Research
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Current Research
In conjuction with SkillsNet, Inc., the Center for Applied Social Research at the University of Oklahoma, and the Institute for Simulation and Training at the University of Central Florida, the CLS at Binghamton is involved in a multi-year project to assess, redesign, and implement an enhanced human resources system for the U.S. Navy. The CLS expertise in teams, leadership, team leadership, and leadership development is a key part of this research and application to improve Fleet Operations.
Past Research
Development of Officer Leadership for the Army After Next
In 1999, with an $800,000 4-year grant from the Army Research Institute two true field experiments will be designed and implemental to test whether transformational leadership can be developed among Senior Army Officers.
Leadership Academy for the Southern Tier
In 1999, with a $300,000, 3-year grant from the New York State Department of Education, a leadership development program was instituted to enhance the leadership skills of high potentioal teachers to assume administrative roles.
Individual and Team Leadership Predicting Platoon Effectiveness
In 1997, with a 3-year grant from the Army Research Institute for $550,000, a study was undertaken to examine how individual and group-level leadership contributes to overall platoon effectiveness.
Effects of Transformational Leadership on R&D Groups
In 1992, with a 1-year grant from the Center for Innovation in Management Studies for $37,000, the managers and project leaders of 40 R&D groups were described using the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire.
Development of Transformational Leadership
Beginning in 1991, with a 3-year grant from the Army Research Institute of $463,754, the entering class of 1991 of 400 cadets at the Virginia Military Institute was followed while at the Institute. In addition to a comprehensive assessment of the cadet's personality, competencies, and life history upon entry, their performance as followers and leaders was tracked over time. This study was extended to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
Fitness and Promotion Recommendations for Transformational Naval Officers
In 1987, with a 2-year grant from the Office of Naval Research of $181,810, a five percent random representative sample of junior grade officers in the fleet were described by their immediate followers using a military version of the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ). The MLQ predicted recommendations for early promotions and fitness ratings by superiors.
