Regular biography
Associate Professor Sandra Figueira is affiliated with The University of Queensland's School of Business, where she holds the title of Associate Professor. Her research interests include teaching innovation, student engagement, spatial design in education, and the role of technology in sustainability and corporate social responsibility. She investigates how digitalization and Industry 4.0 technologies support circular economy practices and sustainable business models, particularly in emerging markets. Her work also explores the dynamics of business systems, internationalization, and innovation, with a focus on China's economic and business models. Figueira has published extensively on topics such as corporate social responsibility, open innovation, and the impact of institutional factors on business practices.
Scholar-generated biography
Sandra Figueira is an Associate Professor at The University of Queensland, specializing in Corporate Social Responsibility, International Business, Ethics, and Sustainability. Her research explores the intersection of corporate practices with sustainability, focusing on how multinational enterprises can adopt circular economy models and leverage technologies like blockchain and Industry 4.0 to enhance environmental and social outcomes. She investigates barriers to innovation, institutional systems, and the role of social integration in business strategies, particularly in emerging markets. Her work also addresses gender dynamics in open innovation and the unique characteristics of business systems in countries like China.