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Biography
Dr. Wolf has experience working in institutional research, effectiveness, assessment and strategic planning within higher education. His work has focused on the use of data analytics to make strategic business decisions and process improvement. He is a member of the International Network of Research Management Societies (INORMS) Research Evaluation Working Group. An international group of practioners working towards fair research assessment practices.
Dr. Wolf is the Director of Research Analytics which leads efforts and maintains robust research business intelligence tools, data analytics, reporting, analysis, and assessment tools.
Research Interests
Professional research interests include: the use of data analytics and business intelligence in decision-making, and impact of social network analysis.
Personal research interests include: equality issues related to gender and sexual minority populations, campus climate, and capacity building.
Courses Taught
AN/MKT 306: Business Intelligence and Data Visualization Gatton College of Buinsess and Economics, University of Kentucky
ISC 497 Special Topics: Data Analytics and Storytelling with Data Integrated Strategic Communications, College of Communication and Information, University of Kentucky
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Kentucky
2018
Masters, Public Administration, Eastern Kentucky University
2008
Bachelor of Science, Berea College
2004
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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RCN: Research Evaluation and Analytics Capacity Hub (REACH)
Wolf, B. G. (PI)
7/1/25 → 6/30/29
Project: Research project
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Responsible Research Evaluation Summit: Using the SCOPE Framework to Evaluate Responsibly
Wolf, B. G. (PI)
Institute of Museum and Library Services
8/1/23 → 12/31/26
Project: Research project
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Research Analytics Maturity Model: Assessing the Use of Research Analytics within the Higher Education Research Ecosystem
Wolf, B. G. (PI) & Larimore, E. (CoI)
9/15/26 → 8/31/28
Project: Research project
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Participant Support : Research Analytics Maturity Model: Assessing the Use of Research Analytics within the Higher Education Research Ecosystem
Wolf, B. G. (PI) & Larimore, E. (CoI)
9/15/26 → 8/31/28
Project: Research project
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The University of Kentucky Racial Equity Initiative Coordinating Center
Stevens-Watkins, D. (PI), Adatorwovor, R. (CoI), Canedo, J. (CoI), Knudsen, H. (CoI), Oser, C. (CoI), Stoops, W. (CoI), Vickers-Smith, R. (CoI), Wolf, B. G. (CoI), Francis, D. (Former CoI) & Hargons, C. (Former CoI)
National Institute on Drug Abuse
7/1/24 → 6/30/25
Project: Research project
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Enhancing Data Collection and Utilization of HERD: Survey Results
Wolf, B. G., Wallett, E. & Xiao, M., 2025, In: NCURA Magazine. 57, 3Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Institutional requirement and central tracking of RCR training of all researchers and research eligible individuals
Lake-Bullock, H., Smith, J., Matuszak, E., Chun, J., Hill, J., Clark, B., Lodder, L., Wolf, B. & Cassis, L., Jul 2025, In: Research Ethics. 21, 3, p. 425-447 23 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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From Dark to Light: Leveling Up Research Analytics Expertise
Wolf, B. G., Pilgrim, R. & Hurst, L., Aug 1 2024, NCURA Magazine, 56, 4, p. 33-35 3 p.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
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Research analytics capabilities (RAC) survey development, validation and revision using the Rasch model
Robershaw, K. L., Xiao, M., Wallett, E. & Wolf, B. G., Jul 18 2024, In: Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Research Analytics in Higher Education: Systematic Literature Review, Synthesis, and Conceptual Framework
Robershaw, K. L., Xiao, M. & Wolf, B. G., 2024, In: Research Management Review. 27, 2Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Prizes
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Fellowship: National Summer Data Policy Institute
Wolf, B. G. (Recipient), 2011
Prize: Other distinction
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Research Analytics: Findings from an NCURA Sponsored Research Project related to Best Practices in the Use of Data Analytics
Wolf, B. G. (Speaker), Hall, T. (Speaker) & Robershaw, K. (Speaker)
Aug 31 2021Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Evidence Based Decision Making: Data-Informed or Data-Driven How to use Data and Evidence in our Decision-Making Processes
Wolf, B. G. (Speaker)
2022Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Data Driven Decision-Making: Using Business Intelligence Tools to Strengthen the Research Enterprise
Schultz, L. A. (Speaker) & Wolf, B. G. (Speaker)
2021Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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National Council of University Research Administrators (External organization)
Wolf, B. G. (Member)
2015 → …Activity: Membership › Membership of network
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Connecting the Dots through Careers Learning, Active Engagement, and Building a Thriving Research Enterprise...A Journey Anyone Can Take!
Wolf, B. G. (Keynote speaker)
Apr 5 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk