With over a decade of research experience, she investigates R&D and technology upscaling processes for sustainability. Dr. Hasanefendic has published in leading journals including Energy Research & Social Science, Sustainable Cities and Society, Sustainability, Technology Forecasting & Social Change, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews and Renewable Energy.
She collaborates with startups, universities, and public institutions to translate innovation into real-world impact and currently serves as the director and board member of the Willem Hovy Fonds which awards funding for students for societally impactful innovation. She holds a double PhD with cum laude from ISCTE-IUL in Lisbon and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Her international collaborations span Portugal, the U.S., Japan, and Sweden. She is also a sought-after speaker and thought leader, regularly presenting at academic conferences and industry forums worldwide.
Dr. Sandra Hasanefendic
Dr. Sandra Hasanefendic is an Assistant Professor (with tenure) in Breakthrough Technologies, Management and Policy and an Associate Lead of the Breakthrough Technologies and Sustainable Innovation Group.
