Dr. Boyack brings nearly three decades of expertise in scientometrics and research evaluation to Syntheos. His work focuses on mapping the structure and dynamics of science and technology, developing advanced metrics, and indicators that inform strategic decisions. At Syntheos, Dr. Boyack integrates complex data sources to develop decision intelligence systems tailored for high-stakes environments.

Dr. Boyack serves as President of SciTech Strategies, Inc., where he specializes in creating accurate global models of scientific literature and predictive analytics using those models for strategic planning and competitive intelligence. His leadership at SciTech Strategies led to significant advancements in portfolio analysis and the understanding of dependency relationships in scientific research.

Prior to his tenure at SciTech Strategies, Dr. Boyack spent 17 years at Sandia National Laboratories, working in areas including combustion, transport processes, and socio-economic war gaming. His diverse experience at Sandia contributed to his unique perspective on science mapping and research evaluation.

Dr. Boyack earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young University. His research has resulted in over 80 publications on science mapping and related metrics. Notable contributions include:

• Visualizing Knowledge Domains, published in the Annual Review of Information Science and Technology, which explores techniques for mapping scientific knowledge.

• Mapping the Backbone of Science, featured in Scientometrics, which examines the structural relationships within scientific research.

• Co-citation Analysis, Bibliographic Coupling, and Direct Citation: Which Citation Approach Represents the Research Front Most Accurately?, published in the Journal of the Association for Information Science and Technology, which evaluates different methods of citation analysis.

Dr. Boyack has collaborated with Fortune 100 companies and academic institutions, providing insights that have shaped research directions and innovation strategies. His commitment to integrating rigorous scientific analysis with practical applications supports Syntheos's mission to deliver reliable and transparent solutions for complex decision-making challenges.