Smruti Patre

About

Dr. Smruti Patre is an academic and researcher specializing in Human Resources and Organizational Behavior, with a strong focus on emerging intersections of psychology, technology, and the future of work. She is actively engaged in teaching, research, and academic leadership, contributing to management education through innovative pedagogy and industry-relevant insights. Her research interests include Industry 5.0, human-centric workplaces, professional communication, and the psychological implications of technological disruption, including AI-driven transformations.

Dr. Patre has contributed to scholarly publications, systematic literature reviews, and interdisciplinary research, with a focus on generating actionable knowledge for academia and practice. She is also involved in executive education and curriculum development, fostering learner-centric and skill-oriented approaches. Known for her structured and impactful academic initiatives, she continues to guide students and professionals in developing critical thinking, adaptability, and effective communication in a rapidly evolving business environment.

Employment

• Symbiosis Institute of Business Management Nagpur Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Pune, India Associate Professor and Deputy Director
  2020 - Present

Education

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Projects & Funding

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Publications (6)

• Anthropomorphism and Technology Adoption: Integrating ISS Model and SQB Theory in HR-IVAs Adoption
  International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction 2025 DOI: 10.1080/10447318.2024.2387394
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• Enhancing trust in online grocery shopping through generative AI chatbots
  Journal of Business Research 2024 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbusres.2024.114737
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• The Role of Enablers and Barriers in the Upskilling and Reskilling of Users Through Professional Skilling Programs on EdTech Platforms
  IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management 2024 DOI: 10.1109/TEM.2023.3328261
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• Metaverse mingle: Discovering dating intentions in metaverse
  Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services 2023 DOI: 10.1016/j.jretconser.2023.103509
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• Gig Intentions in Management Students: Integrating JD-R in an Extended TPB Model
  Management and Labour Studies 2023 DOI: 10.1177/0258042X221118482
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• Fitness Apps's purchase behaviour: Amalgamation of Stimulus-Organism-Behaviour-Consequence framework (S–O–B–C) and the innovation resistance theory (IRT)
  Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services 2022 DOI: 10.1016/j.jretconser.2022.103033
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