Muhammed Benli | Quantitative Social Science Research | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Muhammed Benli | Quantitative Social Science Research | Best Researcher Award

Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University | Turkey

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👨‍🏫 Summary

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammed Benli is a dedicated scholar in the fields of Development and International Economics. With a strong academic foundation built across Turkey and the United States, he focuses on global trade, economic development, and policy analysis. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University, he has guided numerous graduate students and actively contributes to both academic and administrative functions.

🎓 Education

Dr. Benli earned his Ph.D. in Economics from Suffolk University in 2016 with a dissertation titled “Essays on Development Economics and International Economics,” under the supervision of Prof. Jonathan Haughton. He holds a Master’s degree in Economic Policy from Boston University (2012), and dual Bachelor’s degrees in International Finance (2009) and Economics (2008) from Istanbul Bilgi University, both completed with full scholarships. He also completed an Associate Degree in Computer Programming through Atatürk University’s Open Education Faculty in 2022.

💼 Professional Experience

He began his academic career as a Research Assistant at Suffolk University and later joined Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University, where he has served as Research Assistant (2016–2017), Assistant Professor (2017–2020), and currently, Associate Professor (2020–Present) in the Department of Economics.

📚 Academic Supervision

Dr. Benli has supervised a wide range of graduate theses focusing on contemporary economic issues, including renewable energy and trade, export diversification, financial development, agricultural growth, and economic complexity in Turkey. As of 2025, he has successfully guided more than eight Master’s theses to completion.

🔬 Research Interests

His research primarily explores themes within Development Economics, International Trade, and Economic Growth. Specific interests include export diversification, financial and economic freedom, energy economics, and the role of economic complexity in development.

🖥️ Technical Skills

He is proficient in statistical and economic software including MATLAB, SPSS, and Stata. He has received formal training in MATLAB and participated in national workshops on Meta-Thematic Analysis. He is fluent in English and a native Turkish speaker.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Throughout his academic career, Dr. Benli has taught courses in International Economics, Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Economic Policy, and Global Trade. His teaching approach integrates theory with real-world applications, preparing students for advanced academic and policy-oriented work.

🏛️ Administrative Roles

He has served as a member of the Executive Board of the Continuing Education Application and Research Center at Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University since 2019, contributing to the university’s outreach and adult education programs.

🏅 Awards & Scholarships

Dr. Benli was awarded a prestigious government scholarship from the Turkish Ministry of National Education for his Master’s and Doctoral studies abroad in 2008. He has also received national certifications for his participation in MATLAB training and thematic research workshops.

📖Publications

  • Gelişmekte Olan Ülkelerde Enflasyon ve Yolsuzluk Dinamikleri: Yönetişim Kalitesinin Rolü

    • Authors: Necati Çiftçi, Muhammed Benli, Yakub Hiçkiran

    • Journal: Bandırma Onyedi Eylül Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Araştırmaları Dergisi

    • Year: 2025

  • Global dimensions of human freedom: a two-decade analysis using fuzzy set theory and TOPSIS analysis

    • Author: Muhammed Benli

    • Journal: Quality & Quantity

    • Year: 2025

  • A fuzzy approach to economic freedom performance

    • Authors: Muhammed Benli, Ahmet Çağlar

    • Journal: International Studies of Economics

    • Year: 2025

  • The Impact of Export Diversification on Economic Growth by Provinces in Türkiye

    • Authors: Muhammed Benli, Sümeyra Gültekin

    • Journal: Trends in Business and Economics

    • Year: 2025

  • Testing obesity Kuznets curve for Türkiye

    • Authors: Muhammed Benli, Y. Acar, S. Baş

    • Journal: Obesity Medicine

    • Year: 2024

 

Xiaolong Zhang | Intelliget Vehicle | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Xiaolong Zhang | Intelliget Vehicle | Best Researcher Award

Fuzhou University | China

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👨‍🏫 Summary

Dr. Xiaolong Zhang is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Fuzhou University, China. His expertise lies in artificial intelligence, robotics, and vehicle dynamics. He has authored over 20 academic papers and holds 26 patents, showcasing his strong contributions to intelligent systems and control technologies.

🎓 Education

He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, in 2021, focusing on advanced control and robotic systems.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Zhang has led and contributed to 8 research projects and 3 industry consultancy assignments. He is actively collaborating with Geely Auto on smart tire technologies, bridging the gap between academia and industry.

📈 Academic Citations & Publications

He has 20 publications in reputed SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, with a citation index of 12. He also holds one editorial appointment, reflecting his recognition in the academic community.

🛠️ Technical Skills

His core competencies include robot dynamic systems, motion planning, reinforcement learning, vehicle control algorithms, and AI-based autonomous navigation.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Dr. Zhang teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in robotics, control theory, and intelligent vehicle systems, and supervises student research in related domains.

🔬 Research Interests

His main interests revolve around artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and reinforcement learning, with a strong focus on real-time dynamic control and decision-making systems.

🚗 Key Contributions

He proposed a novel continuous lane-changing decision and planning method using hierarchical reinforcement learning (HRL). The approach separates high-level decision-making and low-level motion planning, using a coupled training strategy to ensure smooth speed and steering control, improving the convergence and performance of HRL in autonomous driving.

🤝 Memberships & Affiliations

He is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society (CMES).

📖Publications

A cascaded strategy-based hierarchical reinforcement learning algorithm for lane change decision-making
  • Year: 2025

 

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

Jinming Sha | Geospatial Intelligence | Excellence in Research

Mr. Jinming Sha | Geospatial Intelligence | Excellence in Research

Fujian Normal University | China

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Mr. Jinming Sha⚡🌍

👨‍🏫 Summary

Dr. Jinming Sha is a renowned researcher and academic specializing in remote sensing, GIS, and environmental monitoring. With extensive experience in rural development, landscape management, and the application of remote sensing technologies in natural resource management, he has contributed significantly to the field through both his research and teaching. His multidisciplinary expertise spans several continents, working with academic institutions in China, the USA, the Netherlands, the UK, and Canada.

🎓 Education

  • Post-doctoral Research in Remote Sensing for Agriculture, University of California, Davis, USA (2014)
  • Post-doctoral Research in Rural Development and Remote Sensing, ITC, University of Twente, Netherlands (2011)
  • Post-doctoral Research in Rural Development and Remote Sensing, Royal Holloway, University of London (2010)
  • Post-doctoral Research in Agricultural Remote Sensing, Agriculture Canada (2006)
  • Post-doctoral Research in Environmental Monitoring, Chengdu University of Technology (2004)
  • Ph.D. in Remote Sensing, Zhejiang University, China (2000)

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Sha has held prestigious post-doctoral research positions across multiple leading institutions worldwide, focusing on remote sensing applications in agriculture, rural development, environmental monitoring, and ecological assessments. His work spans continents, enriching both global and local understanding of these critical environmental issues.

📚 Academic Cites and Publications

Dr. Sha has authored numerous influential papers and a book titled Remote Sensing Theories and Applications (2017). Some notable publications include:

  • Farmland dynamics in Pingtan, China: Understanding its transition, landscape structure, and driving factors, Environmental Earth Sciences (2019)
  • Monitoring of beach litter by automatic interpretation of unmanned aerial vehicle images, Marine Pollution Bulletin (2018)
  • Geographically Weighted Regression Effects on Soil Zinc Content, Hyperspectral Modeling, Remote Sensing (2019)
  • Review of the Spatial Distribution of Heavy Metal Pollution in China, Journal of Health & Pollution (2018)

🔧 Technical Skills

Dr. Sha is proficient in advanced GIS and remote sensing techniques, with expertise in:

  • Remote sensing for agriculture, rural development, and environmental monitoring
  • GIS-based spatial analysis and environmental modeling
  • Use of advanced image classification and land cover change detection techniques
  • Application of machine learning algorithms and spatial statistics for ecological studies

🧑‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Dr. Sha teaches and mentors students at Fujian Normal University in the School of Geographical Sciences, specializing in remote sensing, GIS, and environmental management. He has guided numerous Ph.D. and master’s students in these fields, fostering the next generation of environmental scientists and researchers.

🌍 Research Interests ON Geospatial Intelligence 

Dr. Sha’s research interests include:

  • Remote Sensing and GIS: Focus on the application of spatial technologies for environmental monitoring and land use analysis
  • Rural Development and Landscape: Exploring the intersection of rural growth, landscape dynamics, and sustainable resource management
  • Environmental Evaluation and Monitoring: Assessing the health and quality of ecosystems through remote sensing techniques
  • Eco-environmental and Resource Management: Using GIS and remote sensing tools to address challenges in eco-environmental conservation and natural resource management

📚 Top Notes Publications

Article: An innovative approach to prioritizing soil conservation areas under diverse scenarios by leveraging the complementary roles of soil retention services and soil erosion indicators

Authors: E. Shifaw, J. Sha, X. Li, Z. Ji, Y. Yang
Journal: Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies
Year: 2025

Article: Does land use change decline the regional ecosystem health maintenance? Case study in subtropical coastal region, Fuzhou, China

Authors: Z. Fan, X. Li, C. Yang, S. Lai, J. Sha
Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
Year: 2025

Article: The effects of land cover transition and its patch mosaics on soil erosion using geospatial technology in South Wollo, Ethiopia

Authors: E. Shifaw, M.M. Assen, A.A. Eshetu, H. Birhanu, A.Y. Kassaye
Journal: Advances in Space Research
Year: 2025

Article: Application of a Modified Ecological Quality Monitoring Method in the Southeastern Hilly Region of China

Authors: Y. Huang, X. Fu, J. Sha, E. Shifaw
Journal: Remote Sensing
Year: 2024

Article: Trade-offs and synergies for urban Production-Living-Ecological spatial Patterns-Comparison study between Fuzhou, China, and Saskatoon, Canada

Authors: X. Wang, X. Li, J. Sha, S. Lai, J. Wang
Journal: Ecological Indicators
Year: 2024

Article: Detecting Trends in Post-Fire Forest Recovery in Middle Volga from 2000 to 2023

Authors: E.A. Kurbanov, L.V. Tarasova, A. Yakhyayev, D.M. Dergunov, A.V. Yastrebova
Journal: Forests
Year: 2024