Uche Ndidi | Data Visualization | Best Researcher Award

Published on 07/10/202507/10/2025 by Research Data Analysis

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Uche Ndidi | Data Visualization | Best Researcher Award

Ahmadu Bello University | Nigeria

Dr. Uche Samuel Ndidi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria, with over 15 years of academic experience. He earned a BSc in Applied Biochemistry from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria (2004), an MSc in Biochemistry from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria (2009), and completed his PhD in Biotechnology in Health and Investigative Medicine at the Instituto Gonçalo Moniz-Fundação Oswaldo Cruz (FIOCRUZ), Brazil (2013), and is currently pursuing postdoctoral research in Human Pathology at FIOCRUZ (2024). His research focuses on medical biochemistry, with emphasis on sickle cell disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, trypanosomiasis, and neglected tropical diseases, employing advanced techniques such as PCR, ELISA, HPLC, and flow cytometry. He has authored over 23 publications, with numerous citations, and has supervised both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Dr. Ndidi serves as the Postgraduate Coordinator in the Department of Biochemistry at ABU and as the Student Internship Officer of the African Centre of Excellence in Neglected Tropical Diseases and Forensic Biotechnology (ACENTDFB), and is a member of the Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Science Association of Nigeria. His work has been recognized with the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ) Scholarship and the Brazil National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) Scholarship. Dr. Ndidi’s extensive research and leadership have advanced the understanding and management of key biochemical and medical conditions, particularly in African populations.

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Featured Publications

Ndidi, U.S.; Ogwuche O.I.; Jonathan, E.U.; Iroha, O.K. (2025). “Drug repurposing in cancer research: a bibliometric analysis.” Discover Oncology.

Ndidi, U.S.; Adanho, C.S.A.; Santiago, R.P.; Yahouédéhou, S.C.M.A.; Santana, S.S.; Mafili, V.V.; Pitanga, T.N.; Fonseca, C.A.; Ferreira, J.R.D.; Adorno, E.V. et al. (2019). “Effect of N(Epsilon)-(carboxymethyl)lysine on laboratory parameters and its association with βS haplotype in children with sickle cell anemia.” Disease Markers.

Okpe, O.; Ndidi, U.S.; Ojowu, J.; Maifada, S.R.; Etim, E.E.; Awen, D.A.; Ovur, C.E. (2019). “GC–MS profiling and antimalarial activity of Khaya grandifoliola on Plasmodium berghei–infected mice.” Journal of Herbs, Spices and Medicinal Plants.

Yahouédéhou, S.C.M.A.; da Guarda, C.C.; Figueiredo, C.V.B.; Santiago, R.P.; Carvalho, S.P.; Fiuza, L.M.; Ndidi, U.S.; Oliveira, R.M.; Carvalho, M.O.S.; Nascimento, V.M.L. et al. (2019). “Hydroxyurea alters hematological, biochemical and inflammatory biomarkers in Brazilian children with SCA: investigating associations with βS haplotype and α-thalassemia.” PLoS ONE.

Yahouédéhou, S.C.M.A.; Adorno, E.V.; da Guarda, C.C.; Ndidi, U.S.; Carvalho, S.P.; Santiago, R.P.; Aleluia, M.M.; de Oliveira, R.M.; Gonçalves, M.S. (2018). “Hydroxyurea in the management of sickle cell disease: pharmacogenomics and enzymatic metabolism.” Pharmacogenomics Journal.

Viken Kortian | Big Data Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Published on 17/09/202517/09/2025 by Research Data Analysis

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Viken Kortian | Big Data Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Macquarie University | Australia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Viken Kortian is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in operations management, innovation, and entrepreneurship, with extensive expertise in business process management, strategy, and big data analytics. He holds a PhD in Management from Macquarie Graduate School of Management, where his doctoral research focused on organizational agility and firm performance in Australian SMEs. His academic foundation also includes a Master of Arts, an MBA, and a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with honors. Dr. Kortian has built a distinguished career in higher education, currently serving as Associate Professor at Macquarie University’s School of Engineering, where he played a pivotal role in designing and leading the Master of Engineering Management program, one of the university’s largest postgraduate offerings. He has also contributed to Kaplan Business School, Macquarie Graduate School of Management, and the Australian Graduate School of Management through innovative course development in data analytics, quality management, and business excellence. His research interests span business excellence, operations management, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, with several conference presentations, publications, and a US patent to his credit. Recognized with multiple Vice Chancellor’s Awards for Teaching Excellence and other honors, Dr. Kortian is a dedicated educator, researcher, and thought leader shaping engineering management education in Australia.

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Featured Publication

“Challenges and Issues in Implementing & Operationalising Big Data Analytics Capabilities in a major Australian Railway Organisation: A Case Study”

Alessandra Cappelletti | Qualitative Research | Best Researcher Award

Published on 08/08/202508/08/2025 by Research Data Analysis

Dr. Alessandra Cappelletti | Qualitative Research | Best Researcher Award

Xi’an Jiaotong Liverpool University | China

Dr. Alessandra Cappelletti is an Associate Professor at Xi’an Jiaotong–Liverpool University in Suzhou, China, and a distinguished scholar in the fields of Chinese domestic policy, international relations, and cultural diplomacy. Her academic career blends extensive research, leadership in higher education, and active participation in global academic networks. With a strong background in Oriental languages, international studies, and socio-political research, she has developed an influential voice on China’s soft power, global positioning, and the socio-economic dynamics of minority regions. She has held numerous leadership and administrative roles, directed cross-cultural research initiatives, and contributed to major academic collaborations bridging China, Europe, and Central Asia.

Professional Profile

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Education

Dr. Cappelletti holds a dual PhD in Eastern and Southern Asian Studies and Law with a specialization in Ethno-Sociology from the University of Naples “L’Orientale” and Minzu University of China. Her doctoral research focused on the socio-economic development of Xinjiang, particularly in Kashgar and Shihezi. She also completed postgraduate specialization in Diplomatic and International Studies at the University of Padua, supported by a scholarship from the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Her academic journey began with a BA and MA in Oriental Languages and Literatures, majoring in Classical Chinese, from the University of Venice “Ca’ Foscari.” Additionally, she has been awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education by the University of Liverpool and is a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence and pedagogical innovation.

Experience

In her current role as Associate Professor in the Department of International Studies at Xi’an Jiaotong–Liverpool University, Dr. Cappelletti leads modules across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supervises BA, MA, and PhD dissertations, and mentors research projects on topics including China’s soft power, public diplomacy, and international policy frameworks. She has served as Head of Department, managing substantial budgets, recruitment, faculty development, and fostering institutional partnerships. Her administrative experience includes securing research grants, developing Erasmus Plus agreements, curating lecture series, and coordinating strategic initiatives within the university.

Beyond her core academic post, she has been an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the XIPU Institution, a member of editorial boards, and a consultant for cultural and academic projects. Her professional journey spans teaching and consultancy roles across Europe and China, including the Confucius Institute at the University of Rome “La Sapienza,” LUISS Guido Carli University, and various cultural organizations. She has organized academic exchanges, cultural tours, and international conferences, and has represented her expertise in both scholarly and public policy forums worldwide.

Research Interest

Dr. Cappelletti’s research encompasses China’s domestic and foreign policy, global positioning, and cultural diplomacy. She has a particular focus on national minorities, especially in Xinjiang, exploring historical, socio-economic, and political transformations in peripheral regions. Her work also examines the role of soft power in China’s global engagement, public policy implementation, and the sociology of narrative in international relations. She actively engages in research on the Belt and Road Initiative, its impact on Central Asia, and the intersections between cultural diplomacy and economic development. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates political science, sociology, and area studies, enabling nuanced analysis of China’s role in the evolving global order.

Awards and Grants

Dr. Cappelletti has secured competitive research funding from institutions including the Italian Trade Agency and Xi’an Jiaotong–Liverpool University’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fund. These grants have supported projects on China’s martial arts and international relations, the Chinese automotive industry, and soft power strategies. Her professional recognition includes fellowship in the UK Higher Education Academy and invitations to speak at leading universities and think tanks worldwide. She has been invited to contribute to high-profile international conferences, government consultations, and interdisciplinary research workshops, highlighting her impact both within academia and in policy-making circles.

Publication

The mobilization of ‘capabilities’ as an idea and practice in today’s China: From appropriation to exclusion of Uyghur identities

Authors: Alessandra Cappelletti
Journal: Central Asian Survey
Year: 2025

Perceptions of China’s soft power: exploring the cognition wall through the case of the Confucius Institute

Authors: Yuxuan Han, Alessandra Cappelletti
Journal: Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Year: 2025

Multinormativity of a place: the ‘meaning system’ of Ordam Mazar and its relevance as ‘global cultural heritage’

Authors: Alessandra Cappelletti
Journal: International Journal of Cultural Policy
Year: 2025

Managing the COVID-19 Pandemic in China: A Biopolitical Approach

Authors: Evangelos Fanoulis, Alessandra Cappelletti
Journal: China Report
Year: 2025

The leader and the people

Authors: Evangelos Fanoulis, Alessandra Cappelletti
Journal: Journal of Language and Politics
Year: 2023

Losing centrality and socialization of Islam in Suzhou: Memories, identities and positionality around the city mosques

Authors: Alessandra Cappelletti
Journal: Contemporary Islam
Year: 2023

Conclusion

Dr. Alessandra Cappelletti stands out as a dynamic academic leader and an accomplished researcher whose expertise bridges the worlds of Chinese studies, global diplomacy, and international education. Her career reflects a dedication to deep cross-cultural understanding, innovative scholarship, and the creation of collaborative platforms between China and the wider world. Whether through her leadership in academic departments, her contributions to scholarly discourse, or her engagement in public diplomacy, she continues to influence the field of international studies with insight, rigor, and an enduring commitment to fostering global dialogue.