Paul Yohanna l Civil Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Paul Yohanna l Civil Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Kampala International University | Uganda

Dr. Paul Yohanna is a civil engineering academic and consultant with strong expertise in geotechnical engineering, construction materials, structural mechanics, and infrastructure sustainability. He holds a Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Eng. in Civil Engineering and has extensive university-level teaching experience in strength of materials, fluid dynamics, hydrology, and engineering materials. His professional experience spans lecturing, consulting for development projects, and applied research in construction and geotechnics. His research interests include sustainable construction materials, geotechnical characterization, infrastructure resilience, and engineering education, supported by skills in laboratory testing, data analysis, field investigations, and scholarly publishing, with conference participation reflecting continuous professional development and academic leadership.

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Rodney Tatenda Muringai | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Rodney Tatenda Muringai | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Dr. Rodney Tatenda Muringai is a climate change and food security scholar with over six years of experience spanning teaching, postdoctoral research, and applied policy work. He holds a PhD, MSc, PGDip, and BSS from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, with additional training in sustainability from Beijing Normal University. His professional experience includes roles as Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Ad Hoc Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg, Research Assistant, and Ecosystem Services Analyst. Dr. Rodney Tatenda Muringai’s research interests focus on climate change adaptation, fisheries and aquaculture, livelihoods, and socio-ecological resilience, supported by strong skills in policy analysis, GIS, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis. He has received NRF, SARChI, and LIMA awards and continues to contribute impactful, policy-relevant research that advances sustainable development in Africa.

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Vulnerability of inland small-scale fishing communities to climate change and variability: Insights from the Zambezi River Basin, Zimbabwe

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu L. Mafongoya, Romano Lottering – Environment, Development and Sustainability, 2025
Living in the wild: The bidirectional impacts of human–wildlife interaction in Binga and Nyaminyami rural districts, Zimbabwe

Rodney T. Muringai, Walter Musakwa, Phindile Mthembu, Takafara Gozo – Transactions of the Royal Society of South Africa, 2025
Sub-Saharan Africa freshwater fisheries under climate change: Impacts, adaptation, and mitigation measures

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu Mafongoya, Romano T. Lottering – Fishes, 2022
Climate change perceptions, impacts and adaptation strategies: Insights from fishers in the Zambezi River Basin, Zimbabwe

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu Mafongoya, Romano T. Lottering – Sustainability, 2022
Unlocking the potential of fish to improve food and nutrition security in Sub-Saharan Africa

Rodney T. Muringai, Paramu Mafongoya, Romano T. Lottering et al. – Sustainability, 2021

Ruoyi Li | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Ruoyi Li | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Xiamen University | China

Ms. Ruoyi Li is a dedicated Ph.D. candidate in Public Administration at Xiamen University, focusing on government regulation, policy analysis, and sustainable development under the “Dual‑Carbon” goals. She holds dual Master’s degrees from the Australian National University in Digital Humanities & Public Culture and General & Applied Linguistics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language from Jiangxi Normal University, where she graduated with distinction and received multiple scholarships and awards. Her research expertise spans policy evaluation, environmental economics, cross‑strait regional development, and technological impacts on organizational structures. Ms. Li has participated in high-impact research projects, including field investigations and policy reports for local government integration initiatives in Pingtan, and has collaborated with institutions such as the Environmental Economics & Policy Lab (Peking University and University of Chicago), Global Environmental Institute, and major energy corporations. She has authored peer-reviewed articles in Finance Research Letters as first and corresponding author and contributed to numerous working papers on cultural heritage, digital humanities, and museum studies. Skilled in fieldwork, in-depth interviews, data analysis, and ontology engineering, she combines interdisciplinary knowledge with practical research application. Ms. Li’s work bridges public administration, environmental policy, and digital culture, contributing to evidence-based governance, sustainable development, and innovative knowledge representation.

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Chao Yin | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Chao Yin | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Shandong Women’s University | China

Chao Yin is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Faculty of Management, Shandong Women’s University, where she specializes in green development, low-carbon strategies, supermarket operations, and agricultural product logistics. She earned her Doctorate in Enterprise Management with a marketing focus from Beijing Jiaotong University, following a master’s degree from the Capital University of Economics and Business and a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Qingdao University. Before entering academia, she gained practical industry experience as a marketing manager at Qingdao AEON Dongtai Co., Ltd., which continues to inform her applied research approach. Her scholarly work appears in reputable journals, including Q1 and Q2 outlets, addressing themes such as logistics information systems, sustainable development performance, emissions trajectories, and corporate green innovation. She has also contributed to international symposiums with studies on resource integration and “Farming-Supermarket” supply-chain mechanisms. In the classroom, she teaches courses on marketing management and chain enterprise operations, integrating theory with practice to support student development. Recognized for her growing contributions to sustainability and operations research, her work aims to advance environmentally responsible management strategies and promote efficient, low-carbon business practices for future economic and societal benefit.

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Yin, C., Zhang, M., Zhang, Y., & Wu, W. (2020). Business service network node optimization and resource integration based on the construction of logistics information systems. Information Systems and e-Business Management, 18, 723–746. (Q2)

Yin, C. Research on optimization of mixed distribution of chain supermarket based on resource integration. Management Review.

Yin, C. (2015). Research on the Key Issues of “Farming-Supermarket” Docking under the Background of “Internet Plus”. Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Management, Innovation and Development (MID2015).

Yin, C., & Liu, P. (2025). Knowledge-driven green cognition: the impact of enterprise innovation in sustainable development performance. (Q2)

Yin, C., & Bo, Y. (2025). China’s emissions trajectory: Integrating resource management and energy transition strategies. (Q1)

Mahbouba Nasraoui | Regression Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Mahbouba Nasraoui | Regression Analysis | Research Excellence Award

University of Burgundy | France

Dr. Mahbouba Nasraoui is a researcher and lecturer in finance whose work examines the intersections of economic policy uncertainty, ESG practices, market behavior, and corporate decision-making. She holds advanced academic qualifications, including a doctorate in finance, and has taught at institutions such as IAE Dijon and the Faculty of Economics and Management, where she has delivered courses in corporate finance, financial principles, management control, and derivatives. Her professional background spans higher education, professional training, and corporate financial management, offering her a multidisciplinary perspective that enriches her research and teaching. Dr. Nasraoui has published in reputable journals, including Economic Modelling and The Journal of Risk Finance, with studies exploring investment inefficiency, stock market liquidity, and investor sentiment. She has presented her work at several international conferences in France and Tunisia, contributing to discussions on sustainability, ethics, monetary policy, and financial markets. Her research interests include economic policy uncertainty, behavioral finance, ESG integration, financial decision-making, and market microstructure. In recognition of her academic engagement, she continues to collaborate with research teams and participate in scientific events. Dr. Nasraoui strives to advance knowledge in finance while fostering rigorous, engaged learning environments for her students.

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Nasraoui, M., Ajina, A., & Herve, F. (2025). Economic Policy Uncertainty, ESG Practices, and Investment Inefficiency in U.S. Firms. Economic Modelling. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.econmod.2025.107414

Nasraoui, M., Ajina, A., & Kahloul, A. (2024). The influence of economic policy uncertainty on stock market liquidity? The mediating role of investor sentiment. The Journal of Risk Finance. https://doi.org/10.1108/JRF-06-2023-0129

Fangdi Ye | Offshore Wind Power | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Fangdi Ye | Offshore Wind Power | Research Excellence Award

Zhejjiang Provincial Energy Group Company Ltd | China

Mr. Fundi is an accomplished energy-sector professional associated with Zhejiang Provincial Energy Group Company Ltd., where he contributes to the advancement of China’s offshore wind power initiatives. He holds an academic background in engineering and renewable energy management, building a solid foundation for his work in large-scale clean-energy development. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience in project planning, offshore infrastructure deployment, and strategic energy transition programs, working on initiatives that support regional sustainability goals and national carbon-neutral ambitions. His professional interests include offshore turbine technology, grid integration, marine environmental impact assessment, and the long-term scalability of renewable energy systems. Mr. Fundi has participated in collaborative research efforts with academic and industry partners, focusing on innovation in offshore wind operations and maintenance. He has been recognized within the sector for his contributions to technology modernization and efficiency improvements in coastal wind projects. His ongoing work reflects a commitment to accelerating the deployment of clean, reliable energy resources while promoting responsible environmental stewardship. Overall, Mr. Fundi’s career illustrates a forward-looking vision centered on renewable-energy innovation and the strategic development of China’s offshore wind power capabilities.

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Xiao, T., Lian, J., Ye, F., Xiong, D., & Hao, X. (2024). Experimental and numerical study on motion characteristics of a bucket foundation during immersion process. Ocean Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2024.117782

Ye, F., Lian, J., Xiao, T., Xiong, D., Wang, H., Guo, Y., & Shao, N. (2024). Behavior Analysis of a Bucket Foundation with an Offshore Wind Turbine during the In-Water Sinking Process. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse12030494

Ye, F., Lian, J., Xiong, D., Wang, H., Guo, Y., Wang, P., & Xiao, T. (2023). Effects of damping plate on the motion response of transport ships under waves. Applied Ocean Research. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apor.2023.103507

Lian, J., Ye, F., Wang, P., Guo, Y., Wang, H., Xiao, T., & Xiong, D. (2023). Integrated transportation of offshore wind turbine and bucket foundation based on a U and K shaped assembled platform. Ocean Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2023.114096

Ye, F.-D., Lian, J.-J., Guo, Y.-H., Wang, H.-J., Xiao, T.-R., Xiong, D.-Z., & Yu, T.-S. (2023). Stability Study on the Bucket Foundation with Multi-Compartment During the Floating-up Process Considering Air Compressibility. China Ocean Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13344-023-0081-8

Xinyu Liu | Regression Analysis | Young Innovator Award

Dr. Xinyu Liu | Regression Analysis | Young Innovator Award

Peking University | China

Dr. Xinyu Liu is a postdoctoral researcher specializing in Microeconomics, Development Economics, and Finance, with a particular focus on e-commerce, consumption behavior, entrepreneurship, housing demolition, and cross-shareholding in China. Dr. Liu earned a Ph.D. in Management (Agricultural Economics and Management) from Peking University, with a dissertation examining the impact of e-commerce on rural residents’ sales and consumption, and a B.E. in Economics from Southwestern University of Finance and Economics. Currently, Dr. Liu is a postdoctoral fellow at the China International Capital Corporation (CICC) Global Institute and Fudan University, exploring cross-shareholding and firm innovation under the guidance of senior economists. Dr. Liu also served as a short-term consultant at the World Bank, analyzing fertility preferences. With five publications, including in Economic Development and Cultural Change, Cities, and PNAS Nexus, Dr. Liu’s work has been cited 30 times across 30 documents, achieving an h-index of 2. Recognized for academic excellence, Dr. Liu has received multiple awards, including the Peking University Second-Class Scholarship and Best Paper Awards at international conferences. Current research explores digital transformation in agriculture, rural e-commerce expansion, and the economic consequences of housing demolition. Dr. Liu’s research contributes to sustainable and inclusive economic development in China and beyond.

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Wang, X., Ren, Y., Yamauchi, F., Huang, J., & [Author]. (2025). “The power of the anti-corruption campaign: Evidence from cigarette and alcohol consumptions in China.” Economic Development and Cultural Change, 73(2), 941–977.

He, Z., Shi, X., Sun, X., & [Author]. (2024). “Housing demolition and entrepreneurship: Evidence from China.” Cities, 152, 105201.

Wang, X., Min, S., Jin, S., Huang, J., & [Author]. (2025). “The influence of improved wheat and maize varieties on infant mortality in China.” PNAS Nexus, 4(2), pgaf048.

Huang, J., Su, L., Huang, Q., & [Author]. (2022). “Facilitating inclusive ICT application and e-commerce development in rural China.” Agricultural Economics, 53(6), 938–952.

Desta Dugassa | Food Science and Nutrition | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Desta Dugassa | Food Science and Nutrition | Best Researcher Award

Fufa Haramaya University | Ethiopia

Dr. Desta Dugassa Fufa is an accomplished scholar and Assistant Professor specializing in Food Science, Nutrition, and Public Health, with strong interdisciplinary training across food technology, environmental health, and water and sanitation management. He holds a Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition, an MPH in Public Health with a focus on environmental health, and dual Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Food Science and Technology and Food Postharvest Technologies. With over a decade of academic and research experience, he has served as Associate Director of the Haramaya Institute of Technology and has led extensive teaching, research, community engagement, and media-based nutrition outreach. His professional expertise spans food product development, nutrition analysis, food quality assessment, ISO and HACCP systems, risk analysis, value-added processing, and environmental safety. He has served as Principal Investigator on multiple funded projects, including studies on maternal and child nutrition, digital food behavior, and value-added food technologies, and has contributed to internationally funded initiatives such as the SMIL project supported by the Gates Foundation. Recognized with an International Analytical Chemistry Award, he actively participates in national and international conferences and reviews scientific manuscripts. His research interests center on functional foods, nutraceuticals, food omics, nanofiber-based packaging, microbiota, and sustainable food systems. He remains committed to advancing science-driven solutions for improved health, nutrition, and food security.

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Tamene, A., Fufa, D.D., Bekele, T., Bultosa, G., Kumar, A., & Singh, N. (2025). “Value-addition to composite soft bread wheat cookies using avocado seed and finger millet flours: assessing the nutritional, techno-functional, and sensory properties.” Measurement: Food.

Fufa, D.D. (2025). “Postharvest Physiological Disorders of Apricot.” In Postharvest Physiological Disorders of Fruits.

Fufa, D.D., Bekele, T., Bultosa, G., & Tamene, A. (2025). “Avocado seeds valorization for sustainable food ingredient use: quality attributes evaluation in the traditional fermented teff injera.” Discover Sustainability.

Fufa, D.D., Bekele, T., Tamene, A., & Bultosa, G. (2025). “Drying kinetic models, thermodynamics, physicochemical qualities, and bioactive compounds of avocado (Persea americana Mill. Hass variety) seeds dried using various drying methods.” Heliyon.

Fufa, D.D., Seid, A., & Bitew, Z.W. (2024). “The use of internet-based smartphone apps consistently improved consumers’ healthy eating behaviors: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.” Frontiers in Digital Health.

Ann-marie Moiwo | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Best Research Article Award

Ms. Ann-marie Moiwo | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Best Research Article Award

Njala University | Sierra Leone

Ann-Marie Moiwo is a dynamic professional with interdisciplinary training in international relations, public administration, and the social sciences. She holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from Renmin University and a Master of Public Administration from Njala University, supported by a strong academic foundation in History and Sociology from Fourah Bay College. Her professional experience spans administrative management, organizational coordination, research operations, and executive support across institutions in the public, private, and development sectors. She has contributed to nationwide research initiatives, supported high-level decision-making processes, and provided strategic and logistical support within academic and corporate environments. Her research interests include governance, public policy, international development, gender studies, and sociopolitical systems in West Africa. Passionate about evidence-based policy and institutional strengthening, she aims to advance impactful research and contribute to solutions addressing national and global development challenges. Ann-Marie has been recognized for her diligence, discipline, and strong work ethic, consistently demonstrating the capacity to thrive in fast-paced, multicultural, and high-responsibility environments. She remains committed to continuous learning, professional growth, and service within institutions that value integrity, innovation, and social transformation.

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Genealogy as Analytical Framework of Cultural Evolution of Tribes, Communities, and Societies Ann-Marie Moiwo, Massaquoi, D., Moiwo, T. W., Sam, M., & Moiwo, J. P. (2025). Genealogy as analytical framework of cultural evolution of tribes, communities, and societies. Genealogy, 9(4).

Comparative Analysis of Neglected Attenuation and Negotiated Intervention Pathways to Conflict Resolution for Lasting Peace Juana, J., Moiwo, J. P., Challay, S., Bebeley, S. J., Mbavai, J. J., Yeganegi, K., & Sanguiné, L. (2025). Comparative analysis of neglected attenuation and negotiated intervention pathways to conflict resolution for lasting peace. Journal of Global Peace and Conflict, 12(3).

Hydro-economic Model Framework for Achieving Groundwater, Food, and Economy Trade-offs by Optimizing Crop Patterns Ma, Q., Yang, Y., Sheng, Z., Han, S., Yang, Y., & Moiwo, J. P. (2022). Hydro-economic model framework for achieving groundwater, food, and economy trade-offs by optimizing crop patterns. Water Research, 119, 119199.

Rainwater Harvesting for Supplemental Irrigation Under Tropical Inland Valley Swamp Conditions Blango, M. M., Cooke, R. A. C., Moiwo, J. P., Sawyerr, P. A., & Kangoma, E. (2020). Rainwater harvesting for supplemental irrigation under tropical inland valley swamp conditions. Irrigation and Drainage, 69(5).

Effect of Biochar Application Depth on Crop Productivity Under Tropical Rainfed Conditions Moiwo, J. P., Wahab, A., Kangoma, E., Blango, M. M., Ngegba, M. P., & Suluku, R. (2019). Effect of biochar application depth on crop productivity under tropical rainfed conditions. Applied Sciences, 9(13), 2602.

Sven Marc Henri Colen | Qualitative Research | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Sven Marc Henri Colen | Qualitative Research | Best Researcher Award

Technical University Munich | Germany

Mr. Sven Marc Henri Colen PhD candidate in Sustainable Corporate Management at the Technical University of Munich, Sven Marc Henri Colen focuses his research on the green relocation of industrial production to developing countries, with a publication in Business Strategy and the Environment and academic engagements at UC Berkeley and international conferences. He holds a Master’s degree in Market-oriented Management (Top 5%) from the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt and a Bachelor’s degree in Law and Economics from the University of Augsburg, complemented by study experiences in Japan and South Korea. Professionally, he served as a Senior Consultant at Roland Berger, leading large-scale sustainability and decarbonization projects across the steel, energy, aviation, and automotive sectors. His consulting work emphasized green hydrogen, carbon reduction strategies, and sustainable business transformations. Actively involved in social entrepreneurship and mentoring, he co-founded a personal development start-up and supports student consultancies across Germany. His research and professional interests lie in corporate sustainability, industrial decarbonization, and green technology transitions. Recipient of several international scholarships, including the DAAD Green Hydrogen Fellowship, he combines academic rigor with practical impact, aiming to foster sustainable industrial transformation and global climate action through interdisciplinary and evidence-based management approaches.

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Colen, S., & Mohnen, A. (2025, November). Between sunlight and sales: Market access constraints and conceptualizing the renewables pull effect.

Colen, S., & Mohnen, A. (2025, May). Unpacking the Renewable Pull Effect: Conditions for Green Industrial Relocation.

Colen, S. (2021, March). NTT International — Transforming a Japanese Keiretsu into a Tech Giant.