Nunzia Coco is an Assistant Professor of Management at the University of Bologna. Her research focuses on digital transformation, open innovation, and design-driven innovation, with a particular emphasis on how design methodologies can foster creativity, enable collaborative problem-solving, and drive organizational change.
She has published in leading international journals such as R&D Management, Creativity and Innovation Management, and Science and Public Policy, and has contributed to edited volumes and academic proceedings. Her research is often interdisciplinary and conducted in international contexts, bridging theoretical inquiry with practical application.
With professional experience in both academia and industry, Dr. Coco integrates scholarly rigor with real-world relevance. Her work leverages design as a strategic tool to address complex challenges and support meaningful, sustainable innovation. She is also an active member of the academic community, serving as a reviewer for top-tier journals and conferences in the fields of innovation and management.