Arjun Prakash | Social Impact | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Arjun Prakash | Social Impact | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur | India

Arjun Prakash is an emerging scholar in labour economics and development policy, currently based at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. Having submitted his PhD thesis and awaiting his defence, he has already demonstrated a strong research orientation and academic maturity. His scholarship is deeply rooted in understanding social structures and institutional dynamics that shape labour market outcomes in contemporary India. Arjun’s work interrogates issues of wage inequality, employment stratification, and workforce segmentation through rigorous empirical methods. With a growing publication record, conference participation across national and international venues, and involvement in teaching and peer-review processes, Arjun brings a balanced profile of research, pedagogy, and academic engagement. His academic journey reflects a commitment to social justice, empirical accuracy, and policy relevance—values that consistently underpin his intellectual contributions.

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Education

Arjun completed his doctoral studies at the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Kharagpur, specializing in labour market economics. His PhD research, titled Gender and Caste Disparity on Employment and Wages: Evidence from Formal Labor Markets in India, was supervised by Dr. Inder Sekhar Yadav and drew on extensive datasets and econometric techniques. Prior to this, he earned a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Hyderabad, where he began exploring themes around inequality and structural exclusion. His foundational training in economics was acquired during his undergraduate studies at Kerala University. Through these institutions, he developed a robust understanding of economic theory, research methodology, and socio-political frameworks necessary for interpreting complex labour issues.

Experience

During his time at IIT Kharagpur, Arjun worked as a Teaching Assistant for undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Econometrics, Public Policy, and Financial Management. In this capacity, he contributed to curriculum support, conducted tutorial sessions, clarified concepts in doubt-clearance classes, and graded student assignments. Additionally, he mentored students and helped foster analytical thinking. Beyond IIT, he also served as a Resource Person at Sree Narayana College, Kollam (affiliated with Kerala University), where he conducted a seminar on research methodology for postgraduate economics students. His experience further extends into academic peer reviewing, having evaluated manuscripts for interdisciplinary journals under the Nature Portfolio, thereby contributing to scholarly quality assurance and editorial processes.

Research Interests

Arjun’s research interests lie at the intersection of labour economics, development studies, and public policy. His work critically examines wage inequality, employment outcomes, and access disparities across gender, caste, and educational qualifications. He employs advanced econometric tools and original datasets to explore these issues, particularly within India’s formal and rapidly digitizing sectors. Additionally, he investigates how social identities and institutional frameworks affect labour market dynamics and the quality of employment. His broader research also spans human capital formation, the impact of technological change on work structures, and the role of education in shaping equitable economic development. Recent work also delves into scientometrics and gender disparities in academic publishing.

Awards and Achievements

Arjun has several notable achievements to his credit. He qualified for the UGC-NET for Assistant Professorship in December 2018. His scholarly contributions have been recognized through publications in reputable journals such as Labour & Industry, Review of Social Economy, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Humanities and Social Sciences Communication, and Scientometrics. His paper presentations at prominent academic forums include the American Economic Association (AEA) Annual Meeting, the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), the India Management Research Conference (IMRC) at IIM Ahmedabad, and the Young Scholar Initiative (YSI) Festival at IIT Bombay. He has also presented at globally recognized platforms like the University of California Berkeley-Oxford Human Rights Hub Conference and the Sixth IGIDR Conversation on Research (CoRe), further affirming his engagement with both domestic and international academic communities.

Publications

Writing without Borders: AI and Cross-Cultural Convergence in Academic Writing Quality

Authors: Arjun Prakash, Shruti Aggarwal, Jeevan John Varghese, Joel John Varghese
Journal: Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Year: 2025

Breaking Barriers or Reinforcing Stereotypes? A Comprehensive Analysis of the Gender Pay Gap and Glass Ceiling in the Indian Tech Industry

Authors: Arjun Prakash, Inder Sekhar Yadav
Journal: Labour and Industry
Year: 2025

What’s in a Name? Examining the Impact of Upper Caste Surnames on Wages and Employment in the Indian Information Technology Sector

Authors: Arjun Prakash
Journal: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: An International Journal
Year: 2025

Disparity in Employment in India: Evidence from Engineering Graduates across Social Groups and Gender

Authors: Arjun Prakash, Inder Sekhar Yadav
Journal: Review of Social Economy
Year: 2024

Gender of Gender Studies: Examining Regional and Gender-Based Disparities in Scholarly Publications

Authors: Arjun Prakash, Jeevan John Varghese, Shruti Aggarwal
Journal: Scientometrics
Year: 2024

Conclusion

Arjun Prakash exemplifies the qualities of a socially conscious and empirically grounded economist. His academic trajectory—marked by interdisciplinary engagement, rigorous research, and impactful teaching—positions him as a valuable asset to any academic or policy-oriented institution. By focusing on critical issues such as caste, gender, and institutional exclusion in the labour market, he seeks to bridge the gap between economic theory and social justice. Arjun’s commitment to fostering data-driven policy discourse and equitable labour institutions highlights his potential as a future leader in academia and beyond. As he transitions from doctoral research to full-time academic responsibilities, he remains driven by a vision to contribute meaningfully to the transformation of labour systems and socio-economic policy landscapes.

Desmond Bartholomew | Wavelet based analysis | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Desmond Bartholomew | Wavelet based analysis | Young Scientist Award

Federal University Of Technology Owerri | Nigeria

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Early Academic Pursuits

Mr. Desmond Bartholomew began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Technology in Statistics from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), Nigeria, where he graduated with First Class honors. His undergraduate thesis addressed the Estimation of Nonorthogonal Problem Using Time Series Dataset, laying a strong foundation in quantitative modeling and time series analysis. He pursued his postgraduate studies at the University of Port Harcourt, earning a Master of Science in Statistics. His master’s thesis investigated the Effects of Maternal Education, Weight, and Age on Child Birth Weight in Nigeria, reflecting an early focus on public health data analysis.

Professional Endeavors

Mr. Bartholomew’s career reflects a dynamic mix of academic, research, and industry experience. He currently serves as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Statistics at FUTO, where he plays an active role in teaching, supervising projects, and supporting graduate seminars. He also holds the position of Facilitator and Trainer at the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards (CESPESS), where he imparts practical statistical training for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Earlier, he worked as a Graduate Assistant in the same department, where he was instrumental in curriculum development, statistical consulting, and creating course materials in R and Python. In the corporate sector, Mr. Bartholomew served as a Management Information Systems Analyst at Leadway Assurance Company, contributing to data visualization, Power BI dashboard creation, and business intelligence reporting.

Contributions and Research Focus

Mr. Bartholomew’s research interests intersect statistical modeling, data science, machine learning, environmental statistics, engineering applications, and public health analytics. His published works showcase applications of wavelet transforms, Bayesian inference, experimental design, and artificial intelligence in solving contemporary issues in finance, community health, and engineering. His publications span high-impact journals including Annals of Data Science, Earth Science Informatics, and the CBN Journal of Applied Statistics.

Impact and Influence

Mr. Bartholomew’s influence is evident through his cross-disciplinary collaborations, involvement in international conferences, and active membership in professional bodies such as the Professional Statisticians’ Society of Nigeria and Data Science Network, Nigeria. His commitment to data-driven decision-making and capacity building is shaping the next generation of statistical and data science professionals in Nigeria. He also contributes to administrative and strategic planning roles at FUTO, enhancing both departmental and institutional functions.

Academic Citations

Mr. Bartholomew’s research output is indexed on Google Scholar, ResearchGate, SCOPUS, and Web of Science, providing global access to his work. His publications are increasingly cited in areas like applied statistics, machine learning, and environmental health, marking his growing reputation within the academic and professional data science community.

Technical Skills

Mr. Bartholomew possesses advanced technical competencies in R, Python, Power BI, and QlikView, with hands-on experience in data visualization, machine learning modeling, and multivariate analysis. His ability to integrate statistical knowledge with modern tools equips him to manage complex datasets and generate actionable insights. He also holds certifications in web programming, environmental standards, and data science from global platforms like DataCamp and institutions like HIIT Nigeria.

Teaching Experience

His teaching portfolio includes a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate statistics courses, such as Descriptive Statistics, Probability Theory, Statistical Inference, Biostatistics, Experimental Design, Multivariate Methods, and Bayesian Inference. He has also developed and led modules in R programming, data cleaning, and survey analysis, often merging theoretical knowledge with real-world applications.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Mr. Bartholomew has taken up several leadership roles including serving as the President of the 2015 Alumni Association, Timetable Officer, and Website Desk Officer for the Department of Statistics at FUTO. He is deeply involved in mentoring students, shaping academic policy, and enhancing technological integration within the university. His recent recognition for the Best Research Publication in 2024 highlights his dedication to excellence in scholarly communication. With a clear vision for advancing evidence-based policymaking through data, Mr. Bartholomew is poised to contribute significantly to both national and international research landscapes.

Publication

Optimizing Nigerian Bank Lending Systems: The Power of Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) in Denoising and Regression Analysis

Authors: C. J. Ogbonna, C. J. Ohabuka, D. C. Bartholomew, K. E. Anyiam, I. Adamu
Journal: Annals of Data Science
Year: 2025


Modeling the Geotechnical Properties of Small Soil Samples of Oil Polluted Soil: The Power of Supervised Machine Learning Models

Authors: A. N. Nwachukwu, D. C. Bartholomew
Journal: Soil and Sediment Contamination
Year: 2024


Intervention Analysis of COVID-19 Vaccination in Nigeria: The Naive Solution Versus Interrupted Time Series

Authors: Desmond Chekwube Bartholomew, Chrysogonus Chinagorom Nwaigwe, Ukamaka Cynthia Orumie, Godwin Onyeka Nwafor
Journal: Annals of Data Science
Year: 2024


A Monte Carlo Simulation Comparison of Methods of Detecting Outliers in Time Series Data

Authors: Desmond C. Bartholomew
Journal: Journal of Statistics Applications & Probability
Year: 2022


Classical and Machine Learning Modeling of Crude Oil Production in Nigeria: Identification of an Eminent Model for Application

Authors: C. P. Obite, A. Chukwu, D. C. Bartholomew, U. I. Nwosu, G. E. Esiaba
Journal: Energy Reports
Year: 2021

Ankita Debnath | Healthcare Data Analysis | Young Scientist Award

Ms. Ankita Debnath | Healthcare Data Analysis | Young Scientist Award

ILS Nursing Institute | India

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CURRENT POSITION

Ms. Ankita Debnath is currently working as a Full-Time Assistant Professor at the ILS Nursing Institute, Agartala, Tripura, a position she has held since 22nd April 2019. Alongside her academic role, she is pursuing a Part-Time Ph.D. in Nursing from Desh Bhagat University, Punjab, which she commenced in 2020 and is expected to submit her thesis within the next two months.

SUMMARY

Ms. Debnath is a dedicated and ambitious nursing professional with over six years of teaching experience and a strong clinical background. She possesses excellent communication skills, leadership qualities, and a strong commitment to continuous learning and academic development. She has contributed significantly to academic research, student mentoring, and clinical training, and has been actively involved in scientific publications and national/international conferences.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ms. Debnath holds a Master of Science in Medical-Surgical Nursing with Distinction (79.41%) from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, completed in 2018. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Gauhati University in 2014, securing 65.53%. Her earlier education includes a Higher Secondary qualification from TBSE in 2009 (66%) and Madhyamik from TBSE in 2007 (84.5%). She is currently a Ph.D. Research Scholar (Part-Time) at Desh Bhagat University, Punjab (2020 batch).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Ms. Debnath began her clinical career as a Staff Nurse at Mahanam Seva Sadan Nursing Home, Tripura, in 2014, followed by a tenure at the BM Birla Heart Research Centre, Kolkata, in the High Dependency Unit (HDU) from 2015 to 2016. She transitioned to academics in 2019 at ILS Nursing Institute, where she has been serving as an Assistant Professor and SNA Unit Advisor for over six years.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Her primary research interests include postoperative care, complementary therapies, pain management, quality of life in cancer patients, and nursing education interventions. Her M.Sc. dissertation focused on the “Effectiveness of supportive educational intervention on pain and physical function among patients undergone abdominal surgery“, and her Ph.D. research aligns with similar themes in clinical nursing.

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

Ms. Debnath has co-authored three peer-reviewed journal articles, including a recent publication in the Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics (2025) and the Journal of Cancer Biology (2025). One of her key publications, focusing on supportive educational intervention in abdominal surgery patients, has been accepted in the International Journal of Caring Sciences. Her work reflects a strong inclination toward evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.

PUBLICATION

Effectiveness of a supportive educational intervention on pain and physical function among patients undergone abdominal surgery: A randomized controlled trial

Author(s): Venkatesan Balu, Sukanta Nath, Ankita Debnath

Journal: International Journal of Caring Sciences

Year: 2025 (Accepted)

 Effectiveness of comprehensive nursing intervention on alleviating postoperative fatigue and anxiety in patients with oral cancer

Author(s): Sukanta Nath, K. Falwaria, S. Debbarma, M. Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath

Journal: Journal of Cancer Biology

Year: 2025

Molecular epidemiology and genotype distribution of genital high-risk human papillomavirus among women in North–East India

Author(s): Jayanta Ray, Jaharlal Baidya, Dhruba P Paul, Gautam Majumdar, Shiromani Debbarma, Atanu Sarkar, Manidipa Chakma, Manash P Barman, Matrujyoti Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath, Sukanta Nath

Journal: Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics

Year: 2025

 A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Nursing Interventions on Anxiety among Postoperative Oral Cancer Patients Admitted in Regional Cancer Centre, Tripura, India

Author(s): Sukanta Nath, Matrujyoti Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath

Journal: Journal of Healthcare Nursing Research

Year: 2025

Importance of Nursing Intervention in Alleviating Post-Surgical Fatigue for Patients with Oral Cancer

Author(s): Sukanta Nath, Matrujyoti Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath

Journal: Journal of Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice and Research

Year: 2025

Meriem Elbouhali | Blockchain | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Meriem Elbouhali | Blockchain | Best Researcher Award

ESLSCA Paris Business School, CERFIM | France

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Meriem El Bouhali is a distinguished scholar in the field of digital marketing and business-to-business (B2B) research. Her academic journey reflects a consistent trajectory of excellence and depth in management sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Management Sciences (Digital Marketing) from Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas, earned in December 2020. Her doctoral thesis, titled “Convertir les visiteurs du site web en clients : comment la qualité du site web de fournisseur influence la confiance et l’intention de sélection dans un contexte de sourcing ?”, was awarded with “Mention très honorable avec les félicitations à l’unanimité”, a prestigious distinction reflecting both the academic quality and practical relevance of her research. Her thesis received the University Thesis Prize of Paris 2, emphasizing its contribution to the field.

Her academic foundations are equally solid. Dr. El Bouhali completed a Master 2 in Management Sciences (Organizational Management) at Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas in 2013 and a Master 1 in Economics and Management at Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne in 2012. She also completed the EDEN Doctoral Seminar on Advances in B2B Marketing at the Turku School of Economics in Finland in 2019, further reinforcing her international research exposure.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. El Bouhali currently serves as an Associate Professor and Program Director at ESLSCA Business School Paris, where she leads the MBA in Digital Marketing and Innovation. Her responsibilities span from academic course design and delivery to program coordination and student mentorship. She is involved in the strategic development of curricula, pedagogical innovation, partnership building, and international academic initiatives.

Her professional academic experience includes roles as an adjunct faculty member at the Faculté Libre de Droit, d’Économie et de Gestion (2016–2021), a contractual professor at Université de Picardie Jules Verne (2018–2019), and an ATER (Attachée Temporaire d’Enseignement et de Recherche) at Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas (2014–2016). Across these positions, she has taught a wide range of subjects, including digital marketing, B2B marketing, service marketing, international negotiation, customer loyalty, and research methodology.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. El Bouhali’s research is rooted in the digital transformation of B2B marketing, with a specific interest in how website quality, digital trust, and online partner selection influence business relationships. Her published work includes studies on blockchain adoption in auditing, internal branding and social media performance, and sustainable business models in the financial services sector.

Her doctoral and postdoctoral work investigates the intersection between digital interface quality and supplier selection, using both qualitative and quantitative methods. Her approach blends theory with practical application, providing insight into how organizations can improve digital presence to build trust and enhance buyer engagement.

Impact and Influence

Through her research and teaching, Dr. El Bouhali has made significant contributions to both academia and industry. Her work on digital trust in sourcing contexts and social media capabilities has been cited and discussed in academic conferences and peer-reviewed journals. She has participated in high-level conferences such as the EMAC Annual Conference, the Association Française du Marketing, and the International Marketing Trends Conference. Her research is shaping modern marketing discourse, particularly in the context of sustainability, customer relationship management, and technological innovation.

Academic Citations and Publications

Dr. El Bouhali’s peer-reviewed articles and academic collaborations reflect her influence in the field. Key publications include:

  • “Blockchain Technology Adoption Intention among the Big Four Audit Firms” (The British Accounting Review, 2025)

  • “Les capacités dans le domaine des médias sociaux, déterminants de la performance salariée” (Gestion2000, 2024)

  • “Vers un business model durable: une étude de cas d’un groupe de services financiers” (Droit et Patrimoine, 2023)

  • “Choix du fournisseur à l’ère du digital” (Cahiers de recherche FACO, 2019)

She also has multiple articles under review or submitted to reputable journals, including Technovation, Studies in Higher Education, and Research in International Business and Finance.

Technical Skills

Dr. El Bouhali is proficient in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, using tools such as SPSS, SMART PLS, and QDA Miner. She is also adept with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite and delivers distance education via platforms like Zoom, Teams, and Discord. Her teaching approach incorporates active learning, including flipped classrooms and problem-based learning strategies.

Teaching Experience

Her teaching expertise covers both undergraduate and graduate levels, including Bachelor’s, MBA, and Master’s programs. She has taught a broad spectrum of courses in marketing, including digital marketing, customer loyalty, strategic marketing, and CSR. Her teaching style emphasizes critical thinking, real-world application, and interactive methodologies.

She has also played an active role in supervising master’s theses, coordinating program accreditations (RNCP), and organizing student workshops, conferences, and international study tours. She is involved in faculty development and supports student engagement initiatives.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. El Bouhali’s academic legacy is defined by her commitment to bridging the gap between theory and practice, especially in the fast-evolving domains of digital marketing and sustainable innovation. Looking ahead, she plans to continue researching how digital transformation impacts buyer–supplier dynamics, with a focus on AI integration, B2B trust models, and sustainable customer engagement.

Her role in shaping future marketing professionals is not limited to teaching—she actively designs programs that are industry-relevant, research-driven, and pedagogically progressive. As a member of the CERFIM and LARGEPA research labs, she is well-positioned to influence future debates on responsible marketing and technological change.

Publications

Blockchain technology adoption intention among the Big Four audit firms, 2025

 

Najla Bouebdallah | Blockchain | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Najla Bouebdallah | Blockchain | Best Researcher Award

Excelia Business School | France

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Najla Bouebdallah’s academic journey is marked by exceptional excellence and dedication to the field of management sciences and accounting. Born and educated in Tunisia, she began her scholarly path with a Baccalauréat in Mathematics (2007), graduating with Mention Très Bien. She pursued a Bachelor’s in Management Sciences with a specialization in Accounting at ISG Tunisia, where she again ranked at the top of her class in 2010. Her passion for academia led her to complete a Master’s in Accounting and Financial Methods in 2013 at FSEG Tunisia, where she graduated with the highest distinction and was recognized as the major of her promotion.

Driven by a growing interest in understanding the strategic value of knowledge within organizations, Dr. Bouebdallah earned her Ph.D. in Management Sciences in 2019 from the GRANEM research laboratory (IAE Angers) and IHEC Carthage. Her doctoral thesis, “The Impact of Intellectual Capital on Business Performance: Case of the BRICS Countries,” was supervised by prominent scholars including Prof. Lionel Escaffre and Prof. Salma Damak Ayedi, reflecting her early focus on intangible assets and performance analytics in emerging economies.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Bouebdallah’s professional career spans across academia, research, and international collaboration. She is currently a Research Engineer at Excelia Business School Paris and a Lecturer at EM Normandie, where she brings a blend of academic theory and applied finance into the classroom. Her earlier teaching roles include appointments at Université Paris 10 Nanterre, IAE Gustave Eiffel Créteil, Université Lille 1, and several prestigious business schools such as ESLSCA, ISG, and EDC Paris.

Over the years, she has developed and taught a broad portfolio of courses ranging from financial accounting, IFRS, audit, and consolidation, to management control, taxation, and research methodology at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including MBA programs. Her pedagogy is complemented by a strong commitment to mentorship and research supervision, supporting students in thesis writing, applied research, and professional project development.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Bouebdallah’s research is at the intersection of accounting, sustainability, and digital transformation. She has authored and co-authored numerous papers on topics such as intellectual capital, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) adoption, blockchain technology in auditing, and generative AI in finance and education.

Her upcoming publication in the Asian Review of Accounting (2025) titled “Factors Determining Big Four Auditors’ Intentions to Use Blockchain Technology: A Mixed Approach” demonstrates her pioneering work in exploring how emerging technologies reshape the auditing landscape. Additionally, she has contributed to the British Accounting Review, Financial Innovations, and is preparing chapters for an academic book titled “Innovating Finance for a Sustainable Future” (World Scientific).

Current research projects include:

  • Adoption of Generative AI in Banking and Education

  • Supply Chain Resilience – A Bibliometric Analysis

  • AI, Machine Learning, and Big Data in Trading Systems

🏅 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Bouebdallah’s academic and research excellence has been consistently recognized. She has:

  • Graduated as Top of her Class in both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

  • Served as an Elected Member of the GRANEM Research Council (2016–2019).

  • Participated in the Scientific Committee of the 41st AFC (Association Francophone de Comptabilité) Congress in Angers.

  • Received multiple international seminar invitations in Brussels, Madrid, Dubai, and online for executive Micro-MBA modules on cost analysis, performance leadership, and financial strategy.

Her role as a peer reviewer for journals such as Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting, African Development Review, and Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment further highlights her academic credibility and engagement with global research networks.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Bouebdallah is widely respected for her interdisciplinary insight, combining accounting fundamentals with emerging technological tools. Her work has influenced both academic communities and professional circles, especially in understanding how technologies like blockchain and AI affect corporate governance, audit practices, and sustainability reporting. She actively contributes to international conferences and collaborative research networks, particularly within the Francophone academic world and the Middle East–North Africa (MENA) region.

Her teachings and research are grounded in real-world relevance, equipping students and professionals to meet the challenges of digital transformation and sustainable finance.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Bouebdallah aims to further explore the interface between ethical governance, digital innovation, and financial accountability. She envisions developing cross-disciplinary curricula, producing high-impact research, and influencing policy and practice in how financial systems adapt to sustainability challenges and technological disruptions. With her ongoing work on AI in education, blockchain-enabled auditing, and ESG data integration, she is poised to shape the next generation of responsible, tech-savvy financial leaders.

Through her dedication to academic rigor, innovative research, and global collaboration, Dr. Najla Bouebdallah continues to build a legacy that bridges tradition with innovation in the fields of accounting, auditing, and responsible finance. 🌟

Publications

Blockchain technology adoption intention among the Big Four audit firms, 2025

 

Ankita Debnath | Healthcare Data Analysis | Women Researcher Award

Ms. Ankita Debnath | Healthcare Data Analysis | Women Researcher Award

ILS Nursing Institute | India

AUTHOR  PROFILE

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CURRENT POSITION

Ms. Ankita Debnath is currently working as a Full-Time Assistant Professor at the ILS Nursing Institute, Agartala, Tripura, a position she has held since 22nd April 2019. Alongside her academic role, she is pursuing a Part-Time Ph.D. in Nursing from Desh Bhagat University, Punjab, which she commenced in 2020 and is expected to submit her thesis within the next two months.

SUMMARY

Ms. Debnath is a dedicated and ambitious nursing professional with over six years of teaching experience and a strong clinical background. She possesses excellent communication skills, leadership qualities, and a strong commitment to continuous learning and academic development. She has contributed significantly to academic research, student mentoring, and clinical training, and has been actively involved in scientific publications and national/international conferences.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ms. Debnath holds a Master of Science in Medical-Surgical Nursing with Distinction (79.41%) from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, completed in 2018. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Gauhati University in 2014, securing 65.53%. Her earlier education includes a Higher Secondary qualification from TBSE in 2009 (66%) and Madhyamik from TBSE in 2007 (84.5%). She is currently a Ph.D. Research Scholar (Part-Time) at Desh Bhagat University, Punjab (2020 batch).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Ms. Debnath began her clinical career as a Staff Nurse at Mahanam Seva Sadan Nursing Home, Tripura, in 2014, followed by a tenure at the BM Birla Heart Research Centre, Kolkata, in the High Dependency Unit (HDU) from 2015 to 2016. She transitioned to academics in 2019 at ILS Nursing Institute, where she has been serving as an Assistant Professor and SNA Unit Advisor for over six years.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Her primary research interests include postoperative care, complementary therapies, pain management, quality of life in cancer patients, and nursing education interventions. Her M.Sc. dissertation focused on the “Effectiveness of supportive educational intervention on pain and physical function among patients undergone abdominal surgery“, and her Ph.D. research aligns with similar themes in clinical nursing.

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

Ms. Debnath has co-authored three peer-reviewed journal articles, including a recent publication in the Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics (2025) and the Journal of Cancer Biology (2025). One of her key publications, focusing on supportive educational intervention in abdominal surgery patients, has been accepted in the International Journal of Caring Sciences. Her work reflects a strong inclination toward evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.

PUBLICATION

Effectiveness of a supportive educational intervention on pain and physical function among patients undergone abdominal surgery: A randomized controlled trial

Author(s): Venkatesan Balu, Sukanta Nath, Ankita Debnath

Journal: International Journal of Caring Sciences

Year: 2025 (Accepted)

 Effectiveness of comprehensive nursing intervention on alleviating postoperative fatigue and anxiety in patients with oral cancer

Author(s): Sukanta Nath, K. Falwaria, S. Debbarma, M. Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath

Journal: Journal of Cancer Biology

Year: 2025

Molecular epidemiology and genotype distribution of genital high-risk human papillomavirus among women in North–East India

Author(s): Jayanta Ray, Jaharlal Baidya, Dhruba P Paul, Gautam Majumdar, Shiromani Debbarma, Atanu Sarkar, Manidipa Chakma, Manash P Barman, Matrujyoti Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath, Sukanta Nath

Journal: Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics

Year: 2025

 A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Nursing Interventions on Anxiety among Postoperative Oral Cancer Patients Admitted in Regional Cancer Centre, Tripura, India

Author(s): Sukanta Nath, Matrujyoti Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath

Journal: Journal of Healthcare Nursing Research

Year: 2025

Importance of Nursing Intervention in Alleviating Post-Surgical Fatigue for Patients with Oral Cancer

Author(s): Sukanta Nath, Matrujyoti Pattnaik, Ankita Debnath

Journal: Journal of Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice and Research

Year: 2025