Yaping Yin | Strategic Management | Best Researcher Award 

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Ms. Yaping Yin | Strategic Management | Best Researcher Award 

Ms. Yaping Yin | Hainan University | China

Ms. Yaping Yin is a PhD Candidate in Agricultural Microbiology at Hainan University, focusing on the role of microorganisms in advancing sustainable agricultural practices. With over five years of experience in microbial research, she has contributed to national projects such as the China Agriculture Research System and the National Natural Science Foundation of China Youth Project, where her studies emphasize the construction of rhizosphere microbial networks and the regulation of cucumber rhizosphere health. Her research explores keystone microbial species such as Flavobacterium and Bacillus, demonstrating their impact on crop growth, yield stability, and stress resistance. She has collaborated with research teams from Sichuan Agricultural University and Hainan University, working on cross-regional microbial studies and microbial medium optimization. Her scientific output includes 3 documents, 87 citations by 86 documents, and an h-index of 3. Her work has provided practical insights for reducing chemical fertilizer use in agricultural cooperatives while promoting microbial strategies for sustainable farming. Yaping Yin has published research in peer-reviewed journals including New Biotechnology, Fungal Biology, and other indexed sources, addressing topics such as rhizosphere ecology, molecular regulatory mechanisms of beneficial fungi, and microbial solutions to soil salinity and plant disease resistance. Through these contributions, she has established herself as a young researcher advancing agricultural microbiome strategies and sustainable agroecosystem development.

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Featured Publications : 

Yin, Y., Khan, R. A. A., Li, L., Wu, Y., Li, C., Li, Y., & Ren, S. (2025). The diversity and keystone species of cucumber rhizosphere microbiome: Unveiling their role in driving cucumber growth and microbial communities. New Biotechnology.

Song, J.-Z., Yin, Y.-P., Cheng, W., Liu, J.-H., Hu, S.-J., Qiu, L., & Wang, J.-J. (2021). The N-Mannosyltransferase gene BbAlg9 contributes to cell wall integrity, fungal development and the pathogenicity of Beauveria bassiana. Fungal Biology, 125(10), 776–784.

Yin, Y., Wang, R., Lin, R., Tang, Z., Sun, M., Yu, X., & Liu, T. (2024). The molecular regulatory mechanism of the hydrophobic protein TaHFB1 from Trichoderma in promoting lateral root growth and inducing disease resistance in tomato. China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI).

Yin, Y., Wang, W., Zhang, F., Liu, Z., Hou, J., & Liu, T. (2021). A novel salt-tolerant strain Trichoderma atroviride HN082102.1 isolated from marine habitat alleviates salt stress and diminishes cucumber root rot caused by Fusarium oxysporum. China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI).

Wang, R., Yu, X., Yin, Y., Norvienyeku, J., Khan, R. A. A., Liu, T., … & others. (2023). Biocontrol of cucumber Fusarium wilt by Trichoderma asperellum FJ035 dependent on antagonism and spatiotemporal competition with Fusarium oxysporum. Biological Control, 186, 105334.

Nawaf AlGhanem | Leadership in Business | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nawaf AlGhanem | Leadership in Business | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Nawaf AlGhanem, Brunel University of London, Bahrain

Dr. Nawaf Al‑Ghanem is a seasoned Bahraini specialist in Organizational Transformation and Business Leadership, with over two decades of executive experience across energy, finance, and organizational development. 🛢️ He earned his PhD in Leadership & Organizational Change (Nov 2021, Brunel University, UK) within the Bahrain Oil & Gas sector, and has led high‑stakes enterprise transformations involving fund raising, strategic planning, and investor relations. As a distinguished innovator, guest editor, author and peer reviewer in top indexed journals, he combines academic rigour with real‑world impact. Dr. Al‑Ghanem’s strengths span organizational restructuring, strategic leadership, and stakeholder engagement, positioning him as a recognized leader driving sustainable business change in alignment with UN SDGs.

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 Education 🎓

Dr. Al‑Ghanem’s academic path reflects a steady progression in leadership and business disciplines. He earned his PhD in Leadership and Organizational Change from Brunel University London in November 2021, with a focus on transformational leadership in Bahrain’s oil & gas sector. Earlier, he completed an Executive MBA at the University of Bahrain in September 2002 and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration in September 2000. He also holds an Advanced Diploma in Islamic Banking (BIBF, October 2005) and a Bachelor in Naval Science from King Fahad Naval Academy, KSA (July 1995). His combination of naval discipline, business administration, Islamic finance knowledge, and doctoral research provides a rich foundation for his broad competencies in strategic leadership, organizational change, and investment facilitation.

Experience 💼

With over 30 years of leadership experience, Dr. Al‑Ghanem’s career spans military, finance, and energy sectors. From 1992–2003, he served in the Bahrain Defense Force as Chief Commanding Officer in the Royal Navy, nurturing early strategic and operational leadership. From 2004 to 2011, he led GCC markets as Executive Director at Gulf Finance House (GFH), overseeing regional investments. At NOGA Holding (2012–2014) he directed privatization projects, including Bahrain’s service station rollout and bilateral pipeline collaboration with Saudi Aramco. Between 2014 and 2021, he functioned as Director of Corporate & Government Affairs at Bapco Refining, driving corporate transformation, modernization initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and representing Bahrain’s energy sector on regional and global executive committees, including WPC, ADIPC, IPTC and GDA. Since September 2022, he has co‑chaired the OTCD track for the British Academy of Management.

Research Interest 🔬

Dr. Al‑Ghanem’s research focuses on organizational leadership, transformational change, and strategic planning within critical industries. He explores how systemic change in large‑scale enterprises—particularly in oil & gas—can align with sustainable development goals. As Guest Editor, author, and peer reviewer in ABDC‑ranked journals, he is deeply interested in transformation governance, stakeholder engagement practices, crisis management frameworks, and applying strategic change in public‑private partnerships. His doctoral work, recognized with the Dean’s prize for innovation and impact, centers on change implementation and leadership efficacy in the context of national oil and gas organizations striving for modernization and economic diversification.

Awards 🏅

Dr. Nawaf Al‑Ghanem has received multiple prestigious accolades in recognition of his contributions. He was awarded the Medal of Bahrain and the Medal of Hawar by the Kingdom, symbolizing national leadership and service in business and public‑sector transformation. During his doctoral study, he earned the Dean’s Prize for Innovation and Impact in Doctoral Research 2021/22, awarded for outstanding research on organizational change in the oil & gas sector. Together, these honors reflect both national recognition and academic esteem, underscoring his impact in driving strategic leadership, transformation projects, and sustainable development in Bahrain and beyond.

Publication Top Notes 📄

Financialization strategy of digital transformation: towards a people-centric, sustaining network leadership framework in an Arabic energy context

Towards a Meaningful Understanding of Organizational Leaders’ Localized and Contextualized Implementation of <scp>UNSDGs</scp> in Bahrain’s Changing Energy Sector Businesses

Sustaining successful organizational change through leadership competence within Bahrain oil and gas: the power of Sustainable Network Leadership approach

Developing network leadership in planned organizational change: the emergence of transformation network leadership

Distributed Leadership in Transformation Initiatives: The Emergence of Network Leadership

Plural Leadership During Organizational Transformation Initiatives (Vertical &amp; Horizontal)
Conclusion ✨

Dr. Nawaf Al‑Ghanem, PhD, exemplifies a unique blend of academic excellence, strategic leadership, and transformation expertise. With strong credentials and a proven track record in organizational change, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, he drives projects with measurable impact across public and private sectors. His accomplishments—honored by national medals and academic awards—highlight his ability to translate research into real‑world results aligned with Sustainable Development Goals. As Co‑Chair of the OTCD track at the British Academy of Management and a recognized peer‑reviewer and author, Dr. Al‑Ghanem continues to shape transformational leadership discourse globally. His vision and expertise make him an ideal contributor to high‑level leadership initiatives and award opportunities.

Gregg Caruso | Leadership in Business | Academic Leadership in Business Strategy Award

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Prof Dr. Gregg Caruso | Leadership in Business | Academic Leadership in Business Strategy Award

Prof Dr. Gregg Caruso, Fairfield University, United States.

Dr. Gregg D. Caruso is an American philosopher and scholar widely recognized for his work in free will, punishment, moral responsibility, and applied ethics. He currently serves as Professor of Applied Ethics and Director of the Patrick J. Waide Center for Applied Ethics at Fairfield University, as well as Honorary Professor of Philosophy at Macquarie University in Australia. Caruso is internationally known for promoting the “public health-quarantine model” as a humane, evidence-based alternative to retributive punishment. He has held teaching and administrative positions at SUNY Corning Community College, Northeastern University London, and the University of Aberdeen, among others. He frequently lectures worldwide and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects addressing ethics, neurolaw, and justice reform. With over two decades of teaching and scholarship, Dr. Caruso’s leadership in the field has influenced contemporary debates across law, psychology, and neuroscience. 🧠📚🌍 His vision is rooted in compassion, prevention, and systemic transformation over blame and retribution.

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🎓 Education & Academic Experience

Gregg D. Caruso earned his Ph.D. (2011) and M.Phil. (2002) in Philosophy from the City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate Center. Prior to that, he completed a B.A. in Philosophy from William Paterson University (1996) and an A.A.S. in Music from Nassau Community College (1995). His academic career spans nearly two decades, starting as a Graduate Teaching Fellow at Brooklyn College (2000–2003) and later as a Writing Fellow at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (2003–2005). He was appointed Assistant Professor at Brooklyn College (2005–2006) and SUNY Corning (2006–2012), where he rose to Associate and then Full Professor before becoming SUNY Distinguished Professor in 2024. Dr. Caruso also served as Chair of Humanities and Social Sciences at SUNY Corning. Currently, he is Professor of Applied Ethics at Fairfield University and continues as an Honorary Professor at Macquarie University. 🎓👨‍🏫📘 His diverse roles reflect deep commitment to teaching, ethics, and public service.

🧠 Research Interests

Dr. Gregg D. Caruso’s research spans multiple areas in philosophy and ethics, with a central focus on free will skepticism, moral responsibility, criminal punishment, and applied ethics. He is best known for defending the “public health-quarantine model” of justice, which views criminal behavior as a societal issue rooted in social determinants—emphasizing prevention, rehabilitation, and public health over retribution. His work also addresses neurolaw, neuroethics, philosophy of mind, and moral psychology. In addition to these core areas, Caruso engages with issues in business ethics, consciousness studies, environmental ethics, and biomedical ethics. He has collaborated with legal scholars, neuroscientists, and psychologists to examine how brain science informs our concepts of justice and punishment. 🧬⚖️🧠 His forward-thinking approach challenges traditional views of blame, arguing that people are not morally responsible in the basic desert sense. Instead, he proposes a compassionate, scientifically informed alternative to punitive systems.

🏆 Awards, Distinctions & Fellowships

Dr. Caruso has earned multiple prestigious awards and grants throughout his academic career. Most notably, he received the 2022 Joseph B. Gittler Award from the American Philosophical Association for his book Rejecting Retributivism, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the philosophy of social sciences. In 2024, he was named SUNY Distinguished Professor, one of the highest honors in the State University of New York system, acknowledging his international impact and research excellence. At Fairfield University, he was awarded a 2025 Summer Research Stipend to support his forthcoming book, Putting People Before Profit. Other accolades include SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Scholarship (2015), multiple sabbaticals for book projects, and over $23,000 in conference grants. 🏅💡📖 His awards underscore his role as a transformative thinker advocating justice without retribution, ethics over profit, and reasoned debate over punitive instinct. Caruso’s distinctions affirm his leadership in ethics, law, and public philosophy.

📚 Selected Publications

Free will and consciousness: A determinist account of the illusion of free will

Rejecting retributivism: free will, punishment, and criminal justice

Neuroexistentialism: Meaning, morals, and purpose in the age of neuroscience

Free will skepticism and criminal behavior: A public health-quarantine model

Justice without retribution: An epistemic argument against retributive criminal punishment

Free will skepticism and its implications: An argument for optimism

A non-punitive alternative to retributive punishment

Moral responsibility reconsidered

Free will skepticism and the question of creativity: Creativity, desert, and self-creation

Free will skepticism in law and society

Syamsir | Leadership | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Syamsir –  Leadership – Best Researcher Award

Alignment with Award Category

Dr. Syamsir’s research aligns perfectly with the Best Researcher Award or Excellence in Public Administration Research category. His focus on leadership effectiveness, public management, and service quality improvement demonstrates his dedication to advancing governance studies and making meaningful contributions to society.

Universitas Negeri Padang | Indonesia

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Education and Training

Dr. Syamsir Syamsir is a respected academic and researcher specializing in Human Resource Management (HRM) with a particular emphasis on leadership and public sector management. His journey in academia began with a strong foundation in social sciences, leading him to specialize in leadership and organizational behavior. His passion for understanding how human resource policies and leadership dynamics influence public organizations has shaped his research and teaching career. Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Syamsir Syamsir has been deeply involved in exploring how leadership effectiveness can transform public sector management. His education laid the groundwork for his specialization in public administration and human resource management, equipping him with the skills necessary to analyze and improve administrative efficiency in government institutions. His commitment to academic excellence has made him a prominent figure in his field.

💼Professional Endeavors 

Academic Positions

Dr. Syamsir Syamsir is currently a lecturer at Padang State University, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of public administrators and managers. His expertise in leadership and management in the public sector allows him to contribute significantly to policy discussions, administrative reforms, and the enhancement of leadership effectiveness within governmental organizations. Beyond teaching, Dr. Syamsir actively engages in research and consultancy projects, collaborating with government bodies and private organizations to improve human resource practices and public sector leadership. His contributions extend to policy formulation and implementation strategies that aim to enhance service delivery in public administration.

📚Contributions and Research Focus on Leadership

Dr. Syamsir Syamsir’s research primarily revolves around leadership, management, and organizational behavior within public institutions. He has published extensively on topics such as leadership effectiveness, human resource management strategies, and the impact of organizational behavior on public administration. His research provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by public managers and the ways to optimize service quality and public satisfaction.

Among his notable publications are:

  • “Implementasi Kebijakan Mitigasi Bencana Banjir di Nagari Sicincin” – A study on disaster mitigation policies and their implementation in Sicincin, published in PUBLICNESS: Journal of Public Administration Studies on October 28, 2024.
  • “Assessing the Mediating Effect of the Role of Public Managers Between Service Quality and Public Satisfaction of Multiple Ethnicities in Local Governments in Sumatra, Indonesia” – An insightful analysis of public service management and satisfaction in ethnically diverse communities.

Through his work, Dr. Syamsir aims to bridge the gap between theoretical HRM principles and their practical applications in government administration. His studies on leadership effectiveness and service quality in public organizations provide policymakers with actionable recommendations to improve governance and administration.

🏆Accolades and Recognition 

Dr. Syamsir Syamsir’s contributions to academia and public administration have earned him recognition in various academic and governmental circles. His research publications are widely cited, and he has been invited to speak at conferences and workshops focusing on human resource management and public leadership. His commitment to excellence in research and teaching has positioned him as a thought leader in public sector management. His SciProfiles link (https://sciprofiles.com/profile/syamsir) reflects his extensive body of work and ongoing contributions to academic discourse.

🌍 Impact and Influence 

Community Impact

Dr. Syamsir’s research and teaching have had a profound impact on both students and practitioners in the field of public administration. By integrating leadership theories with real-world case studies, he has trained numerous public officials and administrators who have gone on to implement effective management strategies in government institutions. His studies on leadership effectiveness and public satisfaction have influenced policy discussions at various levels, leading to improved governance strategies. His focus on the role of public managers in enhancing service quality has provided crucial insights for policymakers and administrators striving to optimize public service delivery.

🔮Legacy and Future Contributions 

As an academic and researcher, Dr. Syamsir Syamsir continues to contribute significantly to the field of public administration and human resource management. His future research aims to further explore the evolving dynamics of leadership in the digital age and the integration of technology in public sector HRM. He is also actively involved in mentoring young researchers and scholars, ensuring that the next generation of public administrators is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to tackle contemporary administrative challenges.

 

Conclusion

Dr. Syamsir Syamsir’s dedication to public administration, leadership, and human resource management has solidified his reputation as a leading academic in his field. His research and teaching continue to influence public sector policies, making a tangible impact on governance and administrative practices. Through his work, he has set a high standard for excellence in public administration research, ensuring that his contributions will benefit future scholars and policymakers for years to come.

📚Publications

Implementation of Decision Making in the Public Sector in Indonesia

Authors: Syamsir Syamsir

Journals: International Journal of Scientific Research and Management

Manajemen Kearsipan dalam Penyelenggaraan Administrasi Negara di Kantor Kejaksaan Negeri Padang

Authors: Aprison, Rizki; Syamsir, Syamsir

Journals: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine