Qinyuan Zhang | Sustainability strategies | Best Academic Researcher Award

Dr. Qinyuan Zhang | sustainability strategies | Best Academic Researcher Award

Dr. Qinyuan Zhang, City university of Macau, China.

Dr. Zhang Qinyuan is an emerging scholar specializing in Green Supply Chain Management, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and Enterprise Digital Transformation 🌱💼. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Business Administration at the City University of Macau (2022.09–2025.06), building on her solid academic foundation and international experiences. Zhang’s dedication to impactful research is evident in her contributions to high-impact SSCI journals, where she has served as both first and second author alongside distinguished supervisors. Her work focuses on qualitative and comparative analysis methods, aimed at advancing sustainability practices within manufacturing and hospitality industries. 📊🌍 With prior academic exposure from RMIT University and Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, she brings a unique interdisciplinary lens to management science. She is proficient in academic writing, data analysis, and cross-cultural research collaboration, making her a valuable contributor to today’s dynamic business environment. ✍️📚

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🎓 Education

Dr. Zhang Qinyuan holds an academically diverse and international background 🎓🌐. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at the City University of Macau (2022.09–2025.06), where she is also involved in management systems and operations management as a Teaching Assistant. Previously, she earned her Master of Project Management from RMIT University (2019.09–2021.12), where she gained essential skills in project lifecycle control and strategic planning. Her educational journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, and Automation from Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (2014.09–2018.06), laying the groundwork for her interest in sustainable manufacturing. 🎯📚 Zhang also participated in academic exchanges, including a stint at National Dong Hwa University in Taiwan (2015.09–2016.03) and Zhejiang University’s International Program (2021.06–2021.08), expanding her global outlook on research and innovation. ✈️🧠

💼 Experience

Dr. Zhang Qinyuan has cultivated a versatile academic and research career focused on advancing sustainable business practices 💼🌍. She currently serves as a Teaching Assistant at the City University of Macau, where she supports courses in Management Consulting Systems and Operations Management (2023–2025). Her role involves curriculum support, academic mentoring, and research facilitation. She also contributed significantly to the Macao Foundation Research Project on green supply chain configurations in the Greater Bay Area, overseeing data collection and report development 📝📈. Zhang’s professional exposure extends beyond borders—through academic exchanges and collaborative research initiatives at institutions like Zhejiang University and National Dong Hwa University, she developed strong capabilities in Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA), SPSS, Stata, and Nvivo. Her hands-on experience in both teaching and field research equips her to tackle real-world business sustainability issues with analytical depth and practical insight. 🧪💡

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Zhang Qinyuan’s research interests lie at the intersection of Green Supply Chain Management, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Enterprise Digital Transformation 🌿📲. She explores how organizations, particularly in manufacturing and hospitality, can transition toward sustainable operations using innovative frameworks and qualitative methods. Her expertise in fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) allows her to evaluate multiple pathways and configurations that drive successful implementation of green strategies 🌐⚙️. She also examines extended producer responsibility (EPR), end-of-life vehicle sustainability, and closed-loop supply chain models under dual uncertainty. Zhang is passionate about translating academic theories into actionable strategies for enterprises facing digital transformation challenges. With strong command of both quantitative and qualitative tools—like SPSS, Nvivo, and Stata—her research aims to support evidence-based decision-making in global supply networks. 📚🔍

🏆 Awards & Achievements

Dr. Zhang Qinyuan’s dedication to excellence has earned her key academic and research achievements 🏅📊. She is a co-researcher in a Macao Foundation-funded project (MF2309) titled “Research on Configurational Drivers of Green Supply Chain Management Implementation in the Hotel Industry of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area” (2023.09–2024.09). Her contribution—ranging from qualitative data collection to report drafting—reflects her leadership in research operations. She has also actively participated in international academic programs at Zhejiang University, showcasing her commitment to interdisciplinary growth and internationalization 🌐. As a Teaching Assistant at City University of Macau, she was recognized for her support in teaching and project execution. Zhang’s publications under review at high-impact journals further establish her as a rising scholar in sustainable management. Her award-worthy research activities aim to bridge the gap between environmental responsibility and business performance. 🧠🎖️

📚 Publication Top Notes

Multi-factor Driving Paths of Green Supply Chain Management Implementation in Leading Manufacturers: A Fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis.

Exploring the Driving Factors for Green Supply Chain Management in the Hotel Industry: A fsQCA Approach.

Simulation Analysis of “Old for New” Remanufacturing in Closed-Loop Supply Chains.

Co-evolution Mechanism of Green Supply Chain Management: Multi-driver Perspective.

Improving Sustainability of ELVs: Extended Producer Responsibility in China. (Transportation Journal, IF 1.1, SSCI) 

Udayabhanu C Gowda | Energy materials | Excellence in Research

Udayabhanu C Gowda | Energy materials | Excellence in Research

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Early Academic Pursuits:

Dr. Udayabhanu began his academic journey with a B.Sc. in Chemistry from University College of Science, Tumakuru, Karnataka, where he secured the 8th rank with an impressive score of 91.91%. He continued his academic pursuits with an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Tumkur University, Tumakuru, Karnataka, securing the 4th rank with a score of 72.9%. Subsequently, he pursued his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumakuru, Karnataka, under the guidance of Prof. G. Nagaraju. His doctoral thesis focused on the 'Synthesis of pure/doped metal oxides and their rGO hybrid nanocomposites: Applications to Photocatalytic and Lithium-ion battery.'

Professional Endeavors:

After completing his Ph.D. continued his academic journey as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Center for Research and Innovation (CRI), Adichunchanagiri University, in 2023. Currently, he holds the position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Adichunchanagiri School of Natural Sciences, Adichunchanagiri University.

Contributions and Research Focus:

His has made significant contributions to the field of chemical science and technology. His expertise lies in the synthesis of various materials, including metal oxides, metal sulfides, and graphene composites with different morphologies. He has extensively worked on the characterization of these materials using advanced analytical techniques such as XRD, XPS, SEM, TEM, and more.

His research focus spans multiple areas, including the preparation of anodes and cathodes for lithium-ion batteries, the evaluation of Li-ion battery properties, and the photocatalytic hydrogen generation using nanostructured materials. Additionally, he has explored electrochemical sensing/biosensing of various substances and investigated the photoluminescence of inorganic and organic molecules for diverse applications.

Accolades and Recognition:

Hiscontributions have been recognized through various awards and prizes. Notably, he was awarded as a Young Scientist in the Karnataka Excellence Awards 2021. He has received Best Oral Presentation and Best Poster awards in national and international conferences, showcasing the impact of his research.

Impact and Influence:

With a total of 2555 citations and an H-index of 25, his research has had a substantial impact on the scientific community. His publications in international journals, along with his editorial board membership, reflect his influence in the field.

Legacy and Future Contributions:

His legacy is marked by his dedication to green synthesis methods, multifunctional materials, and the exploration of various applications, from energy storage to environmental remediation. His future contributions are anticipated to further advance the understanding of nanomaterials and their applications in sustainable technologies.

Notable Publications:

1 Green synthesis of multifunctional zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles using Cassia fistula plant extract and their photodegradative, antioxidant and antibacterial activities D Suresh, Udayabhanu, PC Nethravathi, H Rajanaika, H Nagabhushana, ... Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing 31, 446-454  (479) -2015

2 Electrochemical heavy metal detection, photocatalytic, photoluminescence, biodiesel production and antibacterial activities of Ag–ZnO nanomaterial Udayabhanu, G Nagaraju, SA Prashanth, M Shastri, KV Yathish, ... Materials Research Bulletin 94, 54-63 (324) -2017

3 Facile green fabrication of nanostructure ZnO plates, bullets, flower, prismatic tip, closed pine cone: their antibacterial, antioxidant, photoluminescent and photocatalytic … HR Madan, SC Sharma, Udayabhanu, D Suresh, YS Vidya, ...Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy 152, 404-416 (194) -2016

4 Tinospora cordifolia mediated facile green synthesis of cupric oxide nanoparticles and their photocatalytic, antioxidant and antibacterial properties Udayabhanu, PC Nethravathi, MAP Kumar, D Suresh, K Lingaraju, ...Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing 33, 81-88 (153) - 2015

5 Garcinia xanthochymus mediated green synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles: photoluminescence, photocatalytic and antioxidant activity studies D Suresh, PC Nethravathi, GS Shruthi, Udayabhanu, H Nagabhushana, ... Ceramics International 41 (7), 8680-8687 (121) - 2015

6 Facile microwave-assisted green synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles: application to photodegradation, antibacterial and antioxidant GN Mallikarjunaswamy, C., V. Lakshmi Ranganatha, Ramith Ramu, Udayabhanu Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics 31 (2), 1004-1021 (99) -2020

7 Green, nonchemical route for the synthesis of ZnO superstructures, evaluation of its applications toward photocatalysis, photoluminescence, and biosensing Udayabhanu, G Nagaraju, H Nagabhushana, RB Basavaraj, GK Raghu, ...Crystal Growth & Design 16 (12), 6828-6840 (99) -2016

8 Spinach assisted green reduction of graphene oxide and its antioxidant and dye absorption properties D Suresh, Udayabhanu, PC Nethravathi, H Nagabhushana, SC Sharma Ceramics International 41 (3), 4810-4813 (96) -2015

9 EGCG assisted green synthesis of ZnO nanopowders: Photodegradative, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities D Suresh, Udayabhanu, PC Nethravathi, K Lingaraju, H Rajanaika, ... Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy 136 … (85) -2015

10 Recent advances and Challenges in Silicon Carbide (SiC) Ceramic Nanoarchitectures and their Applications M Xu, YR Girish, KP Rakesh, P Wu, MH Marichannegowda, SM Byrappa, ... Materials Today Communications, 102533 (77) - 2021

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h-index                     27                             26

i10- index                 42                             42