Research and publications

Professor Matthew Davis is an active researcher in organisational psychology, with work focused on the future of work, hybrid working, workplace design, socio-technical systems, organisational culture and responsible business.

This research provides the evidence base for The Business Psychologist’s coaching, advisory work, executive education and media commentary.

Research themes

  • Hybrid work and flexible working
  • Workplace and office design
  • Socio-technical systems
  • Organisational culture and change
  • Workplace wellbeing, performance and collaboration
  • Responsible business and pro-environmental behaviour

The hybrid workspace

Research on how organisational and home workspaces support interaction, concentration and recovery in hybrid work.

Effective hybrid working

Research-led guidance for employers and employees navigating flexible and hybrid work.

Adapting offices for the future of work

Applied research on office adaptation, collaboration, wellbeing and performance after the shift to hybrid working.

External profiles

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Research-informed organisational impact

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