operations Research, Cornell University Master of Science in Operations Research, Cornell University Business Administration Degree and Master in Statistics & Operations Research, University of Lisbon Research Interests: Focuses on optimizing complex systems through Operations Research methodologies. Areas include healthcare logistics (home care services, aging populations), urban accessibility models, smart city technologies (ICT integration, blockchain for governance), and sustainable transportation systems. Her work emphasizes practical decision-support frameworks for public and private sector challenges. Research Trends: Recent articles highlight optimization of healthcare resource allocation (cost analysis, service quality), urban infrastructure planning (school accessibility in developing regions), and simulation-based solutions for manufacturing logistics. Her work frequently addresses societal challenges like aging populations and urban sustainability through data-driven approaches. Awards & Recognition: No specific awards mentioned, but her contributions are reflected through impactful publications in journals like Health Systems , PLOS ONE , and Sustainability .

• Digital Business Models
• Cybersecurity Policy
• EU Regulations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aristidis Kaloudis is a Professor at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology (ISCT) at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Gjøvik. He holds editorial roles including Senior Editor at the Journal of the Knowledge Economy (2010-2014) and co-editor of the Edward Elgar book series on Science, Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship. He serves on Norway’s Technology Assessment Board (Teknologirådet) since 2020. His teaching focuses on digital law, quantitative methods, and innovation-related courses at both undergraduate and PhD levels. His research spans innovation policy, digital markets regulation, cybersecurity, and EU policy impacts. Key contributions include studies on university innovation metrics, lean manufacturing networks, and vaccine development economics. He has led major projects like the NTNUs pilot project on innovation indicators and participated in EU research evaluations. Publications span interdisciplinary topics from energy policy to adult education relevance, reflecting his expertise in bridging policy, technology, and societal impacts. His work emphasizes evidence-based policy design for digital economies and sustainable manufacturing systems. Editorial & Advisory Roles: Teknologirådet member (2020–), Journal of the Knowledge Economy (2010–2014) Research Focus: Digital business models, cybersecurity policy, EU regulation impacts, innovation systems Teaching Highlights: Digital Law (IIK5000), Forecasting Methods (Ø8304/IDS4001), Macroeconomics (SMF3021)