Michele has been involved with innovation research and policy over the last 15 years, beginning with his PhD at the University of Toronto.

As Associate Professor at OCAD University in Strategic Foresight and Innovation, his research agenda explores innovation systems, innovation policy, and the application of design principles and evidence-based solutions to solving the challenges faced therein. His approach is multi-disciplinary, and influenced by his practical policy and applied research experience.

Selected Publications

• Mastroeni, M. and Rosiello, A. (2016) “Regional Industrial Development: Moving Beyond Specialisation,” in Beyond Financial Regulation: Financing Industrial Policy, with the Foundation for European Progressive Studies. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
• Rosiello, A., Mastroeni, M., Castle, D. and Phillips, P. (2015) “Clusters, Technological Districts and Smart Specialisation: an Empirical Analysis of Policy Implementation Challenges”, International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management, 19, Nos. 5/6.
• Mastroeni, M., Tait, J. and Rosiello, A. (2013) “Regional Innovation Policies in a Globally Connected Environment,” Science and Public Policy, Vol 40, No. 1.