Ivan Marović | Strategic Decision-Making | Best Researcher Award

Published on 14/10/2025 by Scifat

Prof. Ivan Marović | Strategic Decision-Making | Best Researcher Award

Professor at University of Rijeka | Croatia

Prof. Ivan Marović is a Professor at the University of Rijeka, Faculty of Civil Engineering, with over two decades of academic experience progressing from research assistant to full professorship. His research focuses on Project Management in civil engineering, emphasizing management information systems, multi-criteria decision analysis, and soft computing methods. He has led and contributed to numerous research projects addressing sustainable management of urban areas, adaptation of coastal structures to climate change, and performance management of construction projects using artificial intelligence and soft computing approaches. His work has resulted in 458 citations across 404 documents, with an h-index of 13. Marović has received multiple awards for his scientific contributions, including recognition for the best doctoral thesis in civil engineering, honors from the Croatian Academy of Technical Sciences, and a Global Peer Review Award for top-ranked reviewers in environmental and cross-field research. He has also been acknowledged for innovation and knowledge transfer with national awards and a silver medal at an international innovation exhibition. He has actively collaborated with leading universities and research institutions in Croatia and internationally, contributing to both academia and industry. Marović has published extensively in indexed journals, authored book chapters, and served as guest editor for special issues in reputable journals, while also participating in the scientific committees of numerous international conferences. An accomplished educator, he has mentored over 45 bachelor and master’s theses and supervised one doctoral thesis, earning multiple teaching awards. He is an active member of professional associations in construction management and operational research, promoting interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration, and sustainable practices in civil engineering.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar | Linked In

Featured Publications :

Ružić, I., Marović, I., Benac, Č., & Ilić, S. (2014). Coastal cliff geometry derived from structure-from-motion photogrammetry at Stara Baška, Krk Island, Croatia. Geo-Marine Letters, 34(6), 555–565.

Marović, I., Perić, M., & Hanák, T. (2021). A multi-criteria decision support concept for selecting the optimal contractor. Applied Sciences, 11(4), 1660.

Jajac, N., Knezic, S., & Marović, I. (2009). Decision support system to urban infrastructure maintenance management. Organization, Technology & Management in Construction: An International Journal.

Marović, I., Androjić, I., Jajac, N., & Hanák, T. (2018). Urban road infrastructure maintenance planning with application of neural networks. Complexity, 2018(1), 5160417.

Hanák, T., Marović, I., & Aigel, P. (2015). Perception of residential environment in cities: A comparative study. Procedia Engineering, 117, 495–501.

Kebiao Yuan | Strategic Decision-Making | Best Researcher Award

Published on 13/10/2025 by Scifat

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.

Jie Yang | optimizing decision-making | Best Researcher Award

Published on 06/06/202406/06/2024 by Scifat

Hangzhou Dianzi University | China

Author Profile

Early Academic Pursuits 🎓

His academic journey showcases his dedication to advancing computer science and engineering. He began his studies at the Nanjing College for Population Programme Management, earning a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Technology in June 2008. This early education laid a strong foundation in computer science principles.

Driven by a desire to deepen his understanding, he pursued a Master’s degree in Technology of Computer Application at Taiyuan University of Technology, graduating in July 2011. Under the mentorship of Associate Professor Jiancheng An, his research delved into practical applications of computer technology, preparing him for his doctoral studies.

In September 2011, he embarked on a Ph.D. program in Management Science and Engineering at Nanjing University, working with Professor Xianzhong Zhou. He completed his doctorate in December 2014, focusing on multi-objective optimization decision-making, a field that would define much of his subsequent research.

Professional Endeavors 💼

Since December 2014, he has been a lecturer at the Management School of Hangzhou Dianzi University. Here, he shares his extensive knowledge and research insights with students, shaping the next generation of computer scientists.

In December 2018, Jie began post-doctoral research at Jinling Hospital, affiliated with the Medical School of Nanjing University, under the guidance of Professor Xinyi Xia. This role allows him to apply his expertise in computer science to medical research, demonstrating the interdisciplinary impact of his work.

From August 2017 to August 2018, he expanded his international experience as a visiting scholar at Nipissing University in Canada. Collaborating with Professor Haibin Zhu, this position was funded by the China Scholarship Council, highlighting the global recognition of his research contributions.

Contributions and Research Focus on optimizing decision-making📚

His research spans several cutting-edge areas, including multi-objective optimization decision-making, role-based collaboration, social computing, and multi-cloud storage. His prolific contributions are evidenced by numerous publications in top-tier journals and conferences. Key publications include:

“Merging Preferences into the Best Solution Seeking for Many-Objective Optimization Problems” (Expert Systems with Applications, 2024)
“Personalized Web Service Recommendation Based on Heterogeneous Social Network” (Acta Electronica Sinica, 2020)
“Secure and Economical Multi-Cloud Storage Policy with NSGA-II-C” (Applied Soft Computing, 2019)

Additionally, Jie authored the influential book “Service Computing: Service Management and Service Composition Process”, published by Tsinghua University Press in June 2017. This work serves as a valuable resource for students and professionals in the field.

Accolades and Recognition 🏆

His excellence has been recognized through various awards. In 2023, he was honored with the Excellent Undergraduate Graduation Advisor award from Hangzhou Dianzi University. His academic achievements during his doctoral studies include the Major Award of Guanhua from Nanjing University in 2013 and several awards for outstanding doctoral students in 2012.

Impact and Influence 🌍

His research has significantly influenced both academic communities and industry practices. His work on multi-objective optimization and social computing has led to more efficient and secure multi-cloud storage solutions. His role as a reviewer for journals such as the Journal of Cloud Computing and Expert Systems with Applications further underscores his influence in these fields.

Legacy and Future Contributions 🔮

His legacy is characterized by his relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. His ongoing projects, supported by grants from the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China and the National Science Foundation of China, ensure his continued contributions to computer science and engineering. His dedication to education and research sets a high standard for future generations of scholars and practitioners.

Notable Publications

Secure and economical multi-cloud storage policy with NSGA-II-C

Resource allocation policy based on trust in the multi-cloud environment

Multi-task assignment in information technology companies based on the E-CARGO model