جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lisa De Proprisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Regional Economic Development
• Innovation Systems
• Industrial Districts
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Lisa De Propris is a full-time faculty member at the University of Birmingham , affiliated with the Birmingham Business School , where she holds the position of Professor of Regional Economic Development . She is actively engaged in research, teaching, and international collaboration, with a strong focus on industrial and regional economics. Her research interests include knowledge economy, innovation systems, industrial districts, clusters, regional competitiveness, technological change, and EU regional and industrial policies. She has published extensively in top-tier journals such as Regional Studies , Cambridge Journal of Economics , Urban Studies , and Journal of Economic Geography . Her recent publications highlight a consistent focus on regional transformation, Industry 4.0, digitalisation, global value chains, and policy transitions , particularly in European contexts. She explores how regions adapt to technological shifts, reshoring trends, and sustainability challenges, often through qualitative and comparative analysis. She has secured significant research funding from Horizon 2020 , FP7 , AHRC , and EPSRC-ESRC , working as a Co-investigator and Lead at Birmingham. Her projects include MAKERS , Skillup , Welfare, Wealth and Work for Europe , and Cultural Intermediation . She teaches undergraduate modules such as Economics for Business , Business Economy and Government , and Globalisation, Innovation and Competitiveness , and is open to supervising PhD students in areas related to technological change, green transitions, and regional development. She is also involved in international networks and has served as a keynote speaker for the European Commission and the Committee of the Regions .

• Green Supply Chain Management
• Circular Economy
• Sustainability in Operations Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Charbel Jose Chiappetta Jabbour is a Professeur Eminent and Head of the Systèmes d’Information, Supply Chain Management & aide à la Décision department at NEOMA Business School in France. He holds a Habilitation à diriger un doctorat from the University of São Paulo, Brazil. His research focuses on green and circular supply chains , Industry 4.0 , and sustainability integration in operations management. He has been included in Clarivate/Web of Science Highly Cited Researchers and received the British Academy of Management’s Best Paper Award (2019). Education & Career: Completed Habilitation at University of São Paulo (Brazil) International experience across Brazil, Japan, Scotland, England, and France Former Associate Editor of Journal of Cleaner Production Research Interests: His work bridges theory and practice in sustainable supply chain design, circular economy frameworks, and the human dimension of operations. He emphasizes integrating Industry 4.0 technologies with sustainability goals, and has pioneered studies on blockchain in supply chain digitalization. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator/Co-Investigator on projects funded by Innovate UK, Midlands Engine UK, FAPESP Focus areas: Sustainable supply chain resilience, circular economy adoption Labs/Teams: Leads the Systèmes d’Information department and collaborates with global networks on sustainability initiatives.

Yufeng Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Sustainability
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Yufeng Zhang is a Chair in Operations Management and Head of the Department of Management at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. He is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a Fellow of the Alan Turing Institute. His academic journey began at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, continued at the Technical University of Berlin, and culminated with a PhD from the University of Cambridge, where he also worked as a Research Associate before joining Birmingham in 2009. PhD, Engineering – University of Cambridge MSc/Dipl-Ing, Global Production Engineering – Technical University of Berlin BEng, Mechanical Engineering & Automation – Shanghai Jiao Tong University BEng, International Finance – Shanghai Jiao Tong University PG Cert in Learning & Teaching in Higher Education Yufeng Zhang’s research focuses on sustainability, digitalisation, engineering innovation, and global network operations. His work integrates engineering and management perspectives, employing qualitative, quantitative, and simulation methods. He has led numerous projects funded by UK, EU, and international bodies, and has published over 80 refereed papers in top-tier journals such as Journal of Operations Management , International Journal of Production Economics , and Journal of Cleaner Production . His recent publications highlight trends in green operations, sustainable supply chains, digital transformation, and network capabilities. The research spans subfields including environmental performance, IoT integration, supply chain flexibility, and servitisation, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary focus on modern operational challenges. His scientific awards include the University’s Excellence in Teaching and Learning Award (2013), Literati Nominations for Highly Recommended Papers (2008, 2013), and recognition as a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and Turing Fellow. Yufeng has supervised over 20 PhD students and has held key roles such as Deputy Lead for REF2021, Director of Business Programmes with Engineering, Sciences, Law and Languages (2010–2017), and Coordinator of Europe China High Value Engineering Networks (EC-HVEN). He is an External Examiner for multiple universities and a Visiting Professor at Zhejiang University, demonstrating extensive academic leadership and collaboration. He leads and contributes to research labs and networks focused on engineering innovation and sustainable operations, including collaborations with industry and international institutions. His future work continues to explore the intersection of digital technologies, sustainability, and global operations, aiming to shape resilient and responsible business practices.

Amara Cynthia Ajaegbuمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Technology Innovation
• Servitisation in Manufacturing
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amara Cynthia Ajaegbu is a Senior Teaching Fellow in the Operations and Information Management Department at Aston Business School (Aston University). Her expertise spans technology innovation, servitisation in manufacturing, and digital transformation. She holds a PhD in Digitalisation, IoT, Servitisation, and Value Co-Creation from Aston University (2019). Education: BSc. Business Information Systems MSc. Information Systems and Business Analysis PhD: The role and impact of digital capabilities on value co-creation of servitising organisations (Aston University) Her research focuses on AI, IoT, data sharing, and servitisation's impact on value creation. She is a Senior Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and actively contributes to teaching enterprise systems, digital transformation, and technology management. Awards: 2017 Mentor of the year award Her grants include projects on hybrid learning environments using game-based methods. She supervises PhD topics on ERP systems in digital transformation and supply chain resilience. Amara is involved with professional bodies like the British Academy of Management and British Computer Society.

• Business Management
• SME Performance
• Organisational Orientation
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Dr Muhammad Wasim is a dedicated academic and educator currently serving as a Teaching Fellow in Management at the Business School of the University of Aberdeen. He holds a DBA and an MBA from the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and has previously held teaching roles at UWS and The London College. Current Position: Teaching Fellow, University of Aberdeen Previous Roles: Associate Lecturer (UWS), Lecturer & Module Leader (The London College) Education: DBA, MBA – University of the West of Scotland His research focuses on the interplay between organisational orientations (entrepreneurial, market, learning), financial resources, IoT, creativity, and SME performance. He also contributes to emerging concepts in Industry 4.0, servitisation, and the circular economy. His work bridges academic theory and practical application in sustainable and innovative business management. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in integrating digital technologies like IoT with strategic organisational behaviors to enhance SME performance. His research often employs systematic literature reviews and theoretical modeling, contributing foundational frameworks for future empirical studies in innovation and sustainability-driven business transformation. Dr Wasim has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. He is actively involved in teaching and student supervision. He teaches core modules such as Understanding and Managing Change, Research Methods for Business, Issues in International Management, and Managing People at Work at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He also serves as a Personal Tutor and provides guidance to undergraduate dissertation students, fostering research competence and critical thinking. There is no specific mention of labs, research centers, or formal research teams in the provided text, but his collaborative publications suggest active engagement with academic networks in sustainability and business innovation.

• Evolutionary Perspectives on Strategic Management
• Strategic Knowledge Management
• Strategy in Business Ecosystems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stefano Miraglia serves as Associate Professor of Strategy at University College London's Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, where he investigates strategic implications of technological innovation across diverse sectors including construction, defense, and telecommunications. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical executive consulting for major organizations worldwide. Educational background: PhD, Imperial College Business School (2014) Recognized Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2016) Research focuses on evolutionary strategic management through five interconnected domains: knowledge-based organizational evolution examining how firms adapt through knowledge reutilization; strategic knowledge management in fast-changing environments; business ecosystem strategy identifying competitive success factors; architectural analysis of complex systems' modularity-integrality dynamics; and business model innovation driven by servitisation, AI, and ultrafast internet implementation. His work consistently addresses how organizations manage contradictions and leverage knowledge assets strategically. Publication analysis reveals sustained exploration of knowledge governance mechanisms, organizational tensions, and innovation architectures across 15+ years, with increasing emphasis on digital transformation ecosystems and strategic responses to technological disruption. Key contributions appear in Academy of Management, Strategic Management Society, and Project Management Journal publications. Scientific recognition: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2016) Miraglia advises senior executives across banking, insurance, construction, and ICT sectors while teaching undergraduate through executive education programs. His professional engagement spans Academy of Management, Strategic Management Society, EURAM, EGOS, and INFORMS conferences, demonstrating consistent contribution to strategic management discourse. Current work examines tribal governance dynamics in Pakistan and cross-level tension management in complex organizations.

• Business model innovation
• Operational transformations
• Organizational structures
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carlos Galera Zarco is an Associate Professor in Project Management and Business Analytics at University College London (UCL), where he leads the MSc Digital Engineering Management programme. He is affiliated with The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, a leading institution in sustainable built environment research and education, located at 1-19 Torrington Place, London. His academic credentials include: PhD in "Servitisation and Digitalisation in Project-Based Organisations" MSc in Economics & International Management MEng in Civil Engineering Dr. Galera Zarco's research focuses on navigating the complexities of the digital economy, exploring business model innovation, operational transformations, and the development of new organizational structures to address challenges and opportunities of rapid technological change. His work specifically examines how AI, data analytics, and emerging digital technologies such as Digital Twins can drive innovation and create value for businesses and clients. He investigates data-driven value creation and capture, as well as the implementation of advanced services across multiple sectors including construction, supply chain management, and humanitarian operations. His research aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) and 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on digital transformation across various sectors with increasing emphasis on sustainability and circular economy principles. His work demonstrates a clear progression from theoretical frameworks to empirical studies and practical applications, particularly in the areas of digital twins, AI applications, and sustainable supply chain management. His professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (since May 1, 2018) External Examiner at various institutions in the UK and abroad As an educator, Dr. Galera Zarco teaches modules in Big Data and Business Analytics and Agile and Hybrid Project Management for the MSc in Digital Engineering Management program which he leads. Prior to his academic career, he worked with a global construction company on different infrastructure projects, bringing practical industry experience to his teaching and research. He is proficient in Spanish (native) and Italian, supporting his international collaborations and research.

Siddhi Pittayachawanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Information System Adoption
• Information Security Behaviour
• Sustainable Consumption
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Siddhi Pittayachawan is a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems and Supply Chain Management at RMIT University's School of Business IT and Logistics. He holds multiple leadership roles, including Deputy Program Manager for the Master of Supply Chain Management and Logistics, and Editorial Board Member of Heliyon . His research focuses on information security behavior, sustainable consumption, supply chain management, and business education. He has extensive teaching experience in research methods, data analysis, and operations research across multiple business disciplines, with 15+ years of academic involvement. Dr. Pittayachawan has developed courses such as Operations Research for Postgraduate Logistics Programs and contributed to curriculum design for international offerings in Australia, China, Singapore, and Vietnam. His research spans topics like tax compliance in digital eras, sustainable agricultural supply chains, and information security climate dynamics. He actively supervises research projects on supply chain resilience, customer loyalty in telecommunications, and cybersecurity in organizations. Notable contributions include studies on social network analysis for information security leadership and the role of social capital in SME supply risk mitigation. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 12 (Responsible Consumption).

Ana Beatriz Lopes de Sousa Jabbourمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Circular Economy
• Industry 4.0 and Digital Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ana Beatriz Lopes de Sousa Jabbour is a Professor of Supply Chain Management for Sustainable Development at EM Normandie since 2021. She holds a PhD from the Federal University of São Carlos (Brazil, 2009) and a Livre Docência (HDR) from UNESP (2016). Her research focuses on sustainability in supply chains, circular economy, and the integration of digital technologies like Industry 4.0. She has held academic roles across Brazil, France, the UK, and Scotland. Key research areas include green supply chain management, blockchain applications, and the human aspects of sustainability transitions. She has been recognized as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2022) and among Stanford’s top 2% global scientists since 2020. Teaching includes courses on Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Integrating the Supply Chain. Her work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in emerging economies and institutional voids. Education: PhD in Production Engineering & Management (2009), UFSCar, Brazil Livre Docência (HDR) in Management (2016), UNESP, Brazil Her recent publications emphasize circular economy strategies, digital technologies in supply chains, and ethical business practices. She actively contributes to international conferences and has authored/co-authored books on sustainability management and academic writing. Key awards include the prestigious Clarivate and Stanford recognitions, reflecting her impactful research in sustainability and operations.

Sean Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Circular Economy
• Smart Technology and AI
• Contract Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Sean Thomas is a Reader at the University of York's York Law School, specializing in commercial and property law. He holds a PhD from the University of Manchester and has held academic positions at Durham, Leicester, and Anglia Ruskin Universities. His research focuses on ownership transfer in personal property, circular economy legal frameworks, and smart technology implications. He co-authored the fourth edition of Bradgate’s Commercial Law (OUP 2024) and advises projects like the Commercial Code initiative. He chairs the Staff-Student Forum and coordinates research seminars at York Law School. Education: LLB (Durham) PhD (Manchester) Research Interests: Circular economy legal challenges, smart technology in commercial law, historical development of commercial law, and property law interfaces with intellectual property and land law. His work critiques legal frameworks for circular economy transitions and smart technology impacts on ownership. External Roles: External examiner for Bristol, Manchester, and Sheffield Universities' law programs. Advisory board member for the Everyday Cyborgs and Commercial Code projects. Teaching: Leads modules on Personal Property Law and contributes to the MSc Green Chemistry. Recognized for innovative teaching methods and Problem-Based Learning. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with management scholars on circular economy projects and waste supply chains. Engaged in interdisciplinary research on servitisation and circular economy transactions.

• Production management systems
• Supply-chain management
• Quality management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kenichi Nakashima is Professor at Waseda University’s School of Social Sciences, Tokyo, specialising in production management, supply-chain control, quality management and environmentally conscious manufacturing. He previously served as Professor and Senior Advisor to the President at Kanagawa University and as Visiting Assistant Professor at MIT’s Laboratory for Manufacturing & Productivity. He is Vice-President of the Japan Industrial Management Association, a board member of the International Foundation for Production Research, and serves on the Deming Prize Selection Committee. Education: Ph.D. in Engineering Research interests span social-systems engineering, supply-chain management, JIT/kanban systems, remanufacturing, closed-loop logistics, Industry 4.0 applications with IoT, and environmental management systems. His recent work integrates data-driven optimisation with sustainable manufacturing and digital-transformation strategies. Across 43 Scopus-listed papers (h-index 12, 518 citations) his publications analyse stochastic production control, multi-kanban policies, warranty/maintenance of sensor-embedded products, pricing of IoT-based services, and risk mitigation in global supply networks. He has co-authored multiple books including Introduction to Manufacturing Management and Responsible Manufacturing . Selected honours: Japan Industrial Management Association Encouragement Award 1996 He currently leads a Grant-in-Aid project on environmentally conscious SCM for a super-smart society (2020-2024) and has completed SIP and JSPS projects on supply-chain resilience, remanufacturing market diffusion, and green factory models. He teaches Production Systems, Global Supply-Chain Management, TQM and Informatics at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Honglan Yuمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• International Business
• Entrepreneurship
• Organisational Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Honglan Yu is a Lecturer in International Entrepreneurship within the Entrepreneurship, Strategy and International Business (ES&IB) group at Sheffield University Management School. His work focuses on SME internationalization processes, organizational learning dynamics, and the strategic implications of digital technologies. He holds a PhD from the University of Glasgow and an MSc from the University of Edinburgh. His research explores how SMEs adapt through organizational learning during international expansion, particularly in the context of market exits and recovery. He also investigates the role of digital transformation and sustainability in global business strategies. Recent work addresses topics such as green technology FDI spillovers, African trade policies, and age diversity in corporate social innovation. Publications span journals like Journal of International Management , Technovation , and Journal of Business Research , reflecting his focus on innovation ecosystems, emerging markets, and strategic management. His articles analyze digital technologies' impact on business strategizing, servitisation sustainability, and crisis-driven resource re-orchestration. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and postgraduate courses such as MGT380 (New Venture Creation) and MGT1604 (European Business). He is actively involved in PhD supervision, contributing to the school's Triple Crown-accredited programs.

Monica Vessioمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Commercial Law
• Contract Law
• Consumer Credit Law
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Monica Vessio is a Lecturer in Commercial Law at the University of Reading’s School of Law, and a Senior Research Associate at the Centre for Commercial Law and Financial Regulation (CCFLR). She holds a BA, LLB from Rhodes University, an LLM (cum laude) and LLD from the University of Pretoria, and a postgraduate certificate in academic professional development from the University of Exeter. Her research focuses on the intersection of law, technology, and financial systems, particularly in areas such as smart contracts, blockchain, digital banking, and circular economy frameworks. Dr. Vessio has led research projects including a Welsh European Funding Office (WEFO)-funded initiative exploring smart contracts in circular supply chains and a South African health sector project on servitisation agreements. She co-authors Banking Law and Practice (LexisNexis) and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. Her work addresses AI-driven financial ecosystems, cryptocurrency regulation, and consumer protection in digital payment systems. She has presented at international conferences in Denmark, Germany, South Africa, and the UK, and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her expertise bridges legal theory and practice, with advisory roles for financial institutions and contributions to judicial decisions via cited scholarship.

Aylin Atesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Strategic Management
• Innovation
• Organisational Resilience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aylin Ates is a Reader (Associate Professor) in Strategy & Innovation at the University of Strathclyde Business School, affiliated with the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Innovation. She holds a PhD from the University of Strathclyde and a BSc in Industrial Engineering from Istanbul Technical University. Her academic leadership includes roles as Co-Editor of the International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management and co-leading the university’s interdisciplinary 'Innovation & Entrepreneurship' research theme. Her research interests focus on strategic management, innovation, digital transformation, organisational resilience, and SME development , particularly within manufacturing ecosystems. She employs qualitative data analysis and investigates topics such as co-opetition, servitisation, and performance management in SMEs. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in economic growth and industry innovation. Her recent publications explore co-opetition dynamics, circular economy business models, and knowledge co-creation in KTP projects, demonstrating a strong trend toward interdisciplinary, policy-relevant research in innovation and strategic management. These works apply advanced methodologies like fuzzy cognitive mapping and system dynamics modeling. Best Paper Award at the British Academy of Management Conference 2019 EPSRC Doctoral Studentship Award Short Listed for The Holland Award 2024 Finalist in 2024 Innovate UK KTP Awards Nominee for Strathclyde Teaching Excellence Awards (2023/24) Nominee for Knowledge Exchange Awards Nominee for PGR Supervisor of 2017/18 Aylin has secured over £900k in research funding as Principal or Co-Investigator from bodies including the European Commission, ESRC/EPSRC, Innovate UK, British Council (Newton Fund), and UK Space Agency. She supervises PhD, DBA, MSc, and MBA projects and serves as an external examiner at Coventry University. She is actively involved in professional service, including peer review for UKRI, the British Academy of Management, and UNIDO advisory roles. She contributes to academic governance as a member of the European Academy of Management Scientific Council, elected member of the University Senate, Faculty Board of Examiners, and as University Dignity & Respect Adviser. She also chairs the 'Innovation & Entrepreneurship' research theme and delivers teaching in Strategic Management and Organisational Change at postgraduate and executive levels.

• Sharing Economy
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christina Öberg is a full Professor at the School of Business and Economics of Linnaeus University , with a research focus on business networks , sharing economy , 3D printing , and strategic management . She has held visiting researcher positions at Harvard, Stanford, University of Florence, and other international institutions. Doctorate from Linköping University (2008) Associate Professor at Lund University (2012) Her work examines ecosystem dynamics in digital disruption, including: University spin-off integration Sharing economy institutionalization AI's impact on entrepreneurial decision-making Sustainable business model transformations Key research themes include network theory applications to mergers & acquisitions, digital servitisation , and cultural heritage in organizational contexts (e.g., Swedish 'fika' practices). Her 2025 article on intangible cultural heritage analyzes how Swedish fika is represented in global media. Notable collaborations include: Co-authorship with Henric Lundberg (knowledge ecosystems) Joint studies with Swedish Royal Opera and Lake Resort Bergslagen Editorial contributions to Industrial Marketing (2023)