Deepa | Energy and Utilities Analytics  | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Deepa | Energy and Utilities Analytics  | Best Researcher Award

USMS University School of Management Studies | India

Ms. Deepa is a dedicated researcher and emerging academician in financial economics, currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the University School of Management Studies, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, where her doctoral work investigates the factors influencing access to clean energy across developing nations. With an h-index of 3, 4 published documents, and 16 citations across 15 referencing documents, she has established a growing scholarly footprint, contributing to high-impact journals such as Renewable Energy, Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, and Environment, Development and Sustainability. Her research spans sustainable finance, corporate finance, green growth, energy poverty, ESG, and development economics, supported by certifications including UGC NET/JRF (twice). She has presented her work at leading institutions including IIT Bombay, IIT Bhubaneswar—where she received a Best Paper Award—IIM Kashipur, and the Central University of Himachal Pradesh. As an adjunct faculty member, she has taught courses in Financial Accounting and Entrepreneurial Mindset, integrating analytical rigor with practical insights. With expertise in EViews, Stata, R, and bibliometric tools, she continues to advance impactful, policy-relevant research. She aspires to contribute meaningfully to academia by promoting inclusive, sustainable development through evidence-based teaching and scholarship.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid 

Featured Publications

Deepa, Ahuja, S., Soti, N., Kumar, A., Phore, J., & Gupta, S. (2026). How can green finance and economic policies unlock new pathways to clean energy access in Sub-Saharan African nations? Renewable Energy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2025.124703

Soti, N., Kumar, A., Gupta, S., Ahuja, S., & Deepa. (2025). Towards a sustainable future: The interplay of trade globalization and regulatory quality on environmental outcomes in India. Sustainable Futures. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sftr.2025.100578

Kumar, A., Soti, N., Gupta, S., & Deepa. (2024). Addressing energy poverty in BRICS economies: Insights from panel data analysis and policy implications for sustainable development goals. Environment, Development and Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10668-024-05652-9

Phore, J., Deepa, Soti, N., Kumar, A., & Saini, A. K. (2024). Exploring the dynamics of ICT and globalization on human development in India: Asymmetric analysis and policy implications. International Journal of Information Technology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41870-024-02056-w

Jianwei Cheng | Engineering  | Best Scholar Award

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Prof. Jianwei Cheng | Engineering  | Best Scholar Award

China University of Mining and Technology | China

Dr. Jianwei Cheng is a distinguished professor in the College of Safety Engineering at the China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT), specializing in mine ventilation, gas explosion control, dust mitigation, and mine accident rescue strategies. He earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Safety and Mining Engineering from CUMT and completed his Ph.D. at West Virginia University, USA, further enhancing his expertise in mining safety. Dr. Cheng also holds an Associate Degree in Computer Science and Engineering. Since joining CUMT in 2012, he has led multiple research projects funded by government and industry, contributing significantly to mine ventilation design, explosion prevention, and safety strategies. Recognized internationally, he has served as a reviewer for over 100 journals, participated in the North American Mine Ventilation Symposium, and was awarded the Australia Endeavour Research Fellowship in 2015. His achievements include numerous national, provincial, and industry awards in science, technology, and teaching, reflecting his excellence in research and education. Dr. Cheng has published extensively, with 110 documents cited 1,729 times, achieving an h-index of 23. His work continues to advance the safety and efficiency of mining operations while promoting innovation in occupational health and mine rescue technologies.

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Featured Publications

Ran, D., Cheng, J., Sheng, S., Ma, Z., Fu, Q., Hou, W., & Chen, R. (2024). “A two-phase particle flow method based on SCLB for enhancing CBM recovery: Experimental testing and engineering applications” in Powder Technology. DOI: 10.1016/J.POWTEC.2024.119754

Cheng, J., Sheng, S., Xu, Y., Luo, Y., & Islam, M.M. (2024). “Deformation prediction of overlying strata in multi-seam mining based on the influence function method-key stratum hybrid model” in Geomechanics and Geophysics for Geo-energy and Geo-Resources. DOI: 10.1007/S40948-024-00875-6

Cheng, J., Ma, Z., Fu, Q., Ran, D., Borowski, M., & Xi, Z. (2024). “Eco-friendly three-phase-gel foam with novel particle-gel crosslinking enhancing stabilization and fire extinguishing” in Powder Technology. DOI: 10.1016/J.POWTEC.2024.120134

Ihsan, A., Cheng, J., Widodo, N.P., Wang, E., Waly, F.Z., Syachran, S.R., Fadillah, T., & Khamidah, H.N. (2024). “Hybrid method for analyzing air thermal conditions in underground mines” in Expert Systems with Applications. DOI: 10.1016/J.ESWA.2023.123026

Cheng, J., Hou, W., Zheng, X., Fediuk, R., Qin, Y., Chen, Z., Luo, Y., & Islam, M.M. (2024). “Modified space suspension bentonite-based powder for suppression dust explosion in moist conditions: Experimental testing and validations” in Fuel. DOI: 10.1016/J.FUEL.2024.132190

Naveed Yasin | Entrepreneurship  | Innovative Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Naveed Yasin | Entrepreneurship  | Innovative Research Award

Abu Dhabi School of Management | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Naveed Yasin is a Full Professor of Entrepreneurship and Management whose career spans academic leadership, research, innovation, and global entrepreneurship ecosystem development. He holds a Ph.D. in Cross-National Comparative Entrepreneurship from an AACSB-accredited university and advanced qualifications in higher education, leadership, and AI-enabled entrepreneurship education. With experience as Vice President of Academic Affairs, Executive Dean, Consulting Vice President, and Director of an academic business incubator, he has led institutional transformation, accreditation initiatives, and the creation of entrepreneurial learning ecosystems across the UAE, UK, Europe, and Asia. His research focuses on immigrant entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship education, AI applications in enterprise learning, and entrepreneurial ecosystems, supported by 422 citations across 288 documents, 51 publications, and an h-index of 13. He has published in ABDC A*, ABS 3*, and Scopus Q1 journals and contributed chapters to major publishers such as Palgrave Macmillan and Routledge. His achievements include the UAE & EIE Teaching Excellence Award, a Vice Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Research Thesis, and multiple international recognitions for innovation in education. As an educator, consultant, mentor, and ecosystem builder, Dr. Yasin continues to champion entrepreneurial leadership, global partnerships, and the advancement of universities as catalysts for economic and societal impact.

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Featured Publications

Green strategic intent, artificial intelligence capability and behavioral dynamics of achieving circular economy goals in the public sector (2025). Technological Forecasting and Social Change.

‘Imitate or Incubate?’ Evaluating the Current State of University-Based Business Incubators in the United Arab Emirates (2025). Fiib Business Review.

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Development of Learning and Social Innovation Education for Entrepreneurs in Poverty: A Sustainable Entrepreneurial Approach (2025). [Book Chapter]

“Try to keep them dumb and under the thumb”: exploring the “darker side” of psychological contracts in “overly embedded” immigrant enterprises (2025). Employee Relations.

Natural capital productivity as a decoupler of energy and emissions in Sub-Saharan Africa (2025). Energy Economics.

 

Adrian Rodriguez | Educational Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Adrian Rodriguez | Educational Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

California State University, Fullerton | United States

Dr. Adrian Rodriguez is an Associate Professor of Human Services whose work centers on college student well-being, equity in higher education, and culturally responsive training. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and has extensive experience teaching courses on counseling, substance use, conflict resolution, and case management across multiple institutions. His research examines perceived stress and graduate school aspirations, best practices for inclusive undergraduate research labs, graduate student mental health, and the impact of childhood trauma and attachment on students’ relationships and academic functioning. Dr. Rodriguez has published in journals such as Innovative Higher Education, Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences, and the Journal of College Student Retention, and has presented widely at APA, APS, NOHS, and other national conferences. He has developed workshops for faculty on supporting graduate students’ mental health and creating inclusive research environments, while mentoring numerous undergraduate researchers, honors students, and McNair Scholars. His service includes curriculum development, accreditation work, and contributions to college and university committees focused on student success, equity, and community engagement. Recognized as an AAHHE Faculty Fellow and recipient of professional development and intramural research awards, he remains committed to advancing human services education through scholarship, mentorship, and culturally responsive practice.

Profile : Orcid

Featured Publications

Rodriguez, A.A., Norris, S., Arain, S., Ratanasiripong, P., & Garcia, J.A. (2025). “Graduate school intent: Stress resilience, early exposure to graduate environments, and self-efficacy.” Innovative Higher Education. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10755-025-09857-2

Rodriguez, A.A., & Mallinckrodt, B. (2021). “Native American-identified students’ transition to college: A theoretical model of coping challenges and resources.” Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice. https://doi.org/10.1177/1521025118799747

Aditta Chowdhury | IoT (Internet of Things) Analytics | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Aditta Chowdhury | IoT (Internet of Things) Analytics | Research Excellence Award

Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology | Bangladesh

Aditta Chowdhury is an electrical and electronic engineering researcher and academic whose work focuses on advancing biomedical signal processing, embedded systems, and sustainable energy technologies. He holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, graduating with top academic distinction. His professional journey includes teaching and research roles in reputed engineering institutions, where he has contributed to curriculum development, laboratory instruction, and collaborative research. His research experience spans FPGA-based biomedical signal processing, photoplethysmogram-driven cardiovascular and metabolic disease detection, multimodal physiological signal analysis, plasmonic biosensing, microgrid feasibility assessment, and low-power VLSI system design. He has published extensively in high-impact journals and international conferences, demonstrating expertise in hardware–software co-design, machine learning applications in healthcare, and emerging sensor technologies. His work has resulted in several innovative solutions, including cardiovascular disease classifiers, hypertension detection systems, EOG-based eye-movement processors, and microgrid sustainability assessments. He has received multiple academic scholarships and awards recognizing his exceptional academic performance and research accomplishments. Driven by a commitment to impactful scientific contribution, he aims to continue developing intelligent, efficient, and accessible engineering solutions through interdisciplinary research and innovation.

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Featured Publications

Chowdhury, A., Das, D., Eldaly, A.B.M., Cheung, R.C.C., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2024). “Photoplethysmogram-based heart rate and blood pressure estimation with hypertension classification.” IPEM–Translation, 100024.

Joy, J.D., Rahman, M.S., Rahad, R., Chowdhury, A., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2024). “A novel and effective oxidation-resistant approach in plasmonic MIM biosensors for real-time detection of urea and glucose in urine for monitoring diabetic and kidney disease.” Optics Communications, 573, 131012.

Chowdhury, A., Das, D., Hasan, K., Cheung, R.C.C., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2023). “An FPGA implementation of multiclass disease detection from PPG.”
IEEE Sensors Letters, 7(11), 1–4.

Islam, M.A., Chowdhury, A., Jahan, I., & Farrok, O. (2024). “Mitigation of environmental impacts and challenges during hydrogen production.”
Bioresource Technology, 131666.

Chowdhury, A., Das, D., Cheung, R.C.C., & Chowdhury, M.H. (2023). “Hardware/software co-design of an ECG–PPG preprocessor: A qualitative and quantitative analysis.”
Proceedings of the 2023 International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Communication Engineering, 9.

Shawn (Xiaoguang) Chen | Public Policy | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Shawn (Xiaoguang) Chen | Public Policy | Research Excellence Award

University of Western Australia | Australia

Dr. Shawn (Xiaoguang) Chen is an applied economist whose research spans public finance, taxation, misallocation, and development economics. With an h-index of 4, 9 scholarly documents, and 256 citations across 251 citing documents, he has contributed influential work to both international and top-tier Chinese journals. He holds dual PhDs from the London School of Economics and Peking University, supported by competitive scholarships including the LSE Postgraduate Research Scholarship. Dr. Chen is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Western Australia and has held visiting positions at Harvard Kennedy School, the University of Hong Kong, and the University of Toronto. His research particularly focuses on tax enforcement, VAT systems, government incentives, misallocation, and firm productivity in developing economies, especially China and Sri Lanka. He has secured major research grants from the Australian Academy of Social Sciences, China’s National Science Foundation, and multiple institutional programs. Recognized for scholarly excellence, he has received awards such as the Best Paper Award at the Public Finance Forum of China, the Gregory Chow Award, and early-career distinctions from the Western Australia Chinese Scientists Association. Dr. Chen continues to advance empirical public finance with policy-relevant insights rooted in rigorous causal identification.

Profile : Scopus

Featured Publications

Geng, H., Chen, S.X., & Wu, Y. (2025). “The displacement effects of US–China political tensions on China’s international and domestic research collaboration: Evidence from the ‘China Initiative’.” Scientometrics, 40(2), 289–337. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11192-025-05465-1

Chen, S.X. (2024). “Vulnerability to tax enforcement and spillover effect of corruption: Cross-industry evidence from China.” Journal of Law, Economics, and Organization. https://doi.org/10.1093/jleo/ewac019

Dewage Thilini Sumudu Kumari, R., Tang, S.H.K., & Chen, S.X. (2023). “Un-incorporation and conditional misallocation: Firm-level evidence from Sri Lanka.” B.E. Journal of Macroeconomics. https://doi.org/10.1515/bejm-2022-0107

Dewage Thilini Sumudu Kumari, R., Tang, S.H.K., Chen, S.X., & Li, B. (2023). “Can land misallocation be a greater barrier to development than capital? Evidence from manufacturing firms in Sri Lanka.” Economic Modelling. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.econmod.2023.106368

Mudiyanselage, H.K., & Chen, S.X. (2021). “What impairs the ‘money machine’ of VAT in developing countries?” International Tax and Public Finance. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10797-021-09705-x

Amel Latifi | Quantitative Research | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Amel Latifi | Quantitative Research | Research Excellence Award

Aix-Marseille Université-CNRS | France

Amel Latifi is a Professor of Microbiology at Aix-Marseille University, where he leads the research team focused on Differentiation, Evolution, and Adaptation in Cyanobacteria and directs the Master programs in Microbiology. He earned his PhD in Cellular Biology with a specialization in Microbiology in 1996, investigating mechanisms regulating virulence factor production in Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Following postdoctoral research in Lausanne and academic appointments in Grenoble and Marseille, he established a research program centered on gene regulation, cell differentiation, and stress-response mechanisms in cyanobacteria, with additional contributions to bacterial genetics, oxidative-stress responses, and biohydrogen production. Over his career, he has coordinated multiple funded research projects, including FunDate, Otolhyd, and Cyanhy, advancing understanding of prokaryotic signaling and metabolism. His extensive publication record reflects long-standing collaborations in microbial genomics, environmental microbiology, and synthetic biology. Latifi has served in elected roles within national academic committees and university governance, contributing to scientific training and educational policy. His work has supported advancements in sustainable biotechnology, microbial physiology, and cyanobacterial metabolism. Overall, his career integrates fundamental microbial science with applied research aimed at environmental and energy-related challenges.

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Featured Publications

Independence of a Marine Unicellular Diazotroph to the Presence of NO₃⁻, Microorganisms, 2021 — S. Rabouille, B. Randall, A. Talec, P. Raimbault, T. Blasco, A. Latifi, A. Oschlies

Stress Signaling in Cyanobacteria: A Mechanistic Overview, Life, 2020 — R. Rachedi, M. Foglino, A. Latifi

 

Konstantinos Kaselouris | Smart Cities and Urban Analytics | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Konstantinos Kaselouris | Smart Cities and Urban Analytics | Research Excellence Award

National Technical University of Athens | Greece

Konstantinos-Eirinaios Kaselouris is a civil engineer and research associate specializing in transportation planning and engineering, with a strong focus on traffic engineering, road safety, driver behavior, and statistical and machine-learning modeling. He holds a Diploma in Civil Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, where he completed a thesis examining the influence of mobile phone use on driving behavior through advanced machine-learning techniques applied to imbalanced naturalistic driving data. His professional experience includes work as a junior civil engineer and site inspector at Attiko Metro S.A., followed by research activities within NTUA’s Department of Transportation Planning and Engineering. He has contributed to major European research projects such as ESRA3 and ERSOnext, and has authored or co-authored conference papers presented at significant international transportation forums including the Transport Research Arena and the International Congress on Transportation Research. His research interests center on improving road safety through data-driven methodologies, crash hotspot identification, and behavioral analytics. He has earned distinctions throughout his academic career, including the 2024 Thomaideio Award for innovative work on crash hotspot identification. His ongoing goal is to advance safe, sustainable mobility through rigorous scientific research and practical engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

Kaselouris K., Folla K., Yannis G. “Monitoring national road safety strategies in the EU” in Proceedings of the 10th Transport Research Arena (TRA), 15–18 April 2024, Dublin, Ireland.

Kaselouris K., Michelaraki E., Katrakazas C., Kallidoni M., Yannis G. “Investigating the influence of mobile phone use on driving behaviour with machine learning analysis” in Proceedings of the 10th Transport Research Arena (TRA), 15–18 April 2024, Dublin, Ireland.

Kaselouris K., Deliali K., Michelaraki E., Dragomanovits A., Yannis G. “A novel methodology for crash hotspot identification and network-wide safety ranking” in Proceedings of the 11th International Congress on Transportation Research, 20–22 September 2023, Heraklion, Greece.

Kaselouris K., Nikolaou D., Laiou A., Yannis G. “E-survey of road users’ attitudes – ESRA3” in 7th UN Global Road Safety Week, Athens, 19 May 2023.

Shinobu Hirayama | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Shinobu Hirayama | Healthcare Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Meiji Pharmaceutical University | Japan

Shinobu Hirayama is a Japanese clinical microbiology researcher and pharmacist whose work focuses on antimicrobial stewardship, antimicrobial resistance, and clinical infectious diseases. She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Meiji Pharmaceutical University (1997) and is currently pursuing a PhD in Microbiology. With long-standing experience at Toho University Omori Medical Centre—most recently as Assistant Director of the Department of Pharmacy—she has contributed extensively to infection control and antimicrobial management. Her research portfolio includes peer-reviewed publications on carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales, antimicrobial dosing metrics, vancomycin-associated kidney injury, and therapeutic strategies for COVID-19 and Clostridioides difficile. She has presented her work at major national and international conferences, including APSMM. Hirayama’s scholarly output includes 5 peer-reviewed documents, cited by 122 documents, with an h-index of 2, reflecting her growing impact in clinical microbiology and antimicrobial stewardship research. She received the Encouragement Award from the Japanese Society of Chemotherapy (2016) for developing a novel evaluation method for carbapenem stewardship. Her current work aims to refine antimicrobial and antifungal stewardship practices to improve patient outcomes and limit resistance development.

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Featured Publications

Ohtani, M., Yokoo, T., Miyazaki, T., Yasuda, H., Nishikawa, E., Tomida, M., Tsukada, M., Sato, E., Hirayama, S., Murakami, H., Yoshizawa, S., Matsumoto, T., & Tateda, K.
“Clinical efficacy of casirivimab and imdevimab in preventing COVID-19 in the Omicron BA.5 subvariant epidemic: a retrospective study” in Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Care and Sciences, 11(1): 94.

Hirayama, S., Otani, M., Murakami, H., Sakamoto, M., Tateda, K., Matsumoto, T., & Sugita, T. “Association between antimicrobial use and the detection rates of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales: long-term surveillance results from a single centre” in Infection Prevention in Practice, In Press.

Ohtani, M., Yoshizawa, S., Miyazaki, T., Kumade, E., Hirayama, S., Sakamoto, M., Murakami, H., Maeda, T., Ishii, Y., Matsumoto, T., & Tateda, K. “Clinical efficacy of therapeutic agents for Clostridioides difficile infection based on four severity classifications” in Japanese Journal of Infectious Diseases, 77(5): 281–284.

Uekusa, S., Hanai, Y., Hirayama, S., Yokoo, T., Hasegawa, T., Shimoyama, K., Kusano, A., Nishizawa, K., Matsumoto, T., & Matsuo, K. “Vancomycin hydrochloride as a risk factor for acute kidney injury: a retrospective study” in Pharmacology, 108(5): 444–450.

Chao Yin | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Chao Yin | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Shandong Women’s University | China

Chao Yin is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Faculty of Management, Shandong Women’s University, where she specializes in green development, low-carbon strategies, supermarket operations, and agricultural product logistics. She earned her Doctorate in Enterprise Management with a marketing focus from Beijing Jiaotong University, following a master’s degree from the Capital University of Economics and Business and a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Qingdao University. Before entering academia, she gained practical industry experience as a marketing manager at Qingdao AEON Dongtai Co., Ltd., which continues to inform her applied research approach. Her scholarly work appears in reputable journals, including Q1 and Q2 outlets, addressing themes such as logistics information systems, sustainable development performance, emissions trajectories, and corporate green innovation. She has also contributed to international symposiums with studies on resource integration and “Farming-Supermarket” supply-chain mechanisms. In the classroom, she teaches courses on marketing management and chain enterprise operations, integrating theory with practice to support student development. Recognized for her growing contributions to sustainability and operations research, her work aims to advance environmentally responsible management strategies and promote efficient, low-carbon business practices for future economic and societal benefit.

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Featured Publications

Yin, C., Zhang, M., Zhang, Y., & Wu, W. (2020). Business service network node optimization and resource integration based on the construction of logistics information systems. Information Systems and e-Business Management, 18, 723–746. (Q2)

Yin, C. Research on optimization of mixed distribution of chain supermarket based on resource integration. Management Review.

Yin, C. (2015). Research on the Key Issues of “Farming-Supermarket” Docking under the Background of “Internet Plus”. Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Management, Innovation and Development (MID2015).

Yin, C., & Liu, P. (2025). Knowledge-driven green cognition: the impact of enterprise innovation in sustainable development performance. (Q2)

Yin, C., & Bo, Y. (2025). China’s emissions trajectory: Integrating resource management and energy transition strategies. (Q1)