Maria Guerra l Saúde Materna | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Maria Guerra l Saúde Materna | Research Excellence Award

Escola Superior de Enfermagem da Universidade do Porto | Portugal

Prof. Dr. Maria Guerra is an assistant professor in nursing with advanced academic training, including a PhD in Nursing, a master’s degree, and specialist postgraduate qualifications, complemented by extensive pedagogical and clinical expertise. Her professional experience spans university teaching, postgraduate course coordination, clinical supervision, and prior specialist practice in maternal and obstetric nursing across diverse healthcare institutions. Her research interests focus on maternal health, urinary incontinence, wound and continence care, mental health in pregnancy, and evidence-based nursing. She demonstrates strong research skills in systematic reviews, instrument validation, scientific writing, peer review, and international publication. Her career reflects academic excellence, scholarly impact, and sustained contributions to nursing science and education.

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Apoorva Gupta l Economics of Education | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Apoorva Gupta l Economics of Education | Best Researcher Award

Hansraj College | India

Dr. Apoorva Gupta is an economist with a Ph.D. from Delhi School of Economics, specializing in development economics with a focus on education, health, gender, caste, and social mobility. With extensive teaching experience at Ramjas College and Hansraj College, Dr. Apoorva Gupta has instructed courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, development economics, and data analysis. Her research integrates social networks and intergenerational mobility, supported by experience as a senior research assistant and multiple fellowships. Proficient in Stata, R, and MS Office, Dr. Apoorva Gupta has received awards including Best Paper at the G20 Conference and excels in academic leadership, research, and policy-oriented economic analysis.

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Exploring the Linkage between Education and Financial Autonomy of Women Working in the Urban Informal Sector
Economic & Political Weekly, 2025, 60(31), 29
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Do school facilities increase school enrolment? Evidence from primary school enrolment in India
Indian Economic Review, 2025, 1-29
Article · Co-author
Probing the linkages between educational level and occupational choices of women working in urban informal sector of India
Work, 2024, 79(4), 1637-1652
Article · Co-author
Does domestic monetary policy affect foreign direct investment to India?
Economics Bulletin, 2024, 44(1), 173-181
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Determinants of income earned by women working in the urban informal sector in India: An empirical study
Anwesak, 2024, 53(2), 72-86
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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

Habibullah Rezaei | Agricultural Economics | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Habibullah Rezaei | Agricultural Economics | Research Excellence Award

Samangan University | Afghanistan

Habibullah Rezaei is an Assistant Professor specializing in agricultural economics with a strong academic background in farm management and production economics. He has extensive experience in teaching, research, and applied economic analysis related to agricultural systems. His research interests include agricultural productivity, resource use efficiency, rural development, and food security, with a focus on sustainable agriculture. He has published in recognized international and regional journals and contributed to evidence-based agricultural policy discussions. His scholarly work and mentorship support capacity building in agriculture and economics, positioning him as a promising candidate for research excellence and best researcher recognition.

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Assessing the efficiency of wheat producers in Dihdadi District

– Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Studies, 2023

Authors: H. Radmand; S.M. Akbai; J. Akbari; H. Rezaei


Evaluating Agricultural Sustainability in Afghanistan (Case Study: Nijrab District)

– Process Integration and Optimization for Sustainability, 2024

Authors: H. Rezaei; A. Rezaee; H. Radmand; A.J. Safdary


Assessing the Relationship Between Food Insecurity and Agricultural Sustainability (Case Study: Rural Areas of Gorgan County)

– 2021

Authors: H. Rezaei; F.S.B. Abadi; A. Rezaee; R. Joolaie; A.A. Sarvestani


Analysing Technical, Pure Technical, Scale, and Economic Efficiency: A Case Study of Potato Producers in Khinjan District

– Potato Research, 2025

Authors: H. Radmand; H. Rezaei; R. Joolaie


Efficiency Analysis of Wheat Production in Baghlan Province: A Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) Based Approach

– Discover Food, 2025

Authors: H. Radmand; F. Eshraghi; A. Keramatzadeh; H. Rezaei

Christina Ryder | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Christina Ryder | Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

 Texas A&M University | United States

Dr. Christina Ryder is a biological anthropologist whose work integrates advanced analytical techniques with archaeological and paleoenvironmental research. She earned her PhD in Biological Anthropology from the University of Colorado Boulder, following an MA in Anthropology from New York University and dual bachelor’s degrees in Biological Anthropology and Biology. Her academic and research experience includes postdoctoral research in North American paleoanthropology and megafaunal studies, as well as extensive teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels in biological and forensic anthropology. Her research focuses on Late Pleistocene paleoecology, human–environment interactions, and the development of non-destructive analytical methods, particularly the application of near-infrared spectroscopy for assessing bone collagen preservation to improve radiocarbon dating and stable isotope analysis. She has led and contributed to externally funded research supported by major foundations and has actively participated in interdisciplinary collaborations bridging archaeology, geochemistry, and evolutionary biology. Dr. Ryder has published 7 scholarly documents, which have received 139 citations from 136 citing documents, resulting in an h-index of 5, indicating growing international impact. Her work has been recognized through competitive fellowships and a university-level teaching excellence award. Overall, her contributions advance methodological innovation in biological anthropology while strengthening the integration of laboratory science, archaeological interpretation, and higher education.

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Tianli Ding | Social Impact | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Tianli Ding | Social Impact | Research Excellence Award

Northwest University | China

Dr. Ding Tianli is an Assistant Professor of Law whose scholarship centers on comparative law and intellectual property law, with particular emphasis on patent law, copyright law, and cross-border intellectual property protection. He earned a Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) through a joint doctoral program between Nanjing University and the University of Freiburg, where his training integrated Chinese and European legal traditions and methodologies. His academic experience includes teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses such as Comparative Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Patent Law, alongside supervising graduate research in comparative legal systems and intellectual property disputes. Dr. Ding has also contributed to curriculum development and the strengthening of intellectual property law as a specialized discipline within legal education. International research experience as a research assistant at the University of Freiburg further enriched his expertise in comparative and international economic law with an East Asian focus. His research addresses the interaction between intellectual property protection, digital transformation, and governance, as well as interdisciplinary issues linking criminal law, psychology, and cognitive impairment. Dr. Ding has published in reputable international journals, reflecting both doctrinal and empirical approaches to contemporary legal challenges. Overall, his work aims to advance comparative legal understanding and support the development of effective intellectual property protection mechanisms in an increasingly globalized and digitalized legal environment.

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Kanellos Toudas | Financial Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kanellos Toudas | Financial Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Agricultural University of Athens | Greece

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kanellos Toudas is a scholar in accounting and financial analysis with extensive academic, governmental, and professional experience. He earned both his graduate and postgraduate diplomas in Business Administration from the University of Piraeus, followed by a Ph.D. in Financial Management and Accounting from the Athens University of Economics and Business, and later extended his research expertise through postdoctoral studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Dr. Toudas has combined rigorous academic work with significant professional service, beginning his career as an auditor for the Hellenic Capital Market Commission, where he later served as Head of the Accounting Department. His public-sector leadership includes roles as Deputy Mayor of Finance and Deputy Governor within national financial and agricultural institutions. In academia, he is an Associate Professor at the Agricultural University of Athens, having also taught at major Greek universities in areas such as accounting principles, financial analysis, and IFRS. He has authored and co-authored numerous research papers and has participated in many national and international conferences. His research interests include financial reporting, auditing, accounting standards, and capital market regulation. Dr. Toudas continues to contribute to the advancement of accounting research and financial governance through teaching, scholarship, and public service.

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Toudas, K., Poutos, E., & Balios, D. (2013). Concept, regulations and institutional issues of IPSAS: A critical review. European Journal of Business and Social Sciences, 2(1), 43–54.

Boufounou, P., Mavroudi, M., Toudas, K., & Georgakopoulos, G. (2022). Digital transformation of the Greek banking sector in the COVID era. Sustainability, 14(19), 11855.

Boufounou, P., Moustairas, I., Toudas, K., & Malesios, C. (2023). ESGs and customer choice: Some empirical evidence. Circular Economy and Sustainability, 3(4), 1841–1874.

Frangos, C., Frangos, C., Sotiropoulos, I., Orfanos, V., Toudas, K., & Gkika, E. (2012). The effects of the Greek economic crisis on eating habits and psychological attitudes of young people: A sample survey among Greek university students. Proceedings of the World Congress of Engineering, 1, 485–489.

Georgakopoulos, G., Toudas, K., Poutos, E. I., Kounadeas, T., & Tsavalias, S. (2022). Capital structure, corporate governance, equity ownership and their impact on firms’ profitability and effectiveness in the energy sector. Energies, 15(10), 3625.

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

Gracia Cristina Villodres | Descriptive Analytics | Best Research Article Award

Mrs. Gracia Cristina Villodres |  Descriptive Analytics | Best Research Article Award

University of Granada | Spain

Gracia Cristina Villodres is a predoctoral fellow at the University of Granada, specializing in physical activity, health, and education. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education with a specialization in Physical Education (2020), and two Master’s Degrees—one in Research and Innovation in Curriculum and Teacher Training (2021) and another in Physical Activity and Health (2022). Currently completing her PhD (FPU Fellowship 2021–2025) on healthy habits, cognitive function, and academic performance, she is also pursuing a Degree in Psychology. Her research interests focus on physical activity, body image, academic achievement, and mental health in youth populations. She has participated in four competitive research projects, serving as both researcher and principal investigator, and has published over 50 book chapters with ISBN. Her scholarly impact includes an H-index of 4 in Web of Science, 12 in Scopus, and 5 in Google Scholar, with a total of over 55 citations across databases. She has completed a research stay at the University of Bern and received the University of Granada Talent Award (2022). Through her teaching and research, she promotes evidence-based approaches to education and health, aiming to enhance well-being, inclusion, and performance in school and university settings.

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Villodres, G. C., Pérez-Díaz, J.-J., Salas-Montoro, J.-A., & Muros, J. J. (2025). Sex-based differences in lifestyle behaviours, self-esteem, and academic performance: A structural equation model in high-socioeconomic-status school-aged youth from southern Spain. Children.

Villodres, G. C., Rodríguez-Mérida, M., Vizcaíno-Cuenca, R., & Muros, J. J. (2025). Effectiveness of physical education interventions on mental health in children and adolescents: A systematic review of wellbeing and distress across educational levels. Adolescent Research Review.

Villodres, G. C., Campos-Pérez, L. M., Salvador-Pérez, F., Muros, J. J., & Vizcaíno-Cuenca, R. (2025). Relación entre el uso de redes sociales, hábitos saludables y factores psicológicos relacionados con la percepción de la imagen corporal en estudiantado universitario. Retos.

Navidad Cobo, L., Villodres, G. C., & Padial-Ruz, R. (2025). Efecto de un programa de actividad física y educación nutricional para la mejora de hábitos saludables en educación primaria. Retos.

Villodres, G. C., Salvador-Pérez, F., & Muros, J. J. (2024). Factors associated with Mediterranean diet adherence in a sample of high socio-economic status children from southern Spain. Public Health Nutrition.

Edward Douthett | Qualitative Research | Excellence in Research

Dr. Edward Douthett | Qualitative Research | Excellence in Research

George Mason University | United States

Dr. Edward B. Douthett is an accomplished academic and accounting professional serving as an Associate Professor of Accounting at George Mason University’s School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. and M.B.A. in Accounting and Finance from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business and a B.S. in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University. Before entering academia, Dr. Douthett gained extensive industry experience at Exxon Chemicals and Exxon Company USA, where he held key roles in financial reporting, analysis, auditing, and management. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Virginia, his teaching expertise spans managerial and cost accounting, financial accounting, and performance evaluation across undergraduate, MBA, and EMBA programs. His academic contributions emphasize cost management, performance measurement, and international business environments. Dr. Douthett’s work bridges theory and practice, integrating real-world corporate insights into academic learning. He has been recognized for his excellence in teaching and leadership, particularly as the Northern Chapter Virginia Society CPA Professor of Public Accounting. Dedicated to fostering ethical decision-making and analytical skills among future accounting professionals, Dr. Douthett continues to inspire innovation in accounting education and practice.

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Amoruso, A., Douthett, E., & Duchac, J. (2025). The effect of the legal environment on assurance services: evidence from international registrants in U.S. capital markets. Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting.

Copley, P., Douthett, E. B., & Zhang, S. (2021). Venture capitalists and assurance services on initial public offerings. Journal of Business Research.

Douthett, E. B., & Copley, P. (2020). The Enrollment Cliff, Mega-Universities, COVID-19, and the Changing Landscape of U.S. Colleges. CPA Journal.

Douthett, E. B. (2020). Do Auditors Protect Shareholders Against Financial Expropriation by Corporate Insiders? The Journal of American Academy of Business.

Douthett, E. B. (2020). Do auditors provide assurance beyond the financial statements? Evidence from the market for new issues. Journal of Theoretical Accounting Research.