Streamline research administration, boost efficiency, and expand research impact

Theo Pillay

Theo Pillay leads Elsevier's Academic Information Systems (AIS) group. AIS helps academic institutions with a variety of needs, such as providing insights to develop more effective research strategies, managing academic evaluation, and showcasing institutions, their scholars and their scholarly output to grow their reputation, driving increased collaboration and impact.

Theo joined Elsevier in 2012, and has a deep interest in academic evaluation, research ecosystems and scholarly communications. Theo holds an MSc in Applied Mathematics from the University of Natal, Durban, and an MBA from INSEAD, and has previously worked as a management consultant for McKinsey & Company in Amsterdam, an Operations manager at Element Six in Ireland, and as a Research Scientist at the De Beers Diamond Research Laboratory in South Africa.

Grahame Pearson

Grahame is the APAC Regional Director - Solution Engineering at Elsevier. He leads a team that works closely with clients across the region. His focus is on offering expert leadership, business insights, and operational guidance for Elsevier's SaaS Solutions, ensuring that they align seamlessly with overall business objectives.

With a rich professional background in research administration within the Australian university environment, Grahame is a seasoned expert. His diverse expertise includes performance reporting and analysis, business process enhancements, and adept data management and reporting practices within university settings. Importantly, he has applied this knowledge nationally and internationally.

As a leader in research support, Grahame has overseen various critical areas, including university grant administration, research ethics administration, research integrity, and eResearch. His effective data management strategies have significantly contributed to the success of these functions.

Grahame is a respected figure in the Higher Education Sector, having represented this domain on advisory panels and within research administration communities. His deep understanding of the research environment, both at a national and international level, allows him to address challenges comprehensively and innovatively.

In summary, Grahame is an accomplished and strategic leader who drives impactful solutions in the APAC region. His proficiency in SaaS Solutions and extensive research administration experience make him an invaluable asset to Elsevier and the broader research community.