Dr Lidwin Kenneth Michael

Dr. Lidwin Kenneth Michael serves as an Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) in the Department of Humanities and Management at MIT Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). In his teaching role, he handles a diverse portfolio of subjects including Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering Economics, Banking Technology, and related management courses. Drawing on more than nine years of rich industry experience, he consistently bridges the gap between theory and practice by integrating real-world examples, case-based insights, and applied perspectives into his classroom sessions. His pedagogical approach is anchored in clarity, engagement, and a genuine passion for helping students develop a thorough and practical understanding of the subjects he teaches. Beyond classroom instruction, Dr. Lidwin is deeply invested in the academic and professional development of his students. He guides postgraduate students and undergraduate minor project students through the research process, providing structured mentorship from problem identification and literature review through to final documentation and presentation.

He also supports students engaged in short-term research activities, helping them develop analytical thinking, scholarly rigour, and research communication skills. As a student mentor, he extends his support beyond formal academic settings, engaging with undergraduate students on matters related to academic planning, project work, and professional growth. He actively mentors students in seminars, case presentations, and research-based learning initiatives, fostering an environment of intellectual curiosity and applied inquiry. Dr. Lidwin's research interests reflect a commitment to addressing contemporary challenges at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and management. His key areas of inquiry include e-waste management and sustainability, electric vehicle (EV) adoption, operations management and supply chain management practices. He has published several papers in reputed peer-reviewed journals, with notable contributions examining the factors influencing electric vehicle adoption and the role of e-waste dynamics in advancing sustainability goals within the Indian context.

In addition to his teaching and research commitments, Dr. Lidwin plays an active and multifaceted role in the academic administration and governance of his department and institution. He serves as the Exam Coordinator and the e-pad coordinator for the Humanities and Management domain, where he oversees the planning and smooth conduct of examinations and ensures adherence to institutional assessment norms and timelines. He is a member of the Departmental Curriculum Committee (DCC), contributing to the ongoing review, design, and enhancement of academic programmes to keep them current, rigorous, and aligned with evolving industry and educational standards. As the Programme Coordinator for the B.Tech. Computer Science and Financial Technology programme, he manages programme-level academic coordination, student affairs, and administrative oversight, ensuring the effective delivery of the programme. Dr. Lidwin also serves as a core member of the Centre for Net Zero Research & Operations at MIT, where he contributes to interdisciplinary research initiatives and operational planning directed towards sustainability and net-zero objectives. Through these varied administrative responsibilities, he demonstrates a sustained commitment to institutional development and the broader mission of MIT Manipal, MAHE.