Researchers win Most Cited Paper Award 2024
25 September 2024
Richard Kirkham, Deputy Director of the Thomas Ashton Institute, Sagarika Bala Prakash, Anupam Nanda and Sarah Coleman have been awarded the Most Cited Paper Award 2024 for the journal Project Leadership and Society.
The paper, titled "Exploring the complexity of highways infrastructure programmes in the United Kingdom through systems thinking," has garnered significant recognition within the academic community. This accolade highlights the paper’s impact and relevance, reflecting the high regard in which Dr. Kirkham’s work is held by his peers.
The award-winning paper delves into the complexities of highways infrastructure programmes in the UK using systems thinking principles.
The study examines three major projects: the A303 Stonehenge Tunnel, the A66 Trans-Pennine upgrade, and the Lower Thames Crossing. By employing causal models, the paper illustrates the interdependencies and socio-economic impacts of these programmes. It argues that understanding these projects as interconnected systems is crucial for unlocking added value and achieving long-term benefits.
The paper is available for open access and can be downloaded here: Exploring the complexity of highways infrastructure programmes in the United Kingdom through systems thinking
Congratulations to the team on this prestigious achievement!