About the Book
New digital tools have the potential to accelerate the transformation of economies and societies towards a more inclusive and resilient future. In the case of the European Union, the European Green Deal aims to transform Europe into the first climate neutral continent. It focuses on a variety of areas of interest: climate, energy, environment and oceans, transport, industry, and R&I, among others. On the other hand, the EU Blue Economy Observatory focuses on seas, oceans and coasts, and studies the economic activities linked to them. Research on blue economy and green economy can provide valuable knowledge and insights about how countries and companies can create new business opportunities, jobs and economic growth. Securing Sustainable Futures Through Blue and Green Economies discusses innovative approaches and views, exploring simultaneously how blue economy's policies and strategies, green economy's actions and priorities, and digital transformation can successfully pave the road towards more inclusive and digital societies. Additionally, it seeks to foster dialogue and research about national priorities and strategies, share knowledge about latest research in these fields, and foster scientific collaboration among different stakeholders, including industry, policy, and civil society. Covering topics such as corporate social responsibility, the labor market, and population growth, this book is an excellent resource for researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, scholars, academicians, professionals, and more.
About the Author :
Patricia Ordóñez de Pablos is a professor in the Department of Business Administration in the Faculty of Business and Economics at The University of Oviedo, Spain. She completed her education in The London School of Economics, UK. Her teaching and research interests focus on the areas of strategic management, knowledge management, organizational learning, intellectual capital and information technologies, with special interest in Asia (Bhutan, China, Laos, Myanmar). She is Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Learning and Intellectual Capital (IJLIC) and International Journal of Asian Business and Information Management (IJABIM), respectively. She has edited books for IGI Global, Elsevier, Routledge, and Springer. In 2021, 2022 and 2023, she earned placement on Stanford University’s “Ranking of the World Scientists: World’s Top 2% Scientists” list. Additionally she is listed in World Top Scientists of Research.com in the Areas of Social Science and Humanities in Spain. Dr Miltiadis D. Lytras is a visiting researcher at Effat University. Dr Lytras is a world-class expert in the fields of cognitive computing, information systems, technology-enabled innovation, social networks, computers in human behavior, and knowledge management. He is an expert in advanced computer science and management, editor, lecturer, and research consultant, with extensive experience in academia and the business sector in Europe and Asia. He served as the Editor in Chief of the International Journal in Semantic Web and Information Systems. He has co-edited more than 110 high impact factor special issues in ISI/Scopus indexed journals and co-Edited/Authored more than 80 books in international publishers including Elsevier, Emerald, IGI-Global, Springer, etc. Dr Lytras has co-authored more than 120 high impact factor papers in Q1 and Q2, Web of Science and Scopus indexed Journals such as: IEEE Transactions on Knowledge and Data Engineering; IEEE Internet Computing; IEEE Transactions on Education; IEEE Access; Future Generation Computer Systems; Journal of Business Research; International Journal of Information Management; Journal of Innovation and Knowledge; Technological forecasting and Social Change; Journal of Ambient Technology and Humanized Computing; World Wide Web Journal; Computers in Human Behavior; Studies in Higher Education; Telematics and Informatics; Information Systems Management; IJ of Engineering Education; Journal of Universal Computer Science; Journal of Knowledge Management; British Journal on Education Technology; Interactive Learning Environment; Educational Technology and Society; Behavior and Information Technology, etc. Dr. Lytras has a 25 years’ experience on Research and Development projects and grants with significant skills and competencies to the successful conceptualization, financing and implementation of R&D projects with extensive experience in Europe, Middle East, and Far East. He has involved in more than 70 R&D projects overtime. Main areas of expertis Dr. Lytras has hold various senior editorial positions in prestigious journals over time including Editor in Chief and Associate Editor positions. He has also the privilege to guest edit more than 130 special issues in high impact factor journals. • Founding Editor and Editor in Chief of IJ on Semantic Web and Information Systems (High Impact Factor, WoS indexed) Additional editorial positions (selected): • Founding Editor in Chief, International Journal on Technology Enhanced Learning (IJTEL) • Founding Editor in Chief International Journal of Knowledge and Learning (IJKL) • Founding Editor in Chief of International Journal of Knowledge Society Research (IJKSR) Dr. Lytras has (co-edited) more than 100 peer reviewed volumes/books in topics related to his expertise. Indicative titles include: • Digital Transformation in Healthcare in Post-COVID-19 Times • Smart Cities and Digital Transformation: Empowering Communities, Limitless Innovation, Sustainable Development and the Next Generation, • Smart Cities: Issues and Challenges: Mapping Political, Social and Economic Risks and Threats • Smart Villages in the EU and Beyond Dr. Sawsan Malik is an Assistant Professor at the Arab Open University, Kuwait branch, a position held since September 2021. With a dedicated focus on the College of Business Studies, she brings knowledge and expertise to the realm of entrepreneurship and innovation in Kuwait. As an Assistant Professor, she has been actively engaged in pioneering research endeavors. Dr. Malik honed into the dynamics of entrepreneurship and innovation within the Kuwaiti context. The primary objective of her research is to unravel the intricate factors that propel entrepreneurial activities in Kuwait, with a specific emphasis on the role of innovation in fostering economic growth and development. One of her key areas of interest revolves around transforming business plans into new business models, leveraging digitalization. Notably, she delves into the emerging field of smart city development, exploring how entrepreneurs can harness digitalization to develop and expand their businesses. Dr. Malik’s research extends to the intersection of eco-innovation, circular economy, gig economy, and e-business modules within the context of smart city management.
