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Work with thought leaders and academic experts in public administration

Companies can benefit from working with academic researchers in Public Administration in several ways. These experts can provide valuable insights and analysis on public policy issues, helping companies navigate complex regulatory environments. They can also offer evidence-based strategies for effective public administration, improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Academic researchers can conduct research studies and evaluations to assess the impact of public programs and policies, providing companies with data-driven recommendations. Additionally, they can offer training and capacity-building programs to enhance employees' knowledge and skills in public administration. Collaborating with academic researchers in Public Administration can ultimately lead to better decision-making, improved public relations, and increased social impact for companies.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in public administration include Jo Boaler, Sutirtha Bagchi, Dr Abiodun Alao, Lea-Rachel Kosnik, Adrienne Lucas, Laura Lunsford, Ph.D., Baris Yoruk, Balamurugan Tangiisuran, William Forster, Catherine Tucker, Elizabeth Groff, and C. Malik Boykin, Ph.D..

Jo Boaler

Palo Alto, California, United States of America
Professor of Mathematics Education, Stanford University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (29)
mathematics education
equity
gender
mindset
learning
And 24 more
About
Dr Jo Boaler is a Professor of Mathematics Education at Stanford University, and the co-founder of youcubed. Her PhD won the national award for educational research in the UK and her book: Experiencing School Mathematics won the ‘Outstanding Book of the Year’ award for education in Britain. She is an elected fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (Great Britain), and a former president of the International Organization for Women and Mathematics Education (IOWME). She is the recipient of a National Science Foundation ‘Early Career Award’ and the NCSM Kay Gilliland Equity Award (2014). She is the author of nine books and numerous research articles. Her latest book is Mathematical Mindsets: Unleashing Students’ Potential through Creative Math, Inspiring Messages and Innovative Teaching (2016), and is published by Wiley. She serves as an advisor to several Silicon Valley companies.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

81 total publications

Achieving Elusive Teacher Change through Challenging Myths about Learning: A Blended Approach

Education Sciences / Jul 04, 2018

Anderson, R., Boaler, J., & Dieckmann, J. (2018). Achieving Elusive Teacher Change through Challenging Myths about Learning: A Blended Approach. Education Sciences, 8(3), 98. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci8030098

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Sutirtha Bagchi

Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Associate Professor of Economics with a rich set of experiences spanning the commercial and educational sectors. Proficient with the use of legal databases like CaseText, WestLaw, and LexisPlus.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (9)
Political Economy
State and Local Public Finance
Regulation
Economics and Econometrics
Finance
And 4 more
About
Sutirtha Bagchi is an Associate Professor of Economics at Villanova University where he teaches courses in microeconomics and public economics. Dr. Bagchi has a Ph.D. in Business Economics and an M.A. in Economics from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor. He also received an MBA from Purdue University West Lafayette, in addition to a B. Tech. (With Honors) in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

24 total publications

The political economy of tax enforcement: a look at the Internal Revenue Service from 1978 to 2010

Journal of Public Policy / Sep 28, 2015

Bagchi, S. (2015). The political economy of tax enforcement: a look at the Internal Revenue Service from 1978 to 2010. Journal of Public Policy, 36(3), 335–380. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0143814x1500029x

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Dr Abiodun Alao

Research Associate in Information Systems with Publications in ICT4D, Sustainable ICT, Management Information Systems, Social Policy
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (12)
Social Policy
Management Information Systems
ICT4D
Sustainable ICT
Innovation Management
And 7 more
About
Dr. Abiodun (Abbey) Alao holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from the University of Cape Town and is a dedicated researcher and teaching fellow with a strong academic background. Her passion for research is evident, and she currently serves as a research associate at the University of Johannesburg. Throughout her career, Abiodun has actively mentored and supervised projects spanning diverse fields such as Management Information Systems, Information and Communication Technology for Development, Sustainable ICT, Development Communication, Innovative Management, Health Informatics, Information Learning, and Work Integrated Learning (WIL). She has made significant contributions to academia through her publications, which include journals, chapters, and conference papers. Her approach is characterized by a multidisciplinary investigative perspective, with a focus on Information Communication Technology (ICT) as a catalyst for information and knowledge management. Her work addresses various social implications of ICT, and organization development with a particular emphasis on their impact on the well-being of individuals and society as a whole.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

12 total publications

Telecentres’ contribution to women's empowerment in rural areas of South Africa

Information Technology for Development / Nov 04, 2021

Alao, A., Chigona, W., & Brink, R. (2021). Telecentres’ contribution to women’s empowerment in rural areas of South Africa. Information Technology for Development, 28(4), 747–776. https://doi.org/10.1080/02681102.2021.1991871

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Lea-Rachel Kosnik

Professor of Economics, University of Missouri-St. Louis, a leading expert on hydropower regulation in the U.S., and other energy and environmental issues
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (23)
Environmental Economics
Energy Economics
Environmental Justice
Text/Content Analysis
Public & Regulatory Economics
And 18 more
About
Lea-Rachel Kosnik is a Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. She received her BA and MA from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and her PhD from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her research focuses on renewable energy and climate change, and she is considered a leading expert on the topic of hydroelectric energy generation in the U.S., and hydropower regulation by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. In recent years her research has expanded to include analyses of the academic economics profession itself, including with a focus on gender issues and DEI initiatives. Methodologically, her skill set includes textual analysis and natural language processing, along with traditional econometric techniques. In 2016 she received an honorable mention for article of the year from *Contemporary Economic Policy*, and in 2022 she gave the keynote address to the Illinois Economics Association. Dr. Kosnik is perhaps best known (in a service capacity) as the Association of Environmental and Resource Economist’s (AERE’s) Midwest representative, annually organizing the full track of AERE-sponsored environmental sessions at the Midwest Economic Association meetings. Dr. Kosnik has also served as President, Past-President, and Board Member of the Transportation and Public Utilities Group (TPUG), and as a Department Chair.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

40 total publications

IN TANDEM OR OUT OF SYNC? ACADEMIC ECONOMICS RESEARCH AND PUBLIC POLICY MEASURES

Contemporary Economic Policy / Jul 17, 2015

Kosnik, L.-R. (2015). IN TANDEM OR OUT OF SYNC? ACADEMIC ECONOMICS RESEARCH AND PUBLIC POLICY MEASURES. Contemporary Economic Policy, 34(1), 190–202. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/coep.12117

A Retrospective Benefit-Cost Analysis on the Elwha River Restoration Project

Journal of Benefit-Cost Analysis / Nov 25, 2019

Bellas, A., & Kosnik, L. (2019). A Retrospective Benefit-Cost Analysis on the Elwha River Restoration Project. Journal of Benefit-Cost Analysis, 11(1), 76–100. https://doi.org/10.1017/bca.2019.31

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Adrienne Lucas

Professsor and Department Chair of Economics, University of Delaware | Research Associate, NBER
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (14)
Development/Education/Health Economist
Sociology and Political Science
Economics and Econometrics
Development
Management of Technology and Innovation
And 9 more
About
Adrienne Lucas is a professor of economics in the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics at the University of Delaware, a research associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), a faculty affiliate of the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), non-resident fellow at the Center for Global Development (CGD) and a research network member of Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA). She is a development economist specializing in the economics of education and disease. Her current research focuses on the importance of information in school choice decisions, using existing school system personnel and resources to increase student learning, and external validity across contexts. Lucas has published research on malaria, free primary education, HIV/AIDS, secondary school choice, the return to school quality, teacher incentives and improving early primary school literacy. Prior to joining the University of Delaware, she was an assistant professor of economics at Wellesley College. She received her Ph.D. and A.M. in economics from Brown University and her B.A. in economics from Wesleyan University. Watch Professor Lucas explain her work on the [intergenerational effects of HIV](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBN9zwltOYQ), [improving student learning in existing schooling systems](https://vimeo.com/444330814) and the importance of [school leaders](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSZNzRoS-Ms).
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

25 total publications

IMPROVING EARLY-GRADE LITERACY IN EAST AFRICA: EXPERIMENTAL EVIDENCE FROM KENYA AND UGANDA

Journal of Policy Analysis and Management / Jul 09, 2014

Lucas, A. M., McEwan, P. J., Ngware, M., & Oketch, M. (2014). IMPROVING EARLY-GRADE LITERACY IN EAST AFRICA: EXPERIMENTAL EVIDENCE FROM KENYA AND UGANDA. Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, 33(4), 950–976. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/pam.21782

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Laura Lunsford, Ph.D.

Psychology Professor with expertise in mentoring, leadership, evaluation, human resources
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (17)
mentoring
leadership
talent development
Law
Business and International Management
And 12 more
About
Laura Lunsford is an expert in mentoring, leadership, and evaluation. A U.S. Fulbright Scholar (Germany), she has written over 50 peer-reviewed articles, case studies and chapters on leadership and mentoring. She wrote the definitive guide for mentoring programs *The Mentor’s Guide: Five steps to build a successful mentor program*, now in its second edition. She co-edited the Sage Handbook of Mentoring, and co-authored Faculty Development in Liberal Arts Colleges. Laura received the International Mentoring Association’s Hope dissertation award. Fun and engaging, she consults with organizations on effective mentoring and coaching. A Rotarian, she volunteers with the American Red Cross.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

71 total publications

Early career academic staff support: evaluating mentoring networks

Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management / May 04, 2015

Denard Thomas, J., Gail Lunsford, L., & Rodrigues, H. A. (2015). Early career academic staff support: evaluating mentoring networks. Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management, 37(3), 320–329. https://doi.org/10.1080/1360080x.2015.1034426

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Baris Yoruk

Professor of Economics at State University of New York with publications in program impact evaluation, health economics and policy, survey analysis and mythology, and calculation of economic damages for real life forensic economics applications
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (26)
Public Economics
Health Economics
Applied Microeconomics
Economics and Econometrics
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
And 21 more
About
I am a professor of economics in State University of New York system. I have more than 20 years of experience in conducting empirical economic research. I have more than 40 publications in leading economics, public policy, and public health journals. My research was futures in popular media outlets such as Wall Street Journal and New York Post. My research interests are applied microeconomics, health and health care economics, and labor economics. I have extensive experience in analyzing large data sets and surveys using the most advanced statistical and econometric methods including but not limited to difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity, and propensity score matching methods. I have experience in grant writing and my research was funded by National Institutes of Health. I also have experience in writing expert reports and served as an expert witness for cases that involve calculation economic damages due involuntary separation from a job.
Most Relevant Publications (3+)

40 total publications

The Effect of Media on Charitable Giving and Volunteering: Evidence from the “Give Five” Campaign

Journal of Policy Analysis and Management / Apr 16, 2012

Yörük, B. K. (2012). The Effect of Media on Charitable Giving and Volunteering: Evidence from the “Give Five” Campaign. Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, 31(4), 813–836. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/pam.21634

DO MINIMUM LEGAL TOBACCO PURCHASE AGE LAWS WORK?

Contemporary Economic Policy / Oct 29, 2015

Ertan Yörük, C., & Yörük, B. K. (2015). DO MINIMUM LEGAL TOBACCO PURCHASE AGE LAWS WORK? Contemporary Economic Policy, 34(3), 415–429. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/coep.12153

Health insurance and the boomerang generation: Did the 2010 ACA dependent care provision affect geographic mobility and living arrangements among young adults?

Contemporary Economic Policy / Sep 21, 2021

Chatterji, P., Liu, X., & Yörük, B. K. (2021). Health insurance and the boomerang generation: Did the 2010 ACA dependent care provision affect geographic mobility and living arrangements among young adults? Contemporary Economic Policy, 40(2), 243–262. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/coep.12551

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Balamurugan Tangiisuran

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Associate Professor in Clinical Pharmacy at Universiti Sains Malaysia
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (51)
Geriatrics
Pharmacy
Internal Medicine
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
And 46 more
About
Dr. Bala brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as an Associate Professor in Clinical Pharmacy at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, USM. He has a proven track record of success in his field, having held key leadership positions such as Director at the Malaysian National Poison Centre and Program Chairman (Clinical Pharmacy) at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, USM. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from USM and a PhD from Brighton and Sussex Medical School, UK. Additionally, he has been appointed as Visiting Senior Lecturer at King's College London and as a Fellow of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Drug Information at the National Poison Centre. <br> Bala's research focuses on the areas of clinical pharmacy practice and medication safety, as well as geriatric pharmacy. He has published more than 50 peer-reviewed journal articles/abstracts and has been invited as a guest speaker at numerous international and domestic scientific events. He is an experienced internal and external examiner for over 40 PhD and Master thesis and has actively reviewed manuscripts for international academic journals. Bala's teaching activities encompass both undergraduate and postgraduate-level instruction, and he has supervised the research of numerous postgraduate students. He is committed to curriculum development and has implemented innovative and interactive teaching methods to improve student learning outcomes. He has successfully graduated 24 students, including 4 PhDs, 4 MSc, and 16 Master in Clinical Pharmacy. He is dedicated to producing sustainable pharmacy education and closing the knowledge transfer gap for students. If you're interested in Clinical Pharmacy, Geriatric pharmacy, Medication Safety, Research and Education, feel free to connect and exchange ideas.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

78 total publications

Comparison of Flipped Model to Traditional Classroom Learning in a Professional Pharmacy Course

Education Sciences / Sep 19, 2017

McCabe, C., Smith, M., & Ferreri, S. (2017). Comparison of Flipped Model to Traditional Classroom Learning in a Professional Pharmacy Course. Education Sciences, 7(3), 73. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci7030073

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William Forster

Associate Professor and Editor in Entrepreneurial Psychology
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (20)
Psychology and Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial Passion
Effectuation
Business Ethics
Management of Technology and Innovation
And 15 more
About
Bill Forster is an award-winning associate professor of innovation, entrepreneurship, and strategic management and an experienced leader. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business and researches how expert entrepreneurs make decisions, act, and interact to create value and innovate. His research has been published in premier academic journals, including the Academy of Management Review (AMR), the Journal of Business Venturing (JBV), Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, and the Journal of Business Ethics. Bill served on the editorial review board of both AMR and JBV and is currently an Editor (Psychology and Entrepreneurship) for JBV. He teaches innovation, strategic management, entrepreneurial investing, and new venture development courses. <br> He has previously taught at the US Air Force Academy, Lehigh University, and Willamette University and is currently at Oregon State University. Before joining academia, Bill served twelve years as an Air Force officer, leading high technology development programs and consulting with the Air Force, DoD, and other federal agencies. This leadership experience and knowledge gained in academia allow him to consult on various topics, including innovation, leadership, and strategy. He consults on various topics, including innovation, leadership, and strategy. He has worked with various for and not-for-profit companies in Philadelphia, New York, San Francisco, Washington DC, and Oregon.

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Catherine Tucker

Advertising & Economics Professor at MIT
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (23)
Marketing
Economics
Regulation
IT
Information Systems
And 18 more
About
Catherine Tucker is a Professor of Economics and Data Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She is also a member of the MIT Sloan School of Management's faculty. She is a world-renowned expert in the fields of big data, machine learning, and consumer behavior. She has worked extensively on the use of data science to improve public policy and has been a consultant to government agencies and businesses around the world. In addition to her academic work, she is a popular speaker and has been featured in many media outlets, including The Economist, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

94 total publications

Encryption and the loss of patient data

Journal of Policy Analysis and Management / May 24, 2011

Miller, A. R., & Tucker, C. E. (2011). Encryption and the loss of patient data. Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, 30(3), 534–556. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/pam.20590

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Elizabeth Groff

Professor, Criminal Justice, Temple University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (18)
crime and place
crime prevention
policing
agent-based modeling
Law
And 13 more
About
Elizabeth Groff is a professor of Geography and Criminology at Temple University. She holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Maryland, College Park (2006), and MA degrees in both Geography from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1994) and Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Maryland, College Park (2005). Her expertise combines detailed analysis of physical landscapes, geographical research, geographic information systems analysis, and popular culture. Her research interests include urban security and crime mapping, the social and economic aspects of urban development, the socio-political dynamics of aging and changing metropolitan regions, and the intersections of race, gender, and place. She has published numerous articles and has presented at various conferences throughout the country.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

86 total publications

Exploring the relationship between foot and car patrol in violent crime areas

Policing: An International Journal of Police Strategies &amp; Management / Mar 01, 2013

Groff, E. R., Johnson, L., Ratcliffe, J. H., & Wood, J. (2013). Exploring the relationship between foot and car patrol in violent crime areas. Policing: An International Journal of Police Strategies &amp; Management, 36(1), 119–139. https://doi.org/10.1108/13639511311302506

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C. Malik Boykin, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor at Brown University with publications on systemic racism in organizations and algorithmic bias
Most Relevant Research Interests
Public Administration
Other Research Interests (11)
prejudice
discrimination
hierarchy
algorithmic bias
mentorship
And 6 more
About
Dr. C. Malik Boykin is currently an Assistant Professor at Brown University, where he teaches courses in social psychology. He is the P.I. of the RISE (Racial Identity in Social Environments) Lab at Brown University where his students spans topics from behavioral genetics, to algorithmic bias, to bias reduction in medicine.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

10 total publications

Racial Inequality in Academia: Systemic Origins, Modern Challenges, and Policy Recommendations

Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences / Feb 11, 2021

Dupree, C. H., & Boykin, C. M. (2021). Racial Inequality in Academia: Systemic Origins, Modern Challenges, and Policy Recommendations. Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences, 8(1), 11–18. https://doi.org/10.1177/2372732220984183

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Example public administration projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on public administration?

Policy Analysis and Recommendations

An academic researcher in Public Administration can analyze existing policies and regulations relevant to a company's industry. They can provide recommendations for policy changes or improvements that align with the company's goals and interests. This can help the company navigate regulatory challenges and advocate for favorable policy outcomes.

Program Evaluation

Companies implementing public programs or initiatives can collaborate with academic researchers to evaluate their effectiveness. Researchers can design and conduct rigorous evaluations, collecting data and analyzing outcomes. This evaluation can provide valuable insights into program impact, identify areas for improvement, and inform future decision-making.

Strategic Planning

Academic researchers in Public Administration can assist companies in developing strategic plans that align with public policy goals and societal needs. They can conduct research and analysis to identify emerging trends, assess stakeholder interests, and recommend strategies for achieving organizational objectives while considering public administration principles.

Public Opinion Research

Companies can collaborate with academic researchers to conduct public opinion research on issues relevant to their industry. This research can provide insights into public attitudes, preferences, and concerns, helping companies tailor their messaging, products, and services to better meet customer expectations and societal demands.

Capacity Building and Training

Academic researchers can offer capacity-building programs and training sessions to enhance employees' knowledge and skills in public administration. This can include workshops on policy analysis, program evaluation, strategic planning, and other relevant topics. By investing in employee development, companies can improve their internal capacity for effective public administration.