Dr Stavros Polykarpou serves as Lecturer in Digital Innovation and Information Systems at Royal Holloway, University of London's School of Business and Management, with adjunct faculty affiliation at University of Exeter Business School. His academic journey includes a PhD and MPhil from University of Cambridge Judge Business School under an ESRC Studentship Award. His research focuses on organising for emerging algorithmic technologies , digital innovation in healthcare , and value creation in digital ecosystems . Methodologically grounded in qualitative approaches including ethnography and case studies, his work bridges management theory with practical technology implementation challenges across healthcare settings. Key contributions examine 3D printing adoption in NHS Trusts and AI-coordinated drone systems. His publications reveal consistent focus on technology implementation challenges (2018-2024), particularly in healthcare contexts where digital innovation intersects with professional practice and institutional reputation. The research trajectory shows evolution from health IT framing practices (2018) to autonomous AI ecosystems (2024), maintaining strong organizational theory foundations. Award highlights include: 2020 OCIS Division Best Paper Award (Academy of Management) ASPIRE Fellowship for pedagogical innovation Distinction in Academic Practice (UKPSF:D2) As an active PhD supervisor, he mentors students in digital innovation research while maintaining significant industry engagement through knowledge translation with NHS Trusts and global partners. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through healthcare technology implementation.









