Sayed Abdul Majid Gilani | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sayed Abdul Majid Gilani | Machine Learning and AI Applications | Best Researcher Award

Birmingham City University | United Kingdom

Dr. Sayed Abdul Majid Gilani is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in Business Management at Birmingham City University, United Kingdom, with extensive academic and professional experience spanning the UK, UAE, and beyond. With more than nine years of teaching, research, and leadership roles in higher education, he has established himself as a scholar-practitioner dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship, leadership, strategy, and innovation studies. His contributions extend across academic leadership, programme development, international collaborations, and impactful research in sustainable business practices, digital transformation, and entrepreneurship ecosystems.

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Education

Dr. Gilani holds a Ph.D. in Rural Entrepreneurship and Technology from Glasgow Caledonian University, where his doctoral research focused on the drivers and barriers of broadband adoption among food and drink micro-businesses in remote-rural Scotland. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Education (EdD) at the University of Glasgow, enhancing his expertise in educational innovation and leadership. His academic journey also includes an MSc in Corporate Strategy and Finance from Edinburgh Napier University, where he graduated with distinction and earned a best dissertation award, and a BSc (Hons) in Mathematics from Heriot Watt University. Additionally, he has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Research (PGCR), a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE), and holds a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification, reflecting his strong foundation in pedagogy and research methodologies.

Experience

Over his career, Dr. Gilani has held prominent teaching and leadership positions at leading institutions including Birmingham City University, Canadian University Dubai, De Montfort University Dubai, Westford University College, Aston Business School, Heriot-Watt University, Glasgow Caledonian University, and the University of Glasgow. He has successfully led undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes, including serving as Programme Leader for the BA Business Management course, DBA supervisor, and PhD coordinator. His leadership experience also extends beyond academia, where he has managed international partnerships, directed faculty teams, and mentored junior academics toward achieving professional fellowships and research success. His professional roles have also included founding and managing enterprises, which provides him with a practical perspective that enriches his teaching and research in entrepreneurship and innovation.

Research Interests

Dr. Gilani’s research lies at the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation, rural development, and digital transformation. He is particularly interested in the role of technology adoption—especially broadband and machine learning—in supporting rural businesses and micro-enterprises. His studies explore sustainable leadership, the impact of digitalisation on small business ecosystems, gender in management, and strategic innovation in both developed and developing economies. He has authored more than 60 publications, including 19 Scopus-indexed papers, book chapters, and case studies. His work has been published in high-ranking journals such as Sustainability, Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Discover Sustainability, and Industry and Higher Education. In addition, his editorial and peer-review contributions to leading journals further strengthen his standing as an engaged scholar in business and management studies.

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Gilani’s scholarly contributions have earned him recognition at international conferences, where he has received best paper awards, delivered keynote addresses, and contributed to global discussions on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. He has been formally recognised as a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), a Chartered Manager of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), and a Certified Management and Business Educator (CMBE). These achievements highlight his commitment to academic excellence, leadership in education, and impactful research. His innovative work has also led to collaborations with industry partners, fostering university-industry linkages and providing students opportunities to transform their ideas into practice.

Publications

Kenji, I., Gilani, S.A., Tantry, A., Khan, F., Mulla, T., Askri, S., Handhi, S., & Armosh, F. (2025). An investigation into the effects of Dundee’s cultural and economic revitalization on independent food enterprises. In [Book Title] (pp. xx–xx).

Gilani, S.A.M., Gernal, L., Sergio, R., Tantry, A., Duncan, P., & Smith, A. (2025). Exploring broadband adoption amongst rural businesses: A review of the literature.  (pp. xx–xx).

Gilani, S.A.M., Hashim, M.A.M., Copacio, A., Sergio, R., Tlemsani, I., & Tantry, A. (2025). The impact of COVID-19 on the diffusion of machine learning amongst rural farms: A study of Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates. Sustainable Futures, 7, 101291.

Gilani, S.A.M., Tantry, A., Kenji, I., Li, X., & Gilani, A. (2025). A journey into BJJ 24/7’s success in the United Kingdom. In [Book Title] (pp. xx–xx). IGI Global.

Gilani, S.A.M., Tantry, A., Tiemo, H.T., Gilani, A., & Dos Santos, L.J.M. (2025). Grappling with societal norms in Pakistan. In [Book Title] (pp. xx–xx). IGI Global.

Joshi, A., Askri, S., Tantry, A., Gilani, S.A.M., Armosh, F., Peel, R., Tiemo, T.H., & Iqbal, N. (2025). Advancing the digital economy. In [Book Title] (pp. xx–xx). IGI Global.

Conclusion

Dr. Sayed Abdul Majid Gilani embodies the qualities of a dynamic academic leader, researcher, and educator with a global outlook. His career reflects a unique blend of scholarly depth, pedagogical excellence, and practical business experience, which together contribute to shaping the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs. His work continues to bridge academia and industry, while his contributions to research and teaching reinforce his role as a key voice in the fields of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable business management.

Manit Shah | Risk-informed performance-based approach | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Manit Shah | Risk-informed performance-based approach | Best Researcher Award

Oak Ridge National Laboratory | United States

Manit Shah is a nuclear engineer and research scientist specializing in radiation detection, nuclear safeguards, and advanced reactor technologies. With significant experience across leading research institutions and regulatory agencies, his career spans critical domains such as nuclear security, reactor safety, material control and accounting, and chemical security. He currently serves at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, leading multi-disciplinary teams and serving as a Principal Investigator on several U.S. Department of Energy and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) initiatives. Manit has contributed extensively to the development of safeguards methodologies, verification tools, and policy-relevant assessments, making impactful contributions to global nuclear security and reactor safety.

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Education

Manit Shah holds a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering from Texas A&M University, where his dissertation focused on the development of novel radiation detectors using integrated circuits. His work included simulation analyses with MCNP(X) and GEANT4 to optimize detector designs for a broad spectrum of radiological particles. Prior to this, he earned his M.Tech. in Nuclear Engineering from Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University, where his thesis dealt with fault detection and fault-tolerant controller design for nuclear steam generators using MATLAB. He began his academic journey with a B.E. in Electronics Engineering from the University of Mumbai, where he contributed to industrial retrofit projects that enhanced machine performance in manufacturing environments.

Experience

Currently, Manit Shah is employed as a Verification Technologies Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. In this capacity, he leads U.S. and international projects on nuclear safeguards, microreactor security, and advanced reactor designs. He spearheads initiatives related to nondestructive verification tools, conversion time assessments, seal verification systems, and design information evaluations for next-generation nuclear reactors. Additionally, he has held the role of Specialist at the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, where he performed safety reviews for CANDUs and small modular reactors (SMRs) and contributed to emergency response exercises and compliance verification activities.

Previously, he worked as a Research Scientist at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, focusing on reactor safety modeling and remote monitoring systems for SMRs in remote areas. As a faculty member at Virginia Commonwealth University, he delivered lectures and led workshops in nuclear security and nonproliferation, while also generating research grants in nuclear safeguards and chemical security. His early career also includes roles at Tetra Tech HEI and Texas A&M University, where he contributed to transit matching improvements under international nuclear safeguards and radiological emergency response training exercises.

Research Interests

Manit’s research interests span a wide range of topics within nuclear engineering and security. His core focus areas include reactor safety analysis, safeguards technology, radiation detection, molten salt reactor holdup assessments, and microreactor sabotage scenario modeling. He is also interested in advancing tools and strategies for physical protection systems, emergency response planning, and unattended monitoring systems for isolated or remote nuclear facilities. His innovative modeling efforts have provided valuable insights into safeguards approach development and radiological consequence assessments, using platforms like MELCOR, MAAP-CANDU, and FATE.

Awards

Over the years, Manit Shah has received multiple awards in recognition of his innovative contributions and dedication to advancing nuclear science. Notable among them is the Early Career Award presented at the Institute of Nuclear Materials Management (INMM) Annual Meeting in 2024. He also received best student paper awards from both the Education and Training and the Nonproliferation and Arms Control Divisions of INMM. Throughout his academic career, he secured multiple student travel grants from Texas A&M University and the Health Physics Society to attend leading conferences and workshops. Additionally, he received an educational grant from the J. R. D. Tata Trust earlier in his career.

Publications

Fault Tolerant Control in a Nuclear Steam Generator

  • Authors: Shah, M.D.; Detroja, K.; Parikh, N.

  • Journal/Source: SSRN

  • Year: 2025

Capacity Expansion Analysis of Small Modular Reactors

  • Authors: Shah, M.D.; Westphal, G.; Williams, W.C.; Grappone, J.M.; Signorotti, M.; Cameron-Smith, P.; Watson, J.P.

  • Journal/Source: Transactions of the American Nuclear Society

  • Year: 2024

Fault Tolerant Control in a Nuclear Steam Generator (duplicate with different year)

  • Authors: Shah, M.D.; Detroja, K.; Parikh, N.

  • Journal/Source: SSRN

  • Year: 2024

Assessment of Filtered Containment Venting Strategies for Mitigating Severe Accident Consequences at a Generic Single-Unit CANDU

  • Authors: Shah, M.D.; Morreale, A.C.; Lebel, L.S.

  • Journal/Source: Journal of Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Science

  • Year: 2023

Sensitivity Analysis of Severe Accident Calculations for the Estimation of CANDU-Specific OILs

  • Authors: Morreale, A.C.; Shah, M.D.; Lebel, L.S.; Brown, M.J.

  • Journal/Source: Annals of Nuclear Energy

  • Year: 2023

Conclusion

Manit Shah is a dedicated nuclear engineer whose multidisciplinary expertise bridges the gap between technical innovation and policy implementation in the nuclear sector. With a strong academic foundation, practical regulatory experience, and a passion for teaching and mentorship, he continues to play a critical role in shaping the future of nuclear safety, safeguards, and security. His work has influenced domestic and international approaches to advanced nuclear reactor deployment, material control strategies, and emergency preparedness. As both a leader and contributor in key technical and policy-driven projects, he exemplifies the qualities of a forward-thinking researcher committed to global nuclear nonproliferation and safety.