Rashed Nawaz | Public health | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Rashed Nawaz | Public health | Best Researcher Award

Luohe Medical College | China

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👤 Summary

I am Rashed Nawaz, a motivated academic and researcher with a PhD in Public Policy and Administration from Xi’an Jiaotong University, China. With over 10 years of experience in research and teaching, I specialize in health policy, public administration, and human resource management. I have published extensively in top-tier SSCI journals and am passionate about contributing to academic excellence and policy research globally.

🎓 Education

I earned my PhD from Xi’an Jiaotong University (2018–2023), focusing on health human resources and maternal-child healthcare outcomes. Before that, I completed an MS in Management Sciences from Hazara University, Pakistan, and a BBA (Honors) in Finance from the same university. I also hold a Higher Secondary Certificate in Pre-Engineering from BISE Pakistan.

💼 Professional Experience

Currently, I am a Research Associate at Luohe Medical College, Henan, China. Previously, I worked as a Lecturer at the Hope Institute of Science and Technology, Pakistan, and as a Visiting Lecturer at Hazara University. My roles included teaching, research, and administrative duties, contributing to the academic development of students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

📚 Teaching Experience

I have taught courses such as Human Resource Management, Business Research Methods, Strategic Management, Financial Management, and Entrepreneurship. My teaching experience spans bachelor’s and master’s programs, where I have guided students in both theoretical concepts and practical applications.

🔬 Research Interests

My research focuses on public policy, health equity, health human resources, and innovation management. I have a particular interest in maternal and child health outcomes, health system performance, and socioeconomic inequalities in healthcare access.

🛠️ Technical Skills

I am proficient in statistical software including SPSS, AMOS, and Smart-PLS, and have strong skills in MS Office tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. I am fluent in English and Urdu, with intermediate proficiency in Chinese (HSK Level III).

📄 Academic Publications & Citations

I have authored and co-authored over 25 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact SSCI journals including PLoS ONE, BMC Public Health, and Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition. My publications address key issues in health policy, healthcare workforce distribution, and public health outcomes in Pakistan and China.

📖Publications

Association of Health Human Resources Distribution and Neonatal Mortality: The Mediating Role of Maternal and Child Healthcare Services

Authors: Rashed Nawaz, Zhou Z., Shaoqing G., Khalid N.
Journal: Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition
Year: 2025 (Accepted on June 3, 2025)

 Association between Antenatal Care Visits and Under-Five Mortality: An Analysis of the Pakistan Demographic and Health Surveys

Authors: Nawaz R., Khalid N., Zhou Z.
Journal: PLoS ONE
Year: 2025 (Accepted on January 2025)

Effect of Human Resources for Health Distribution to Improve Maternal and Child Healthcare Outcomes in the Public Healthcare System of Pakistan

Authors: Rashed Nawaz, Zhou Z., Khalid N.
Journal: BMC Public Health
Year: Under Review (Revision Submitted February 2025)

Association of Health Human Resources Distribution and Under-Five Mortality Based on the Context of Environmental Hygiene

Authors: Nawaz R., Zhou Z., Khalid N.
Journal: Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Year: Under Review (Revision Received March 2025)

Trends in Socioeconomic Inequalities in the Prevalence of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases in China: Evidence from Shaanxi Province During 2003–2013

Authors: Wang D., Nawaz R., Fan X., Shen C., Lai S., Zhou Z., Gao J.
Journal: Healthcare (MDPI)
Year: 2025 (Published January 2025, Vol. 13, No. 2, p.178)

Hyun Kyung Kim | Population Economics | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Hyun Kyung Kim | Population Economics | Best Researcher Award

Chungbuk National University | South Korea

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🧑‍🏫 Current Position

Since September 2024, Dr. Hyun Kyung Kim has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, South Korea. In this role, she is involved in teaching, research, and scholarly publication, with a focus on applied microeconomics, population economics, and public finance. Her work is especially centered on demographic challenges such as low fertility, population aging, and intergenerational equity.

🧾 Summary

Dr. Kim is a highly accomplished economist with dual Ph.D. degrees in Economics and Management Engineering. Her career integrates over 14 years of experience in both government research and academic institutions. She specializes in empirical economic research, focusing on labor markets, statistical systems, and policy modeling. Her expertise lies in translating complex data into policy-relevant insights, making her a valuable asset in both academic and public policy domains.

🎓 Education & Experience

Dr. Kim earned her Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa in 2023 with a GPA of 3.95/4.0, receiving multiple top honors. She also holds a Ph.D. in Management Engineering (2010) and a B.Sc. in Management Engineering (2003) from KAIST, South Korea. From 2010 to 2024, she worked as a Deputy Director at the Statistical Research Institute of Statistics Korea, leading major projects on National Transfer Accounts (NTA), National Time Transfer Accounts (NTTA), and business statistics. Her earlier postdoctoral work at KAIST focused on financial market analysis and statistical modeling.

Suitability & Professional Development 📜

Dr. Kim’s interdisciplinary training and field experience make her highly suitable for advanced research and teaching roles. She serves as the Asia representative on the NTA Global Network’s Nominating Committee and is a core member of the National Transfer Accounts Global Network. She is also a permanent member of both the Korean Economic Association and the Korean Association of Public Finance. Her background demonstrates a strong commitment to professional development, global collaboration, and evidence-based policy research.

🔬 Research Focus

Her research spans Microeconomics, Labor Economics, Econometrics, and Population Economics, with special attention to intergenerational transfers, public finance, and socioeconomic impacts of demographic change. Notable ongoing projects include:

  • “Childbirth Grants, Maternal Migration, and Fertility in South Korea” (submitted to Population Research and Policy Review)

  • “Population Aging, Living Arrangements, and Income Inequality” (in collaboration with Sang-Hyop Lee and Andrew Mason)

  • “The Effect of Population Aging on Energy Consumption” using the NTA framework
    These works demonstrate her capacity to integrate quantitative modeling with policy analysis on critical demographic issues.

🏆 Honors & Awards

Dr. Kim’s achievements have been recognized through numerous awards, including:

  • TK Jayaraman and Family PrizeBest Graduating Ph.D. Student, University of Hawai‘i (2023)

  • Henry M.K. Mok & James Mak Scholarship Fund (2022)

  • Bernie Campbell Fellowship Fund (2022)

  • Seiji Naya First-Year Student Award (2021)
    She also received the Meritorious Service Award from the Ministry of Strategy and Finance for her work on national censuses and an Excellent Thesis Award from KAIST Business School. Additionally, she graduated with the second highest GPA in her undergraduate program and earned early recognition through awards like the Character Scholarship and Study Abroad Essay Prize.

📖Publications

Population aging, living arrangements, and inequality: The role of familial transfers in South Korea
  • Year: 2025

Tianbao Yu | Optoelectronics | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Tianbao Yu | Optoelectronics | Best Researcher Award

Nanchang University | China

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Prof. Dr. Tianbao Yu began his academic journey with a strong foundation in optics, earning his Ph.D. from the Department of Information Science and Electronic Engineering at Zhejiang University, China, in 2007. His formative years in one of China’s premier engineering institutions laid a robust groundwork for his future exploration in optical science and photonics. During this time, Dr. Yu cultivated a deep interest in light–matter interaction and imaging technologies, which would eventually shape his research trajectory.

🧑‍🏫 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Yu’s academic career took a significant leap in December 2013, when he was appointed as a Professor at the School of Physics and Materials Science, Nanchang University, China. Over the years, he has also served as a Ph.D. supervisor, mentoring a new generation of physicists and engineers. His dedication to both academic excellence and institutional development has made him a respected figure within the university and the broader academic community.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Prof. Yu’s research is primarily focused on nanophotonics and computational optical imaging. He has contributed extensively to the understanding and development of novel optical systems at the nanoscale, bridging the gap between theoretical modeling and real-world imaging applications. His work often intersects with interdisciplinary fields such as materials science, information optics, and nanoengineering, enhancing the applicability of his findings in modern technologies.

🌐 Impact and Influence

With over 140 journal papers to his name, Dr. Yu has established a formidable presence in the field of optics and photonics. His scholarly output reflects a consistent and meaningful contribution to advancing the frontiers of knowledge. His research has not only impacted academic theory but has also found practical relevance in areas such as biomedical imaging, sensors, and nano-fabrication technologies.

📚 Academic Citations

Dr. Yu’s publications have garnered significant attention and citations within the academic community, indicating the high relevance and credibility of his work. His citation metrics demonstrate sustained academic engagement and are a testament to his influence in shaping emerging discourse in nanophotonics and optical computation.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Prof. Yu possesses a broad spectrum of technical skills that enable him to lead cutting-edge research. These include computational modeling of optical systems, nano-optics simulation, advanced imaging algorithms, and micro/nanofabrication techniques. His interdisciplinary expertise allows him to tackle complex challenges and develop innovative solutions in optical science.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Beyond research, Dr. Yu is also a committed educator. At Nanchang University, he has taught a wide array of undergraduate and graduate courses in optics, photonics, and materials science. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge with hands-on research, thereby nurturing both critical thinking and technical acumen among his students.

🏅 Legacy and Future Contributions

Prof. Dr. Tianbao Yu’s legacy is deeply embedded in his dual commitment to research excellence and academic mentorship. He has played a crucial role in fostering a research-driven culture at Nanchang University and continues to inspire a new generation of physicists. Looking ahead, his work in nanophotonics and computational imaging promises to remain pivotal, especially in advancing next-generation technologies for biomedical imaging, artificial intelligence-integrated optics, and smart sensing platforms.

📚 Selected Publication

1. Optoelectronic generative adversarial networks
  • Authors: J. Qiu, Jumin; G. Lu, Ganqing; T. Liu, Tingting; S. Xiao, Shuyuan; T. Yu, Tianbao

  • Journal: Communications Physics

  • Year: 2025


2. Lateral Casimir force of rotating nanoparticle near Bi₂Se₃ plate
  • Authors: S. Liu, Shuqi; H. Shen, Hui; T. Wang, Tongbiao; T. Yu, Tianbao; Q. Liao, Qinghua

  • Journal: International Journal of Mechanical Sciences

  • Year: 2025


3. Giant enhancement of the transverse magneto-optical Kerr effect in etchless bismuth iron garnet empowered by quasi-bound states in the continuum
  • Authors: Q. Tang, Qin; D. Zhang, Dandan; S. Xiao, Shuyuan; Q. Liao, Qinghua; T. Yu, Tianbao

  • Journal: Applied Physics Letters

  • Year: 2025


4. Upconversion imaging through scattering media in noisy environments
  • Authors: H. Le, Haohong; J. Fang, Jiaqi; J. Lin, Jiayi; Q.G. Liu, Qiegeng Gen; T. Yu, Tianbao

  • Journal: Optics Letters

  • Year: 2025


5. Non-line-of-sight imaging with adaptive artifact cancellation
  • Authors: H. Zhou, Hongyuan; Z. Chen, Ziyang; J. Qiu, Jumin; Q.G. Liu, Qiegeng Gen; T. Yu, Tianbao

  • Journal: Optics and Laser Technology

  • Year: 2025