Kebiao Yuan | Strategic Decision-Making | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kebiao Yuan | Strategic Decision-Making | Best Researcher Award 

Lecturer at Ningbo University of Technology | China 

Dr. Kebiao Yuan is a scholar specializing in logistics engineering and transportation management. He completed his doctoral studies in logistics engineering and management and holds a master’s degree in transportation planning and management, along with a bachelor’s degree in traffic engineering. His research focuses on port cluster development, collaborative governance, sustainable logistics, and the integration of digital technologies in supply chains. Throughout his academic career, he has actively contributed to numerous national and provincial research projects, including studies on regional port integration, air pollutant emission governance, port cooperation mechanisms, and the modernization of China’s port and shipping industries. Yuan’s work has accumulated 33 citations across 30 documents, with an h-index of 4, underscoring his growing influence in the field of logistics and transportation research. His work often employs evolutionary game theory, bibliometric analysis, and system modeling to address challenges in transportation planning, port governance, and supply chain resilience. In addition to research, he has gained practical experience through internships in transportation planning and urban design, contributing to projects in public transport optimization, highway ecological zones, tourism passenger flow forecasting, and rural revitalization. Yuan has published extensively as a first author or corresponding author in leading journals, including Transport Policy, Sustainability, Mathematics, Ocean & Coastal Management, and Transportation Research Record, with his research covering port cooperation, emission reduction, infrastructure effects on urban growth, and sustainable logistics practices. His contributions have earned recognition in academic competitions and scholarships, reflecting both his research excellence and commitment to advancing sustainable and collaborative approaches in transportation and port logistics.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID 

Featured Publications : 

Yuan, K., Xu, X., Xu, Z., & Fu, H. (2025). Research on the impact mechanism of digital technology on the new-quality productivity of port logistics. PLOS ONE.

Xue, C., Chao, Y., Xie, S., & Yuan, K. (2025). Will road infrastructure become the new engine of urban growth? A consideration of the economic externalities. Sustainability, 17(15), 6813.

Xue, C., Chao, Y., Xie, S., & Yuan, K. (2025). The health effects of economic growth: Evidence from PM2.5-attributable mortality in China. Economies, 13(7), 192.

Feng, X., Chen, Y., Pan, H., Chao, Y., Yuan, K., & Yue, Z. (2025). Inter-port relationships management: A bibliometric analysis and a systematic review of influencing factors of port co-opetition patterns. Ocean & Coastal Management, 265, 107656.

Yuan, K., Ma, L., & Wang, R. (2025). Research on collaborative governance mechanism of air pollutant emissions in ports: A tripartite evolutionary game analysis with evidence from Ningbo-Zhoushan Port. Mathematics, 13(12), 2025.

Abdellatif Ghennioui | Solar Assessment | Best Scholar Award

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Mr. Abdellatif Ghennioui | Solar Assessment | Best Scholar Award 

Assistant Director at Green Energy Park | Morocco 

Mr. Abdellatif Ghennioui is a Moroccan engineer and renewable energy expert with over twelve years of professional experience in solar energy research, development, and management. He currently serves as Deputy Director of the Green Energy Park, where he oversees activities related to modeling, photovoltaic systems, and solar technology innovation. A graduate of the Mohammadia School of Engineering in Rabat, he has advanced training in artificial intelligence, energy transformation, and renewable energy systems from leading international institutions. His work focuses on solar and wind resource assessment, data-driven forecasting, GIS-based modeling, and the development of sustainable energy solutions for large-scale applications. Ghennioui’s professional achievements include collaborations with global research initiatives like H2020 ORC Plus, FP7 Reelcoop, MiWaterCSP, EnerMENA, and Leap RE RESTART. His expertise extends to the integration of smart technologies in the power sector, energy storage applications, and the development of hybrid solar solutions. As an active member of the administrative council of Green Energy Park and EV Ismart company, he has also been instrumental in promoting clean mobility and sustainable energy transitions. He has published extensively in international journals and conferences, contributing to advancements in solar energy forecasting, data modeling, and resource optimization. His works have been cited 1,843 times across 1,363 documents, with a total of 94 publications and an h-index of 25, reflecting his strong impact in the scientific community. In addition to his publications, he co-authored the book Le photovoltaïque – Technologies, marchés et intégration industrielle, which explores the technological and industrial aspects of photovoltaic systems.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID 

Featured Publications : 

Hajjaj, C., El Ydrissi, M., Azouzoute, A., Oufadel, A., El Alani, O., Boujoudar, M., Abraim, M., & Ghennioui, A. (2023). Comparing photovoltaic power prediction: Ground-based measurements vs. satellite data using an ANN model. IEEE Journal of Photovoltaics.

El Alani, O., Ghennioui, H., Ghennioui, A., & Dahr, F.-E. (2021). Detection of clear sky instants from high frequencies pyranometric measurements of global horizontal irradiance. E3S Web of Conferences, 229, 01008.

Zitouni, H., Azouzoute, A., Hajjaj, C., El Ydrissi, M., Regragui, M., Polo, J., Oufadel, A., Bouaichi, A., & Ghennioui, A. (2021). Experimental investigation and modeling of photovoltaic soiling loss as a function of environmental variables: A case study of semi-arid climate. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 227, 110874.

Dahr, F.-E., El Alani, O., Bah, A., & Ghennioui, A. (2021). Simple method for the estimation of solar spectral radiation. E3S Web of Conferences, 229, 01007.

El Gallassi, H., Alami Merrouni, A., Chourak, M., & Ghennioui, A. (2021). The application of artificial neural network to predict cleanliness drop in CSP power plants using meteorological measurements. In Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering (Vol. 683, pp. 781–788). Springer.

Fu-Mei Chuang | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fu-Mei Chuang | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award 

Associate Professor at Rennes School of Business | France 

Dr. Fu-Mei Chuang is an accomplished academic and marketing scholar who serves as an Associate Professor in the Marketing Department at Rennes School of Business, France, an institution accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. She possesses extensive international academic and professional experience across Europe and Asia, with previous roles at Loughborough University and Cardiff Business School in the United Kingdom, as well as Trans-World University and the World Trade Centre in Taiwan. Her academic background reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation, holding advanced degrees in marketing, innovation, and international business from renowned universities in the United Kingdom and Taiwan. Dr. Chuang’s research focuses on marketing innovation, new product development, strategic management, and value co-creation, particularly within high-technology and luxury industries. Her scholarly contributions have been published in leading academic journals, including the British Journal of Management, Journal of Product Innovation Management, Research Policy, and Journal of Strategic Marketing. She has also contributed to the Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing and has several papers under review in reputable outlets such as Technological Forecasting and Social Change and Cornell Hospitality Quarterly. Her work often explores how organizational learning, market orientation, and innovation strategies drive competitive advantage and new product success, especially in emerging markets like China. In addition to her research, Dr. Chuang has actively participated in major international conferences, including those organized by the American Marketing Association, the Academy of International Business, and the Strategic Management Society.

Profiles : ORCID | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications : 

Liu, X., Hodgkinson, I. R., & Chuang, F.-M. (2014). Foreign competition, domestic knowledge base and innovation activities: Evidence from Chinese high-tech industries. Research Policy, 43(2), 414–422.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2015). Customer and competitor insights, new product development competence, and new product creativity: Differential, integrative, and substitution effects. Journal of Product Innovation Management, 32(2), 175–182.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2012). Clan culture, strategic orientation and new product performance in Chinese marketing ventures: An exploration of main and moderating effects. Journal of Strategic Marketing, 20(3), 267–286.

Robson, M. J., Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., Bıçakcıoğlu‐Peynirci, N., & Di Benedetto, C. A. (2023). New product development process execution, integration mechanisms, capabilities and outcomes: Evidence from Chinese high‐technology ventures. British Journal of Management, 34(4), 2036–2056.

Chuang, F.-M., Morgan, R. E., & Robson, M. J. (2014). Creativity and innovation for new technology ventures. In The Sustainable Global Marketplace: Proceedings of the 2011 Academy of Marketing Science Conference (pp. 597–601). Springer.

Amar Deep Maurya | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Amar Deep Maurya | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Amar Deep Maurya | Rajkiya Engineering College | India 

Mr. Amar Deep Maurya is an emerging civil engineering professional with a strong academic background and practical experience in sustainable construction practices. He is pursuing a Bachelor of Technology degree in Civil Engineering from Rajkiya Engineering College, Mainpuri, where he has built a solid foundation in structural design, materials engineering, and environmental sustainability. Amar has completed multiple internships with the Public Works Department in Uttar Pradesh, where he gained hands-on experience in project estimation, road cost analysis, and planning. Additionally, he has worked with Earth5R in a virtual internship, where he learned about environmental science, sustainability, and energy conversion, broadening his understanding of eco-friendly engineering practices. He has undertaken several significant projects that demonstrate his research and technical skills, including a study on the statistical modeling and optimization of waste glass-based paver block properties. In this project, he applied Response Surface Methodology to analyze the effects of waste glass incorporation on mechanical strength and durability, achieving notable improvements in compressive strength and water absorption characteristics. Another key project involved developing a new mortar testing method that integrates advanced analytical techniques and precision equipment to evaluate durability and structural integrity. He also worked on 2D and 3D architectural designs using AutoCAD, applying his creativity and technical knowledge to design building plans and house structures. Amar is proficient in various technical tools such as AutoCAD, MATLAB, Autodesk Revit, Google SketchUp, and Adobe Photoshop. His ability to combine engineering principles with design software has enabled him to produce innovative and efficient solutions for civil engineering challenges.

Profiles : ORCID

Featured Publications : 

Yadav, B., Rusia, S., Pandey, J. S., Singh, H. S., Maurya, A. D., Chauhan, A., Mathur, U., & Pal, K. (2025). Statistical modeling and optimization of waste glass-based paver block properties. Next Materials, 10, 101236.

Maurya, A. D. (2024). A novel approach to crack repair: Self-healing concrete using bacteria. International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET).

Arnold Schneider | Financial Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Arnold Schneider | Financial Management | Best Researcher Award 

Professor of Accounting at Georgia Institute of Technology | United States 

Dr. Arnold Schneider is a distinguished Professor of Accounting at the Scheller College of Business, Georgia Institute of Technology. With a strong academic foundation in accounting, economics, and mathematical statistics, his career has been marked by excellence in both teaching and research. He has made significant contributions to the field of managerial and financial accounting, auditing, and behavioral accounting, with particular expertise in how auditing practices influence decision-making and financial performance evaluation. Over the course of his career, he has held several key academic positions and visiting professorships at leading institutions, including Emory University, Macquarie University in Australia, Georgia Tech-Lorraine, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Throughout his academic journey, Professor Schneider has been an active participant in international conferences and symposia, presenting influential research on topics including the effects of restatements on commercial lending decisions, investor tolerance for ambiguity, disclosure of critical audit matters, and the role of internal controls and auditing in financial decision-making. His research has received recognition for its impact, including a Best Paper Award for his work on audit disclosure and ambiguity in lending. A prolific scholar with 37 published documents, Professor Schneider’s research has been cited 385 times by 327 documents, reflecting his notable influence on the accounting and auditing research community. His h-index of 10 demonstrates his sustained contribution to the field and his influence on contemporary discussions in accounting and finance. With decades of academic service, scholarly leadership, and commitment to excellence, Arnold Schneider continues to be a respected voice in advancing the study and practice of accounting worldwide.

Featured Publications :

Schneider, A. (2025). Do familiarity with a loan applicant’s auditor and the auditor’s associations with past borrowers impact lending judgments?

Schneider, A. (2021). Does knowledge about a borrowing firm’s internal audit influence bank lending decisions? International Journal of Disclosure and Governance.

Schneider, A. (2024). A synthesis of behavioral accounting studies that examine personality traits.

Antigoni Voudouri | Climate Change Mitigation-Adaptation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Antigoni Voudouri | Climate Change Mitigation-Adaptation | Best Researcher Award 

Head of Directorate at Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency | Greece 

Dr. Antigoni Voudouri is a distinguished environmental physicist and climate expert from Greece, recognized for her extensive contributions to meteorology, sustainable development, and climate change policy. She currently serves as the Head of the Sustainable Development and Climate Change Directorate at the Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency, where she leads a multidisciplinary team in the implementation of national climate law and the coordination of EU-funded projects on climate adaptation and resilience. Her leadership extends to international collaborations, policy consultation, and the integration of scientific research into environmental governance. Voudouri holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Physics, a Master’s in Environmental Physics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as Atmospheric Research, Atmosphere, and Sustainability, addressing topics ranging from mercury transport modeling and air pollution to climate mitigation and numerical model calibration. Her work has earned 206 citations from 185 documents, with an h-index of 6, underscoring her influence in the field. She has actively participated in several major European and international research initiatives, including HORIZON 2020, LIFE-IP AdaptInGR, and COSMO projects such as CALMO and CALMO-MAX. Her project leadership has been instrumental in advancing climate resilience, environmental forecasting, and sustainable policy frameworks. As a reviewer for international journals and a long-standing member of the Hellenic Meteorological Society, she continues to contribute to the scientific community and policy development.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Linked In

Featured Publications : 

Roussos, O., Grigoriadou, E. T., Voudouri, A., Papadopoulou, L., Gkogkou, T., Basdeki, A., & Papadopoulou, M. P. (2025). Sustainability, 17, 8454.

Voudouri, A., Metheniti, K., & Oikonomou, A. (2025). Mitigation measures towards net zero carbon emissions. Environmental Earth Sciences Proceedings, 35, 42.

Avgoustoglou, E., Carmona, I., Voudouri, A., Levi, Y., Will, A., & Bettems, J. M. (2022). Calibration of COSMO model in the Central-Eastern Mediterranean area adjusted over the domains of Greece and Israel. Atmospheric Research, 279, 106362.

Voudouri, A., Avgoustoglou, E., Carmona, I., Levi, Y., Bucchignani, E., Kaufmann, P., & Bettems, J. M. (2021). Objective calibration of numerical weather prediction model: Application on fine resolution COSMO model over Switzerland. Atmosphere, 12, 1358.

Bucchignani, E., Voudouri, A., & Mercogliano, P. (2020). A sensitivity analysis with COSMO-LM at 1 km resolution over South Italy. Atmosphere, 11, 430.

Zebo Kuldasheva | Economic Growth | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Zebo Kuldasheva | Economic Growth | Women Researcher Award 

Associate Professor at Tashkent State University of Economics | Uzbekistan 

Dr. Zebo Kuldasheva is an accomplished economist and academic professional from Uzbekistan, recognized for her contributions to international economic development, regional trade analysis, and sustainable growth studies. She currently serves as an Associate Professor at the Tashkent State University of Economics and as a Visiting Scholar at Gonzaga University in the United States. Her academic journey has been marked by excellence, earning a Doctor of Science in Economics and a Ph.D. in Regional Economics from Wuhan University, where her research explored the impact of the Belt and Road Initiative on Central Asian trade and economic growth. Throughout her career, Dr. Kuldasheva has demonstrated a strong commitment to education, research, and international collaboration. She has taught a range of economics courses and supervised numerous graduate students whose research achievements have gained recognition in international competitions. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes fostering analytical thinking and global awareness among students through interactive learning, research engagement, and exposure to international academic environments. Dr. Kuldasheva has held academic positions at renowned institutions such as the London School of Economics ISEF Foundation and Universities Pendidikan Indonesia in Tashkent, where she played key roles in curriculum development, academic coordination, and cross-cultural program facilitation. Her earlier professional experiences include serving as a People and Cultural Advisor at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in China, where she promoted intercultural understanding through educational and cultural initiatives.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar | Linked In | ResearchGate 

Featured Publications :

Ma, Q., Mentel, G., Zhao, X., Salahodjaev, R., & Kuldasheva, Z. (2022). Natural resources tax volatility and economic performance: Evaluating the role of digital economy. Resources Policy, 75, 102510.

Tufail, M., Song, L., Umut, A., Ismailova, N., & Kuldasheva, Z. (2022). Does financial inclusion promote a green economic system? Evaluating the role of energy efficiency. Economic Research-Ekonomska Istraživanja, 35(1), 6780–6800.

Huang, Y., Kuldasheva, Z., Bobojanov, S., Djalilov, B., Salahodjaev, R., & others. (2023). Exploring the links between fossil fuel energy consumption, industrial value-added, and carbon emissions in G20 countries. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 30(4), 10854–10866.

Huang, Y., Kuldasheva, Z., & Salahodjaev, R. (2021). Renewable energy and CO₂ emissions: Empirical evidence from major energy-consuming countries. Energies, 14(22), 7504.

Balbaa, M., Ismailova, N., & Kuldasheva, Z. (2021). The impact of innovation and digitalization on service sector at post-pandemic era. In Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Future Networks and Distributed Systems (ICFNDS 2021) (pp. 1–7). ACM.

Syed Shahzaib | Graph Theory | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Syed Shahzaib | Graph Theory | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur | Pakistan 

Mr. Syed Shahzaib is an emerging researcher and mathematics educator with expertise in discrete mathematics, particularly in graph theory, fuzzy graph theory, and the integration of machine learning techniques. He has extensive teaching experience, having served as a lecturer of mathematics at various academic institutions, including universities, colleges, and academies, where he has consistently demonstrated excellence in classroom management, subject delivery, and student mentoring. His professional journey reflects a strong dedication to advancing mathematical education and research while fostering a stimulating and disciplined learning environment for students. Shahzaib’s competencies span a wide range of mathematical domains, including modern algebra, calculus, numerical analysis, number theory, real and complex analysis, combinatorics, and operational research. Alongside these, he possesses strong computer skills in programming, office automation, and content development, enabling him to integrate digital tools into his research and teaching practices. With a clear focus on academic growth and scientific contribution, Shahzaib continues to develop his research portfolio and teaching expertise. He is committed to advancing the application of mathematics in solving contemporary problems while inspiring students to achieve their full potential in the subject. His scholarly impact is reflected in 9 citations by 9 documents, with 2 research documents contributing to his academic profile and an h-index of 1, marking the early but promising trajectory of his research career. His involvement in national and international mathematics competitions, along with recognition through certificates, shields, and medals, underscores his role in promoting mathematical knowledge and nurturing young talent.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications :

Shahzaib, S., Salman, M., & Rehman, M. U. (2025). Degree-based fuzzy indices analysis of two snake graphs. Ain Shams Engineering Journal, 16, 103647.

Wei, C., Salman, M., Shahzaib, S., Rehman, M. U., & Fang, J. (2021). Classes of planar graphs with constant edge metric dimension. Complexity, 2021, Article 5599274.

Shahzaib, S., & Salman, M. (n.d.). Physical graph framework for fuzzified topological indices: A computational analysis of chain polygonal cactus via machine learning techniques. Soft Computing.

Shahzaib, S., Imtiaz, M., & Salman, M. (n.d.). M-polynomial-based topological modeling and machine learning prediction of silicate cage networks for molecular property analysis. Chemical Papers.

Shahzaib, S., & Salman, M. (n.d.). Machine learning analysis and computational study of fuzzy topological indices in wheel and Jahangir graphs. Applied Mathematics and Computing.

Patricia Rodriguez | Strategic Decision Making | Corporate Strategy Visionary Award

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Mrs. Patricia Rodriguez | Strategic Decision Making | Corporate Strategy Visionary Award

Mrs. Patricia Rodriguez | Open University of Catalonia | Spain

Patricia Rodriguez Garcia is a senior executive with over two decades of experience in corporate development, strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and investor relations within the insurance and financial sector. She has established a strong reputation for leading strategic planning, driving acquisitions and alliances, and managing financial communication in listed and regulated environments. Throughout her career, she has been a trusted advisor to senior leadership, consistently focused on value creation, business growth, and financial discipline. Patricia combines executive acumen with academic rigor, reflecting her passion for ecosystem thinking and innovation. Professionally, she has played a central role at Grupo Catalana Occidente, a listed insurance group with a significant international footprint. She has led corporate strategy, business development, and investor relations, driving major acquisitions, post-merger integrations, and the creation of strategic alliances that expanded the group’s ecosystem. She also designed and executed corporate strategic plans that opened new opportunities in areas such as health, senior care, and home ecosystems, while overseeing significant debt issuances and capital structure optimization. Earlier in her career, she gained valuable experience in corporate finance at Riva y Garcia and in financial planning at Parxet. Through her dual engagement in industry and academia, Patricia continues to shape both practice and knowledge at the intersection of corporate strategy, innovation, and artificial intelligence. She is recognized for her ability to align business growth with technological advancement, ensuring long-term value creation in complex and evolving corporate ecosystems.

Profiles : ORCID | Google Scholar | Linked In 
Featured Publications :

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Li, Y., Lopez-Lopez, D., & Juan, A. A. (2023). Strategic decision making in smart home ecosystems: A review on the use of artificial intelligence and Internet of things. Internet of Things, 22, 100772.

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Vidal, A. F., & Santo Tomás, M. J. R. (2010). La gestión de riesgos. In Estudio sobre el sector asegurador en España 2010: los aspectos cualitativos

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Carracedo, P., Lopez-Lopez, D., Juan, A. A., & Martin, J. A. (2024). Computer-supported strategic decision making for ecosystems creation. Computers, 13(12), 322.

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Lopez-Lopez, D., & Martin Solano, J. A. (2024). Artificial intelligence in marketing strategic decisions via product portfolio optimization. In Proceedings of the Decision Science Alliance International Summer Conference (pp. 72–83).

Rodriguez-Garcia, P., Juan, A. A., Martin, J. A., Lopez-Lopez, D., & Marco, J. M. (2025). AI-driven optimization of project portfolios in corporate ecosystems with synergies and strategic factors. Expert Systems with Applications, 129593.