Dr. Lisa Bosman, Purdue University, United States
Dr. Lisa Bosman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Technology Leadership and Innovation at Purdue University’s Polytechnic Institute, where she has been a faculty member since 2018. With a strong commitment to advancing entrepreneurial-minded education, her research spans inclusive, applied learning and fostering innovation in engineering and technology leadership. Dr. Bosman has held postdoctoral research roles focusing on manufacturing education and integrating entrepreneurial mindsets into engineering curricula. Prior to joining Purdue, she served as faculty at the College of Menominee Nation, contributing to STEM education for American Indian communities and advancing solar energy modeling.
Education
Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering (2011 – 2014)
Institution: Purdue University, United States
Research Focus: Operations Research, Decision Support Systems, Performance Modeling
M.S. in Management Information Systems (2008 – 2010)
Institution: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI
Research Focus: Social Capital Theory, Firm Opportunity Recognition
M.S. in Industrial Engineering (2005 – 2007)
Institution: Clemson University, Clemson, SC
Research Focus: Supply Chain Management, Quality Control
M.S. in Management and Organizational Behavior (2003 – 2005)
Institution: Silverlake College, Manitowoc, WI
B.S. in Industrial Engineering (1999 – 2003)
Institution: Milwaukee School of Engineering, Milwaukee, WI
Additional Qualification: Minor in Business
Professional Profile
ORCID Profile
Professional Experience
Dr. Lisa Bosman is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in technology leadership, innovation, and STEM education. She is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Technology Leadership and Innovation at Purdue University, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, where she has served since 2018. Her academic journey at Purdue began as an Assistant Professor, during which she made significant contributions to inclusive, applied, and entrepreneurially-minded education.
Previously, Dr. Bosman was engaged in postdoctoral research at multiple institutions. At Purdue University, she worked on manufacturing initiatives as part of the Big Idea Challenge, focusing on inclusivity and application-driven education. At Marquette University, her postdoctoral research emphasized integrating entrepreneurial mindsets into engineering curricula and faculty professional development.
Research Interests
Entrepreneurially-Minded Education
Technology Leadership and Innovation
Educator Professional Development
Applied Academic Entrepreneurship
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Research Honors and Awards
Purdue Polytechnic Research Impact Area (RIA) Interdisciplinary Research Award (2022)
Teaching for Tomorrow Fellowship Awards (2022)
Best Paper Award (2020)
Best Paper Award (2020): Honored by the Industrial Engineering Division of ASEE
C3E (Clean Energy, Education & Empowerment) Award Finalist (2018)
Doctoral Poster Winner (3rd Place) (2014)
Top Notable Publications
How Market Transformation Policies Can Support Agrivoltaic Adoption
Journal: Sustainability
Publication Date: 2024-12-20
DOI: 10.3390/su162411172
Contributors: Lisa Bosman, József Kádár, Brandon Yonnie, Amy LeGrande
Using Evidence‐Based Decision‐Making and Cognitive Apprenticeship Approach to Develop Students’ Entrepreneurial Mindset
Journal: Computer Applications in Engineering Education
Publication Date: 2024-11
DOI: 10.1002/cae.22779
Contributors: Lisa Bosman, Alejandra Magana
Applications of Photovoice-Based Entrepreneurial-Minded Pedagogical Interventions in the Engineering Classroom
Journal: Trends in Higher Education
Publication Date: 2024-05-02
DOI: 10.3390/higheredu3020019
Contributors: Bhavana Kotla, Lisa Bosman
Reduction in Emissions by Massive Solar Plant Integration in the US Power Grid
Journal: Energies
Publication Date: 2024-03-28
DOI: 10.3390/en17071611
Contributors: Esteban A. Soto, Ebisa Wollega, Alexander Vizcarrondo Ortega, Andrea Hernandez-Guzman, Lisa Bosman
Big Data Ethics and Its Role in the Innovation and Technology Adoption Process
Journal: Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching & Learning
Publication Date: 2024-03-15
DOI: 10.1108/JRIT-12-2022-0088
Contributors: Lisa Bosman, Taofeek Oladepo, Ida Ngambeki
NSF REU Entrepreneurially Minded Applied Energy Program Evaluation: Traditional Delivery Versus Alternative Delivery (Implemented During COVID-19)
Journal: Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education
Publication Date: 2024-03-05
DOI: 10.1108/JARHE-01-2023-0047
Contributors: Lisa Bosman, Esteban Soto, Jason Ostanek, Jose Garcia-Bravo, Sunghwan Lee, Walter Leon-Salas
Conclusion
Dr. Lisa Bosman is an exemplary candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award, with her robust academic portfolio, focus on interdisciplinary innovation, and significant contributions to both engineering and education. Her research aligns with the award’s criteria for originality, impact, and societal relevance. Addressing areas such as increased international outreach and high-risk projects would further bolster her already strong candidacy. Based on her current achievements and future potential, Dr. Bosman is highly suitable and a strong contender for this prestigious recognition.