Cuifang Wang | Financial Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Cuifang Wang | Financial Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

School of Business Administration, Dongbei University of Finance and Economics | China

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Ms. CuiFang Wang began her academic journey with a deep interest in business and finance, which laid the foundation for her doctoral studies. Enrolling at the School of Business Administration, Dongbei University of Finance and Economics, she pursued rigorous training in business theory, economic analysis, and corporate structures. Her early academic pursuits were marked by consistent academic excellence and a passion for understanding the inner workings of firms, particularly in the context of governance and strategy. This formative stage was instrumental in shaping her research orientation and scholarly ambitions.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Although currently a PhD candidate, Ms. Wang has already made meaningful strides in the academic community through her active participation in research collaborations, academic conferences, and peer-reviewed publications. She has worked closely with faculty and research teams on projects examining the intersection of corporate governance and firm performance, enabling her to gain practical insight and professional depth. Her engagement with the academic ecosystem reflects both leadership and intellectual curiosity, positioning her as an emerging scholar in strategic management and governance.

🧠 Contributions and Research Focus

Ms. Wang’s research focuses on corporate governance mechanisms, such as board structures, ownership configurations, and executive compensation, and how these factors influence firm performance and strategic decisions. Her scholarly work bridges the gap between theory and application by offering insights into how governance practices affect organizational effectiveness and market competitiveness. She has published in internationally renowned journals including Applied Economics, International Review of Economics and Finance, and the Asia-Pacific Journal of Accounting & Economics, showcasing her analytical rigor and subject-matter expertise.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Despite being in the early stages of her career, Ms. Wang’s research has already contributed significantly to the ongoing discourse in corporate governance studies, especially in the Asia-Pacific context. Her publications have been recognized by scholars and practitioners alike for addressing practical governance issues within dynamic market environments. Through citations and collaborative work, her influence is beginning to extend beyond national boundaries, positioning her as a promising voice in the global academic community.

📚 Academic Citations

Ms. Wang’s work has garnered growing academic citations, reflecting the relevance and impact of her research topics. Her studies on governance-performance linkages have been referenced in both academic and professional contexts, especially in discussions around improving governance frameworks in emerging economies. As she continues her research, her citation count is expected to rise in step with her academic contributions.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Ms. Wang is proficient in a range of quantitative and analytical tools, which support her empirical research. Her skill set includes econometric modeling, panel data analysis, Stata, R, and SPSS, all of which she uses to test governance theories and evaluate firm performance. She also has experience in conducting meta-analysis, literature reviews, and using qualitative comparative analysis (QCA) techniques.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

In addition to her research, Ms. Wang has contributed to academia through her role as a teaching assistant in courses related to corporate strategy, governance, and business ethics. She brings a learner-focused approach to teaching, combining theoretical concepts with real-world case studies to engage students effectively. Her teaching efforts support the development of future business leaders who understand the critical role of governance in strategic management.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Ms. CuiFang Wang aims to deepen her academic contributions by exploring cross-country governance comparisons, sustainability in governance, and the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors into performance evaluation frameworks. Her long-term vision includes publishing in top-tier journals, influencing policy-making, and mentoring the next generation of scholars. Her legacy will likely be one of thought leadership, research excellence, and a strong commitment to advancing corporate governance practices worldwide.

📖Publications

Title: Technical Independent Director–CEO Friendliness and Enterprise Dual Innovation: Evidence from China

Authors: Dongshan Ma, Jian Ding, Mingyu Liu, Cuifang Wang
Journal: Applied Economics
Year: 2025
DOI: 10.1080/00036846.2025.2465837

Title: Does the Informal Hierarchy of Independent Directors Have a Corporate Governance Effect? Evidence from China

Authors: Dongshan Ma, Jiayu Zhao, Shengqiang Zhang, Cuifang Wang
Journal: Asia-Pacific Journal of Accounting & Economics
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.1080/16081625.2022.2077778

Title: 独立董事非正式层级影响审计师选择吗 (Translation: Does the Informal Hierarchy of Independent Directors Affect Auditor Selection?)

Author: Cuifang Wang
Journal: 广东财经大学学报 (Journal of Guangdong University of Finance and Economics)
Year: 2020

Stuart Cockbill | Real-world Case Studies | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Stuart Cockbill,Real-world Case Studies, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Loughborough University, United Kingdom

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🎓 Higher Education

  • Ph.D. (2016-2021)
    Loughborough University
    Thesis: The role of co-design in supporting energy-related retrofit by householders.
  • Master of Science with Distinction (2009-2011)
    Coventry University
    Thesis: The future home: A research study investigating the effects of access to information and awareness.
  • Master of Design, First Class Honours (2005-2009)
    Coventry University
    Thesis: Inclusive equipment design: Improving fitness for a capable population.

🎓 Professional Qualifications

  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2022)
  • Axure RP Short Course, Loughborough University (2015)
  • QSR NVivo 10 Short Course, Loughborough University (2013)
  • Solidworks Essentials Training Course, Solid Solutions (2011)

💼 Employment History

  • Senior Lecturer in Service Design (2024 – Present)
    Loughborough University
    Programme Leader for BA Design/Industrial Design, Co-Programme Leader for MA User Experience & Service Design, Deputy Programme Leader for MSc User Experience Design.
  • Lecturer in Design (2020 – 2023)
    Loughborough University
    Module leadership, supervision of doctoral researchers, personal academic tutor, and member of the Design for Future Living Research Group.
  • Lecturer in Product/Industrial Design Maternity Cover (2018 – 2019)
    Loughborough University
    Module leadership, Diploma in Professional Studies (DPS) visiting tutor, developing research area.
  • Research Associate – DICE Project (2016 – 2019)
    Loughborough University
    Organising study activities, publishing outputs, day-to-day project administration.

🔬 Research and Enterprise Funding

  • IUK – Vehicle to Energy Communities (VECTORS) (2022)
    Funder: Innovate UK. Value: £34,959. Co-I: Dr Stuart Cockbill.
  • MECS-Design School Collaboration (SD4MECS) (2020)
    Funder: FDCO Project Number: 300123. Value: £77,611. Co-I: Dr Stuart Cockbill.
  • IUK – Social Innovation and Social Business Models for MTC’s COLCO Project (2020)
    Funder: Innovate UK. Value: £12,980.62. Co-Is: Dr Stuart Cockbill.

📚 Research Excellence

  • Strong publication record in international journals.
    Citations: 64 (Google Scholar h-index: 5, i-10: 4, Scopus h-index: 3).

🎓 PhD Supervision

  • Valentina Volpi: Playing with the Trouble: An anarchafeminist game design praxis into, through, and for Social Innovation in the context of London Housing Precarity.
  • Princess Woy: Designing Positively: A well-being integrative approach to designing foot-to-go services.
  • Katie Calvert: Designing an Urban Consumer Product Remanufacturing Model.

🏆 Teaching Awards

  • Loughborough University Teaching Innovation Award
    Developing a programme design ‘playbook’ using a service design and design futures approach.
  • Deans Learning and Teaching Award (2019)
    For significant innovations in UG and PG teaching.

🗣️ Invited Speaker

  • Leicestershire County Council Communities Board (2020, 2021, 2022)
  • DICE Industry Advisory Board Meeting (2017)
  • REFIT Industry Partners Meeting (2015)

📖 Publication Top Noted

Article: Understanding the e-cooking experience from the perspective of the everyday cook in Nakuru, Kenya

    • Authors: Coulentianos, M., Kamau, A., Leary, J., Cockbill, S., Mitchell, V.
    • Journal: Energy for Sustainable Development
    • Volume: 81
    • Pages: 101484
    • Year: 2024

Article: The sustainability of convenience food: A review and design research agenda

    • Authors: Woy, P., Wilson, G.T., Cockbill, S.
    • Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
    • Volume: 451
    • Pages: 142083
    • Year: 2024

Article: Introduction to Service Design for UX Designers

    • Authors: Cockbill, S., Mitchell, V., Roto, V., Lai-Chong Law, E., Zimmerman, J.
    • Journal: Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems – Proceedings
    • Volume: 143
    • Year: 2022

Article: Home energy renovation: UK owner-occupied householder uncertainties, information and data needs

    • Authors: Simpson, K., Cockbill, S., Childs, P.
    • Journal: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science
    • Volume: 1085
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 012046
    • Year: 2022

Article: Introduction to Service Design for UX Designers

    • Authors: Roto, V., Mitchell, V., Cockbill, S., Lai-Chong Law, E., Zimmerman, J.
    • Journal: Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems – Proceedings
    • Year: 2021

Anastasios Michailidis | Real-world Case Studies | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Anastasios Michailidis, Real-world Case Studies, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Anastasios Michailidis at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

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👨‍💼Summary

Anastasios Michailidis is a Ph.D. Candidate in Electronics Engineering at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, specializing in Integrated Circuit Design for high-speed interfaces. With a robust background in Analog/RF Integrated Circuit Design and extensive research experience, he is committed to advancing technology in radiation-hard ICs and ASIC design methodologies.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. Candidate, Electronics Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Dec. 2023 – Present
  • M.Sc. in Electronic Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Sep. 2021 – Nov. 2023
    • Thesis: Developed a 4-bit 28 GS/s Time-Interleaved DAC for High-Speed Wireless Communication Systems
  • B.Sc. in Physics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Sep. 2017 – Jun. 2021
    • Thesis: Implemented Digital Image Processing and Noise Reduction using VHDL and MATLAB

💼 Professional Experience

  • Ph.D. Researcher, E.L.K.E AUTh, Greece, Feb. 2024 – Present
    • Focus on Radiation-hard Integrated Circuits and Analog Front-End Readout ASIC Design
  • Extended Research Stay Abroad, University of Bonn, Germany, Oct. – Nov. 2023
    • Collaborative research on Readout ASIC development for 3D Sensors under the DAAD framework
  • M.Sc. Researcher, E.L.K.E AUTh, Greece, Various roles from Sept. 2022 to Dec. 2023
    • Developed educational courses on radiation impact in ICs and contributed to projects like RF/mmWave ICs design and Model Order Reduction for Integrated Circuits

🔬 Research Interests

Anastasios Michailidis is deeply engaged in cutting-edge research within the field of Electronics Engineering, specializing in Integrated Circuit Design. His current focus revolves around advancing high-speed interface systems through innovative Analog/RF/mmWave IC designs and ASIC methodologies. His research aims to tackle challenges in radiation-hard IC development, optimizing signal integrity, and conducting advanced noise analyses. Anastasios is particularly passionate about exploring new frontiers in integrated circuit technology, aiming to enhance performance and reliability in next-generation communication systems and sensor applications. His work not only contributes to academic advancements but also holds practical implications for industries reliant on robust, high-performance electronic solutions.

📖 Publication Top Noted

Article Title: Mapping sustainable tomato supply chain in Greece: A framework for research

  • Authors: Foivos Anastasiadis, Ioanna Apostolidou, Anastasios Michailidis
  • Journal: Foods
  • Year: 2020
  • citations: 35

Article Title: Socio-economic factors influencing farmers’ willingness to undertake environmental responsibility

  • Authors: Dimitra Lazaridou, Anastasios Michailidis, Marios Trigkas
  • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
  • Year: 2019
  • citations: 34

Article Title: Exploring environmental and economic costs and benefits of a forest-based circular economy: A literature review

  • Authors: Dimitra C Lazaridou, Anastasios Michailidis, Marios Trigkas
  • Journal: Forests
  • Year: 2021
  • citations: 36

Article Title: Farm advisors amid the transition to Agriculture 4.0: Professional identity, conceptions of the future and future‐specific competencies

  • Authors: Chrysanthi Charatsari, Evagelos D Lioutas, Afroditi Papadaki‐Klavdianou, Anastasios Michailidis, Maria Partalidou
  • Journal: Sociologia Ruralis
  • Year: 2022
  • citations: 36

Article Title: Factors affecting adoption of pressurized irrigation technology among olive farmers in Northern Iran

  • Authors: Nima Nejadrezaei, Mohammad Sadegh Allahyari, Mina Sadeghzadeh, Anastasios Michailidis, Hamid El Bilali
  • Journal: Applied Water Science
  • Year: 2018
  • citations: 53