Miguel Baptista Nunes PhD, FHEA, FBCS

Senior Professor and Dean of the School of IoT

Miguel Baptista Nunes (龙乐思) BSc, MSc, PhD, FHEA, FBCS, is a Professor and the Dean of the School of Internet of Things at XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang); a Fellow of the British Computing Society; and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy in the UK.

Prior to this appointment, Miguel was the Dean of the School of Information Management at Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China. Where in 2019, he founded the first laboratory in China dedicated to VR in digital humanities research, named "VR+Culture". Miguel was the chair of the Asia-Pacific Chapter of the iSchools movement from 2018 to 2020; the Chair of the Asia-Pacific Chapter of the Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) from 2017 to 2018. From 2015-2017, Miguel was a National High-end Foreign Expert at the School of Information Resources Management of the Renmin University of China, sponsored by the Chinese State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs.

Prior to this more recent Chinese professional experience, Miguel was at the Information School of the University of Sheffield in the UK for 23 years, 20 of those as a permanent member of academic staff, where he led the development of teaching & learning and research in the Information Systems discipline, with a keen perspective on the resolving bottlenecks and taking opportunity of cutting-edge trends in the discipline.

Miguel’s research interests are centered on information systems, knowledge management and information management, specifically on areas such as information systems modelling, information systems design and development; database design and development; project management; risk management; and information systems change management. Miguel has also an historical interest in e-learning, particularly in social constructivist approaches to curriculum and course design, instructional systems design, and web-based learning environments for active and distance learning. He has published more than 200 refereed articles in both academic journals and conferences; published a book on action research for e-learning and served as chair for a number of international conferences. Miguel has also led several EU, UK and lately Chinese funded projects.


  • 1989-92 Licenciatura in Applied Mathematics (equivalent to BSc) with major in Informatics. Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa, Department of Mathematics, Lisbon, Portugal (EU)
  • 1992-93 MSc in Information Management, Information School, University of Sheffield, UK
  • 1993-99 PhD in Information Studies, Information School, University of Sheffield, UK


  • 2016 -2019 - Dean of the School of Information Management, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong,, China
  • 2016-2020 - Professor at the School of Information Management, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, Guandong,, China
  • 1997-2016 - Full-time Permanent Academic Member of Staff, Information School, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
  • 1990-93 Systems Analyst and Programmer, Department of Software Development, Information Systems Sector of Siemens SA, Portugal, Lisbon, Portugal
  • 1985-90 Officer in the Portuguese Army in the Transmissions Recognition Service


  • Information Systems (IS)
  • - IS Design and Development;
  • - IS Project Management;
  • - IS Change Management;
  • - IS Risk Management;
  • - IS Strategic Alignment.
  • Information Management (IM)
  • - Information Management Cycles and Models.
  • - Information Behaviour;
  • - Information Needs;
  • - Trust and Acceptance of Information Technology;
  • Knowledge Management (KM)
  • Educational Informatics and e-Learning.


  • Zhang. Y, Luo. T. Y, Baptista Nunes, J. M. (2022). Interface Design of Digital Memory Resource Recommender System Based on User Experience. Library Development, 2022(04), pp. 71-80. 张洋,罗婷予,Miguel Baptista Nunes.基于用户体验的数字记忆资源推荐系统界面设计研究[J].图书馆建设,2022(04):71-80.
  • Luo. T.Y., Baptista Nunes, J. M. (2021). Construction and Application of Metadata Schema of City Memory Resources. Library Development, 2021(05), pp. 98-106. (CSSCI) 罗婷予, Miguel Baptista Nunes. 面向智能资源发现服务的城市记忆资源元数据方案构建[J].图书馆建设,2021(05):98-106.
  • Zhang. N, Baptista Nunes J.M., Li. J.Y, Zhang. W. B. (2021). Designing a Virtual Reality Chinese Ancient Book System for Reading and Culture Promotion: a Theoretical Model Development and Implementation. Library and Information Service, 65(11): 12-24. . (CSSCI) 张宁, Miguel Baptista Nunes, 李俊炀,张伟波. 面向中华古籍阅读推广与文化传播的VR系统模型构建与实现[J]. 图书情报工作,2021,65(11):12-24.
  • Wang, M., Baptista Nunes, J. M., and Zhu, J.Q. (2020). “Research on the Integration of Museum-based Research, Cultural Information and Digital Resources within the Subject of Library, Information and Archive Science in China”. Library Journal, 39(04). pp. 80-91. (CSSCI) 王萌,龙乐思,朱嘉麒.我国图情档学科关于文化信息数字资源整合的研究——以博物馆研究为视角[J].图书馆杂志, 2020, 39(04):80-91. (CSSCI)
  • Luo, T.Y. and Baptista Nunes, J. M. (2019). Understanding Recommender Systems from Users' Perspective. Digital Library Forum. 2019(10), pp. 30-36.(CSSCI-E) 罗婷予,Miguel Baptista Nunes.从用户视角理解智能推荐系统[J].数字图书馆论坛,2019(10):30-36. (CSSCI扩展版)
  • Zhang, N., Baptista Nunes, J. M., and Li, J.Y. (2019). “Study on New Paths of Chinese Ancient Books Reading and Traditional Culture Spread in the Context of VR + Culture”. Library Development, 2019(06). pp. 128-134. (CSSCI) 张宁,Miguel Baptista Nunes,李俊炀.“VR+文化”背景下的中华古籍阅读与传统文化传播新路径研究[J].图书馆建设, (06):128-134. (CSSCI)
  • Zhang, N., Baptista Nunes, J. M., and Li, J.Y. (2019). “Exploration of Advantages and Approaches of Reading Chinese Ancient Books from the Perspective of Virtual Reality Technology”. Library, 2019(06), pp. 88-93+105. (CSSCI) 张宁, Miguel Baptista Nunes,李俊炀.虚拟现实技术视域下阅读中华古籍的优势与方法探索[J].图书馆, 2019(06): pp. 88-93+105.
  • Arif, M., Ahmad Shaheen, M., Kanwal, S. and Baptista Nunes, J. M. (2020) “Impact of journalists’ Twitter use on their perceptions of job performance in the Pakistani context”, Library Philosophy and Practice, 4593. Online journal available at: https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi? article=8611&context=libphilprac.
  • Chen, H. and Baptista Nunes, J. M. (2019) “Retaining professional tacit knowledge and evidence of experience through electronic records management”, IADIS International Journal on Computer Science and Information Systems, 14(2), pp. 1-24.
  • Kanwal, S., Baptista Nunes, J. M., Arif, M., Chen, H., and Madden, A. D., (2019) “Application of boundary objects in knowledge management research: a review”, The Electronic Journal of Knowledge Management, 17(2), pp. 100-113.
  • Chen, H., Baptista Nunes, J. M., Ragsdell, G. and An, X. (2019) “Somatic and cultural knowledge: drivers of a habitus-driven model of tacit knowledge acquisition”, Journal of Documentation (SSCI, Impact Factor: 2.053), 75(5), pp. 927-953.
  • Zhang, N., Baptista Nunes, J. M., Peng, G. C. and Wang, L. J. (2019) “Lessons learned from the preparation for the 13th five-year plan for large and complex smart cities in China”, IADIS International Journal on Computer Science and Information Systems, 14(2), pp. 78-94.
  • Wang, M. and Baptista Nunes, J. M. (2019) “Matching Serious Games with Museum’s Educational Roles: Smart Education in Practice,” Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 6(4), pp 319–42.
  • Kanwal, S., Baptista Nunes, J. M. and Arif, M. (2019). Knowledge management practices in South Asian Higher Education institutions. IFLA Journal, 45(4), pp. 309-321.
  • Annansingh, F., Howell, K.E., Liu, S., Baptista Nunes, J. M. (2018) “Academics’ perception of knowledge sharing in higher education”, International Journal of Educational Management, 32(6), pp. 1001-1015.
  • Chen, H., Baptista Nunes, J.M., Ragsdell, G., An, X. (2018) “Extrinsic and intrinsic motivation for experience grounded tacit knowledge sharing in Chinese software organisations”, Journal of Knowledge Management (SSCI, Impact Factor: 2.053), 22(2), pp.478-498.
  • Arif, M., Baptista Nunes, J. M., & Kanwal, S. (2018). Looking back, moving forward: an assessment of LIS internship programme in developing country's perspective, The Journal of Academic Librarianship (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.207), 44(5), pp. 595-602.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2017). “Understanding Big Data for Industrial Innovation and Design: The Missing Information Systems Perspective”. Journal of Data and Information Science, 2 (4), pp 1–6.
  • Peng, G.C. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2017). “Establishing an evidence-based 9D evaluation approach for ERP post-implementation”. Industrial Management & Data Systems (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.472), 117(2), pp. 398-424.
  • Peng, G.C., Baptista Nunes, J.M. and Zheng, L. (2017). “Impacts of low citizen awareness and usage in smart city services: the case of London’s smart parking system”. Information Systems and e-Business Management (SSCI Impact Factor: 1.723), 15(4), pp. 845-876.
  • Isaias, P.; Powell, P. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (editors) (2017) “Special Issue on Trends in Applied IS Research”. Journal of Electronic Commerce in Organizations, 15(2), pp. 1-76.
  • Zhou, L. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2016). “Barriers to knowledge sharing in Chinese healthcare referral services: an emergent theoretical model”. Global Health Action (SSCI Impact Factor: 1.794), 9(1), 29964.
  • Martins, J. T., and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2016). Academics’ e-learning adoption in higher education institutions: a matter of trust. The Learning Organization, 23(5), 299-331.
  • Martins, J.T. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2016) Exploring academics’ understanding of ownership and intellectual property of online educational materials. Journal of Organizational and End User Computing (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.417), 28(4), 33-54.
  • Martins, J.T. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2016) “The temporal properties of e-learning: an exploratory study of academics’ conceptions”. International Journal of Educational Management, 30(1), 2-19.
  • Adil, M.; Baptista Nunes, J. M. and Peng, G.C. (2015) “A Three Tier Evaluation Mixed Method Research Model Aiming to Select an Adequate MCDA Method for Public Sector Procurement”, International Journal of Multiple Research Approaches, 8(2), 179-189.
  • Mojtahed, R., Baptista Nunes, J.M., Martins, JT & Peng GC (2014) “Equipping the Constructivist Researcher: The Combined use of Semi Structured Interviews and Decision Making maps”, The Electronic Journal of Business Research Methods 12(2), 87 95. Online journal available at: http://www.ejbrm.com/main.html.
  • Adil, M.; Baptista Nunes, J. M. and Peng, G.C. (2014) “Identifying Operational Requirements to Select Suitable Decision Models for a Public Sector E-Procurement Decision Support System”, Journal of Information Systems and Technology Management, 11(2), 211-228. Online journal available at: http://www.jistem.fea.usp.br/index.php/jistem/index.
  • Zhao, Y., Baptista Nunes, J.M. & Deng, Z. (2014) “Construction and Evolution of a Chinese Information Science and Information Service (CIS&IS) Onto-Thesaurus”, Knowledge Organisation (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.614), 41(2), 131-144.
  • Mojtahed, R., Baptista Nunes, J.M. & Peng GC (2013) “Probing future banking service opportunities: a study of the intention to adopt mobile banking among young UK graduates”, International Journal of Wireless and Mobile Computing, 6(6), 544-555.
  • Christofi, M., Baptista Nunes, J. M., Peng, G.C. and Lin, A. (2013) “Towards ERP Success in SMEs through Business Process Review prior to Implementation”. Journal of Systems and Information Technology, 15(4), 304-323.
  • Zhou, L. and Baptista Nunes, J. M (2013). “Doing Qualitative Research in Chinese Contexts: Lessons Learned from Conducting Interviews in a Chinese Healthcare Environment”. Library Hi Tech (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.394), 31(3), 419-434.
  • Adil, M.; Baptista Nunes, J. M. and Peng, G.C. (2013) “Selecting E-Procurement Decision Models by Evaluating MCDA Methods according to the Requirements of the Maldivian Public Sector”. The International Journal of Small Economies, 4(1), 9-22.
  • Zhou, L. and Baptista Nunes, J. M (2012). “Identifying Knowledge Sharing Barriers in the Collaboration of Traditional and Western Medicine Professionals in Chinese Hospitals: A Case Study”. Journal of Librarianship and Information Science (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.583), 44(4), 238-248
  • Aleixo C., Baptista Nunes J.M. and Pedro Isaias (2012). "Usability and Digital Inclusion: Standards and Guidelines". International Journal of Public Administration, 35(3), 221-239.
  • Pan, K., Baptista Nunes, J.M. and Peng, G.C. (2011). “Risks affecting ERP viability: insights from a very large Chinese manufacturing group”. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, 22 (1), 107-130.
  • Chen, H., Baptista Nunes, J. M, Zhou, L. and Peng G.C. (2011). “The Role of Electronic Records Management in Information Systems Development: Gathering, Recording and Managing Evidence of Crucial Communication and Negotiations With Customers”. Aslib Proceedings (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.635), 63(2/3), 168 - 187.
  • Baptista Nunes, J. M., Martins, J., Zhou, L., Almamari, S., and Alajamy, M. (2010). “Contextual Sensitivity in Grounded Theory: The Role of Pilot Studies in Grounded Theory”. The Electronic Journal of Business Research Methods, 8(2), 73-84. Online journal available at: http://www.ejbrm.com/main.html.
  • Peng, G.C. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2010). “Barriers to the successful exploitation of ERP systems in Chinese State-Owned Enterprises”. International Journal of Business and Systems Research, 4 (5/6), 596-620.
  • Peng, G.C. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2009). “Surfacing ERP exploitation risks through a risk ontology”. Industrial Management & Data Systems (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.472), 109 (7), 926-942.
  • Peng, G.C. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2009). “Identification and assessment of risks associated with ERP post-implementation in China”. Journal of Enterprise Information Management, 22 (5), 587-614.
  • Bashir I., Baptista Nunes J.M., Russell N.V. (2008) "Knowledge management and innovation in UK energy sector SMEs: is there a close link?". International Journal of Knowledge Management Studies, 2(3), 349-370.
  • Zhou, L., Vasconcelos, A. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2008). “Supporting Decision Making in Risk Management through an Evidence-Based Information Systems Project Risk Checklist”. Information Management & Computer Security, 16 (2), 166-186.
  • Woodfine B. P., Baptista Nunes J.M. and Wright D.J. (2008) “Text-based Synchronous eLearning and Dyslexia: not necessarily the perfect match!”. Computers & Education (SSCI, Impact Factor: 2.970), 50(3), 703–717.
  • Jobbins, D., Kingston, B., Baptista Nunes, J.M, Polding, R. (2008) "The Complete University Guide - A New Concept for League Table Practices in the United Kingdom", Higher Education in Europe, 33(2-3), 357-359.
  • Polding, R., Baptista Nunes J.M., Kingston, B. (2008) "Assessing e-book model sustainability", Journal of Librarianship and Information Science (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.583), 40(4), 255-268.
  • McPherson, M.A. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2008) "Critical issues for e-learning delivery: what may seem obvious is not always put into practice". Journal of Computer Assisted Learning (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.464), 24(5), 433 - 445.
  • McPherson, M.A. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2006) "Organisational Issues for e-Learning: Critical Success Factors as Identified by HE Practitioners", International Journal of Educational Management, 20( 7), 542 - 558.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. and McPherson, M.A. (2006) “Learning Support in Online Constructivist Environments in Information Systems”, Innovations in Teaching and Learning in Information and Computer Sciences, 5(2), 1-9.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M., Annansingh, F.P. & Eaglestone B.M., Wakefield, R. (2006) "Knowledge management issues in knowledge-intensive SMEs", Journal of Documentation (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.058), 62(1), 101-119.
  • Lopes, I., Martins, M. and Baptista Nunes J.M. (2005) “Towards the Knowledge Economy: the Technological Innovation and Education Impact on the Value Creation Process” The Electronic Journal of Knowledge Management, 3(2), 129-138. Online journal available at: http://www.ejkm.com .
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M., Annansingh, F.P. & Eaglestone B.M., Wakefield, R. (2005) " Managers’ Perceptions of the Value of Knowledge Management in Small and Medium Sized Knowledge-Intensive Enterprises (SMEs)”, Journal of Knowledge Management Practice, 6(December 2005). Online Journal Available at: http://www.tlainc.com/articl104.htm.
  • Madden, A.D.; Baptista Nunes, J.M.; McPherson, M.A.; Ford, N.J.; Miller, D. and Rico, M. (2005) “A New Generation Gap? Some Thoughts on the Consequences of Early ICT First Contact”, International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education, 1(2), 19-32.
  • [47] McPherson, M.A. & Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2004) “The Role of Tutors as an Integral Part of Online Learning Support”, European Journal of Open and Distance Learning. Online at: https://old.eurodl.org/?p=archives&year=2004&halfyear=1&article=105.
  • McPherson, M. A. & Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2004) “The Failure of a Virtual Social Space (VSS) Designed to Create a Learning Community: Lessons Learned”, British Journal of Educational Technology (SSCI, Impact Factor: 2.098), 35(3), 305-323.
  • Adeleye, B. C.; Annansingh, F.P. & Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2004) “Risk Management in IS Outsourcing: An Investigation into Commercial Banks in Nigeria”, International Journal of Information Management (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.764), 24(2) 167-180.
  • Eaglestone, B. & Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2004) “Pragmatics and Practicalities of Teaching and Learning in the Quicksand of Database Syllabuses”, Innovations in Teaching and Learning in Information and Computer Sciences, 3(1). 1-9.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. & McPherson, M (2003) “Action research in continuing professional distance education”, Journal of Computer Assisted Learning (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.464), 19(4), 429-437.
  • Levy, P.; Ford, N.; Foster, J.; Madden, A.; Miller, D.; Baptista Nunes, J.M.; McPherson, M.; & Webber, S. (2003) “Educational Informatics: an Emerging Research Agenda”, Journal of Information Science (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.299), 29(4), 298-310.
  • [53] Eaglestone, B.; Lin, A.; Baptista Nunes, J.M. & Annansingh, F. (2003) “Intention and Effect of IS Solutions: Does Risk Management Stifle Creativity”, Journal of Information Science (SSCI, Impact Factor: 1.299), 29(4), 296-278.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. & McPherson, M. (2002) “Pedagogical and Implementation Models for E-Learning Continuing Professional Distance Education (CPDE) Emerging from Action Research”, International Journal of Management Education, 2(3), 16-25.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. & McPherson, M (2002) “An Action Research Model for the Management of Change in Continuing Professional Distance Education”, Innovations in Teaching And Learning in Information and Computer Sciences, 1(2), 1-6.
  • McPherson, M. & Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2002) “Supporting Educational Management through Action Research”, International Journal of Educational Management, 16(6), 300-308.
  • Zafeiriou, G.; Baptista Nunes, J.M. & Ford, N. (2001) "Using Student's Perceptions of Participation in Collaborative Learning Activities in the Design of Online Learning Environments" Education for Information, 19(2), 83-106.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. & Levy, P. (2000) "Supporting Life-Long Learning: New Educational Roles for Public Librarians", Liberpolis - Revista das Bibliotecas Públicas, 3, 8-15.
  • Wright, D.J. & Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2000) "WWW Support for Nursing Students with Dyslexia and their Tutors", Health Informatics Journal, 6, 91-99.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. and Fowell, S.P. (1996). "Developing Educational Hypermedia Applications: a Methodological Approach", Information Research (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.841), 2(2). Online Journal Available at: http://informationr.net/ir/2-2/paper15.html.
  • Baptista Nunes, J.M. and Fowell, S.P. (1996). "Hypermedia as an Experiential Learning Tool: a Theoretical Model", Information Research (SSCI, Impact Factor: 0.841), 2(1). Online Journal Available at: http://InformationR.net/ir/2-1/paper12.html.


  • Zhou, L. and Baptista Nunes, J. M (2015) Knowledge Sharing in Chinese Hospital: Identifying Sharing Barriers in Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Collaboration, Springer International Publishing, Switzerland.
  • Isaias P. and Baptista Nunes, J.M (2012) (editors) Information Systems Research and Exploring Social Artifacts: Approaches and Methodologies, Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
  • McPherson, M. A. and Baptista Nunes, J.M. (2004) Developing Innovation in Online Learning: An Action Research Framework. London: Routledge-Falmer.
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