Fu-Mei Chuang | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Fu-Mei Chuang | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor at Rennes School of Business | France 

Dr. Fu-Mei Chuang is an accomplished academic and marketing scholar who serves as an Associate Professor in the Marketing Department at Rennes School of Business, France, an institution accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. She possesses extensive international academic and professional experience across Europe and Asia, with previous roles at Loughborough University and Cardiff Business School in the United Kingdom, as well as Trans-World University and the World Trade Centre in Taiwan. Her academic background reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation, holding advanced degrees in marketing, innovation, and international business from renowned universities in the United Kingdom and Taiwan. Dr. Chuang’s research focuses on marketing innovation, new product development, strategic management, and value co-creation, particularly within high-technology and luxury industries. According to Google Scholar, she has achieved 257 total citations, an h-index of 4, and an i10-index of 4 across 7 key publications. Her scholarly contributions have been published in leading academic journals, including the British Journal of Management, Journal of Product Innovation Management, Research Policy, and Journal of Strategic Marketing. She has also contributed to the Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing and has several papers under review in reputable outlets such as Technological Forecasting and Social Change and Cornell Hospitality Quarterly. Her work often explores how organizational learning, market orientation, and innovation strategies drive competitive advantage and new product success, especially in emerging markets like China. In addition to her research, Dr. Chuang has actively participated in major international conferences, including those organized by the American Marketing Association, the Academy of International Business, and the Strategic Management Society.

Profiles : ORCID | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications : 

Liu, X., Hodgkinson, I. R., & Chuang, F.-M. (2014). Foreign competition, domestic knowledge base and innovation activities: Evidence from Chinese high-tech industries. Research Policy, 43(2), 414–422.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2015). Customer and competitor insights, new product development competence, and new product creativity: Differential, integrative, and substitution effects. Journal of Product Innovation Management, 32(2), 175–182.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2012). Clan culture, strategic orientation and new product performance in Chinese marketing ventures: An exploration of main and moderating effects. Journal of Strategic Marketing, 20(3), 267–286.

Robson, M. J., Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., Bıçakcıoğlu‐Peynirci, N., & Di Benedetto, C. A. (2023). New product development process execution, integration mechanisms, capabilities and outcomes: Evidence from Chinese high‐technology ventures. British Journal of Management, 34(4), 2036–2056.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2014). Creativity and innovation for new technology ventures. In The Sustainable Global Marketplace: Proceedings of the 2011 Academy of Marketing Science Conference (pp. 597–601). Springer.

Dengkai Chen | Industrial Design and Ergonomics | Best Researcher Award |

Prof. Dengkai Chen – Industrial Design and Ergonomics  – Best Researcher Award

Northwestern Polytechnical University | China

 Profile 

📍Current Position

He is a prominent figure in the School of Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern Polytechnical University. With a specialization in design, particularly industrial and ergonomic design, he has dedicated over two decades to advancing both academic and practical aspects of this field.

📝Publication Achievements 

His prolific career includes the publication of more than 100 academic papers, seven books, and textbooks. His research outputs have significantly impacted the field of design, with numerous citations and wide recognition in the academic community.

🔍Ongoing Research 

Currently, he is engaged in several cutting-edge research projects. These include exploring AI-driven design innovation, developing non-contact ergonomic monitoring systems, and enhancing operator environments in confined spaces. His work aims to improve user efficiency and comfort across various applications, from spaceflight to everyday products.

🔬Research Interests 

His research interests encompass a broad range of topics within design and ergonomics. These include: Product innovation design, Design philosophy, Technical aesthetics, Ergonomics design

🎓Academic Background 

He earned his Master’s Degree in Literary and Arts Aesthetics from Northwestern University, China, in 2001, and his Doctorate Degree in Computer-Aided Industrial Design from Northwestern Polytechnical University in 2010. His academic journey laid a strong foundation for his extensive research and teaching career.

🏆Scholarships and Awards 

He has been honored with several awards, including four provincial and ministerial scientific research awards and a second prize for National Outstanding Teaching Achievements. His work has also earned him more than 100 national patents, reflecting his innovation and contribution to industrial design.

🌐Professional Associations 

He is actively involved in numerous professional bodies. He serves as the executive director and secretary-general of the Innovation Design Alliance of the Silk Road Economic Zone and the Xi’an Design Union. His leadership roles extend to several key laboratories and centers focused on industrial design and human-machine ergonomics.

 📚Training & Workshops 

Throughout his career, he has participated in and organized numerous workshops and training sessions. These events have facilitated knowledge exchange and collaboration within the design community..

🎤Oral Presentations 

A regular speaker at international conferences, he has delivered over 27 presentations. His expertise and engaging speaking style make him a sought-after speaker in the fields of industrial and ergonomic design.

🧑‍🔬Tasks Completed as a Researcher 

He has led over 10 industrial design projects in major engineering fields, including national manned spaceflight and deep-sea exploration. His systematic approach to ergonomics has resulted in significant advancements in confined compartment layout, visual ergonomics, and human factors risk assessment.

🚀Success Factors 

Key factors contributing to his success include his innovative thinking, interdisciplinary approach, and commitment to practical applications of his research. His ability to bridge the gap between theory and practice has earned him a distinguished reputation in his field..

🧪Publications & Laboratory Experience

Publications: Over 100 academic papers, 7 books, and numerous patents. Laboratory Experience: Director of several key laboratories and centers, focusing on industrial design and ergonomics.

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