Prof. Sercan Özcan
Prof. Sercan Özcan
Professor Sercan Özcan is a Professor of Innovation and Technology Management and serves as the Associate Head of Research and Innovation at the University of Portsmouth. He has published over 30 articles in top-tier journals and international conferences, and has received multiple awards in recognition of his excellence in research and teaching. He has secured over £600,000 in funding for collaborative research projects with public and private sector partners, where he has applied his expertise in data science and text mining to deliver solutions in innovation intelligence, strategy development, and product design.
His research focuses on the analysis of large-scale datasets—including patent documents, social media, and academic publications—to support innovation management and policy development. He is among a select group of researchers employing novel methodologies to examine emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and nanotechnology. His work contributes to the creation of technology roadmaps, foresight studies, and patent analytics that inform strategic decision-making.
He is committed to advancing both the academic understanding and practical application of innovation and technology management. His mission is to empower students, researchers, and practitioners through data-driven insights and tools that lead to real-world impact.
His contributions have been recognised with several prestigious awards, including:
- Best Paper Award, University of Portsmouth (2018)
- Brad Hosler Award for Outstanding Paper, PICMET (2015)
- Doctoral Researcher Award, ABTA (2014)
Further details on his publications and projects can be found at:
https://researchportal.port.ac.uk/portal/en/persons/sercan-ozcan
