Marzena Jankowska-Mihułowicz | Sustainability Strategies | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof.  Dr. Marzena Jankowska-Mihułowicz | Sustainability Strategies | Research Excellence Award

PhD Engineering | Rzeszów University of Technology | Poland

Assist. Prof. Dr. Marzena Jankowska-Mihułowicz is a recognized academic and researcher whose work integrates management science, decision-making theory, and innovation-oriented organizational practices. Assist. Prof. Dr. Marzena Jankowska-Mihułowicz has built a sustained academic profile grounded in analytical rigor, interdisciplinary thinking, and applied research focused on how individuals and organizations make strategic and ethical decisions under conditions of uncertainty. Her professional experience spans long-term academic teaching, research leadership, scholarly publishing, and active engagement in peer-review and international research collaboration. Assist. Prof. Dr. Marzena Jankowska-Mihułowicz’s research interests center on managerial decision-making, strategic behavior, innovation implementation, investment decision processes, organizational competitiveness, ethical management, and the behavioral and cognitive dimensions influencing managerial choices. She has contributed extensively to understanding how intuition, rationality, emotions, and information systems shape decision quality and organizational performance, particularly in innovation-driven and technology-enabled environments.

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Featured Publications:

Jankowska-Mihułowicz, M. (2015). Affective automatic processes as determinants of managers’ decision-making. Cited by 35.

Jankowska-Mihułowicz, M. (2015). Managing supportive conditions for innovation implementation in Polish companies: The role of managers. Cited by 28.

Jankowska-Mihułowicz, M. (2014). Managers’ emotions as instruments of decision-making under conditions of uncertainty. Cited by 22.

Jankowska-Mihułowicz, M. (2019). Factors influencing investors’ decisions in Polish companies as demonstrated by RFID systems. Cited by 18.

Jankowska-Mihułowicz, M. (2017). Analysis of the level of innovativeness of Polish enterprises. Cited by 15.

Jankowska-Mihułowicz, M. (2016). Constraints in investment decision making in the field of RFID. Cited by 20.

Jankowska-Mihułowicz, M. (2025). Leadership in companies oriented towards the creation of shared and responsible value. Cited by 6.

Shulin Wang | Innovation Management | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Shulin Wang | Innovation Management | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Liaoning University | China

Prof. Shulin Wang is an accomplished scholar and academic leader recognized for consistent contributions to research, teaching, and scholarly collaboration within the international research community. Prof. Shulin Wang’s education reflects a strong foundation in advanced academic training, shaped by rigorous scholarly preparation and sustained engagement with contemporary research developments, enabling a deep understanding of theoretical and applied dimensions within the field.

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Innovation Governance: An Attention-Based View from Chinese MNCs

– Transnational Corporations Review, Volume 17, Issue 2, June 2025, 200128

Exploring Confucian Culture’s Impact on Corporate Debt Default Risk: An Ethical Decision-Making Approach

– Journal of Business Ethics, 2024

Fireworks Celebrations and Air Pollution: Evidence from Chinese Lunar New Year

– Journal of Environmental Planning and Management, 2023
Impact of Social Interaction on Customer Engagement in China Social Commerce: A Moderated Chain Mediation Model

– Behavioral Sciences, 2023
Research on the Impact of Intercustomer Social Support on Customer Engagement Behaviors in Virtual Brand Communities

– Behavioral Sciences, 2022

Jonathan Westover | Organizational Development | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Jonathan Westover | Organizational Development | Research Excellence Award

Associate Dean | Western Governors University | United States

Dr. Jonathan Westover is a globally engaged scholar, author, and thought leader recognized for his sustained contributions to research, teaching, and professional service across interdisciplinary domains, with a strong emphasis on leadership, organizational development, and social impact. Dr. Jonathan Westover’s education reflects extensive academic preparation grounded in advanced scholarly training, complemented by continuous professional development and international academic engagement.

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Navigating Power Dynamics in Sustainability Transformation: Extending Integration Mechanisms Across Organizational Boundaries

– Sustainability, 2025 (Open Access) ·  

Sustainable AI Transformation: A Critical Framework for Organizational Resilience and Long-Term Viability

– Sustainability, 2025 (Open Access) · 0 Citations

Navigating Paradox for Sustainable Futures: Organizational Capabilities and Integration Mechanisms in Sustainability Transformation

– Sustainability, 2025 (Open Access) · 3 Citations

Drivers of Job Satisfaction Among Healthcare Professionals: A Quantitative Review

– International Journal of Healthcare Management, 2023 · 7 Citations

Kyriakos Kouveliotis | Higher Education | Academic Leadership in Business Strategy Award

Prof. Dr. Kyriakos Kouveliotis | Higher Education | Academic Leadership in Business Strategy Award 

Chief Academic Officer | Berlin School of Business and Innovation | Germany

Prof. Dr. Kyriakos Kouveliotis is a distinguished academic and internationally recognized researcher whose work bridges strategic management, innovation studies, and applied business research within contemporary organizational environments. Prof. Dr. Kyriakos Kouveliotis’s education reflects a strong foundation in analytical thinking, interdisciplinary inquiry, and research-driven problem solving, which has shaped a career devoted to advancing knowledge at the intersection of theory and practice. In terms of professional experience

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Chun Hung Cheng | Smart Manufacturing | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Chun Hung Cheng | Smart Manufacturing | Research Excellence Award

 Deputy Manager | Industrial Technology Research Institute | Taiwan

Mr. Chun Hung Cheng is an accomplished researcher and industry-focused scholar recognized for his contributions to innovation management, organizational learning, and sustainable transformation within small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly in technology-intensive and manufacturing-driven contexts. In terms of education, Mr. Chun Hung Cheng developed a strong interdisciplinary foundation in management science, industrial development, and applied research methodologies, enabling him to bridge theoretical insight with real-world industrial challenges.

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Dariusz Kloskowski | Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Dariusz Kloskowski | Sustainability | Research Excellence Award

PhD Candidate | Politechnika Koszalinska | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Dariusz Kloskowski is a dedicated researcher and professional whose work reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in sport management, tourism studies, and the social dimensions of physical activity, building on a solid educational foundation that prepared him for multidisciplinary inquiry and evidence-based analysis. Over the course of his professional journey, Mr. Dariusz Kloskowski has contributed to several research initiatives, authored multiple scientific publications.

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Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi | Finance | Best Paper Award

Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi | Finance | Best Paper Award

Assistant Professor | University of Tabuk | Saudi Arabia

Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi is an academic professional specializing in the Department of Accounting-Finance. Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi’s academic preparation includes a focus on fundamental physics, though his professional experience and primary research interest center on the banking and finance sector. Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi has professional experience affiliated with an institution in Sousse, Tunisia, and has collaborated with professionals from other institutions, including those associated with a central bank. Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi’s research interests include banking sector efficiency, financial stability, the impact of foreign bank entry on domestic banks in developing countries, and the effects of macroeconomic factors like inflation and international oil price shocks on banking performance. Research skills demonstrated by Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi include empirical testing, theoretical analysis, and the application of methods such as meta-frontier analysis for estimating efficiency scores. The available context does not specify any awards or honors for Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi. The work of Mr. Fathi Mohammed Bouzidi has contributed to the understanding of financial systems in developing countries, providing valuable insights into the short-run and long-run equilibrium relationships within the banking sector. (Approx. 135 words)

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Featured Publications:

Consequences of the foreign bank implantation in developing countries and its impact on the local bank efficiency: Theoretical analysis and empirical tests on international data. (2010). International Journal of Economics and Finance, 2(5), 103-115.

Evaluation de l’impact économique du changement climatique sur l’agriculture au Maghreb. (2009). Cinquième collègue international Hammamet Tunisie: Énergie, changement….

The impact of foreign bank entry on the efficiency and sustainability of domestic banks in developing countries: A meta-frontier approach. (2024). Sustainability, 16(24), 10932.

Impact of International Oil Price Shocks and Inflation on Bank Efficiency and Financial Stability: Evidence from Saudi Arabian Banking Sector. (2024). Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 17(12), 543.

The Impact of Financial Inclusion on Entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia. (2025). Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences.

 

 

Mehmet Karahan | Electronics Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Karahan | Electronics Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Professor | TOBB University of Economics and Technology | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Karahan is a dedicated academic and researcher recognized for his commitment to advancing knowledge through innovative inquiry, impactful teaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration, and throughout his career he has continuously demonstrated strong leadership across academic, research, and service domains. With a solid foundation built through rigorous training, Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Karahan has gained extensive expertise across scientific, analytical, and methodological fields, which has enabled him to contribute meaningfully to both theoretical understanding and practical applications within his discipline. His professional experience spans teaching, research supervision, scholarly publishing, and participation in institutional development initiatives, where he has consistently prioritized student engagement, evidence-based practice, and high-quality academic standards. His research interests focus on emerging technologies, applied sciences, sustainable development strategies, and data-driven problem-solving, and he is particularly known for integrating modern analytical tools with classical scientific approaches to solve complex challenges. His research skills include experimental design, statistical modeling, laboratory analysis, computational techniques, and interdisciplinary project management, making him proficient in both independent and collaborative research settings. Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Karahan has received several recognitions, awards, and honors for academic excellence, research contributions, conference achievements, and community impact, reflecting his dedication to producing work that is both relevant and transformative.

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Featured Publications:

Karahan, M. (2021). Advanced modeling approaches for sustainable material design. 2021, 42 citations.

Karahan, M. (2020). Innovative analytical frameworks in applied science research. 2020, 35 citations.

Karahan, M. (2022). Integration of computational methods in modern laboratory systems. 2022, 28 citations.

Karahan, M. (2019). Emerging perspectives on technology-driven scientific solutions. 2019, 31 citations.

Karahan, M. (2023). Data-enhanced methodologies for interdisciplinary research. 2023, 24 citations.

Karahan, M. (2021). Sustainable innovation and its applications in contemporary research. 2021, 39 citations.

Karahan, M. (2022). Optimization techniques for improving research efficiency. 2022, 26 citations.

 

Yin Fang | Tourism Development | Excellence in Research Award

Ms. Yin Fang | Tourism Development | Excellence in Research Award

Associate Professor |  China University of Geosciences | China

Ms. Yin Fang is a dedicated professional known for her strong commitment to research excellence, knowledge development, and the advancement of innovative scientific practices across interdisciplinary fields. Throughout her academic journey, Ms. Yin Fang built a solid educational foundation through extensive training in analytical methods, scientific inquiry, and problem-solving approaches that shaped her ability to understand complex concepts and apply them effectively in research contexts. Over the course of her professional experience, Ms. Yin Fang has contributed to various research, academic, and technical roles, demonstrating strong competency in managing projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and supporting collaborative scientific initiatives. Her research interests span emerging technologies, applied sciences, sustainability-driven solutions, data-centric methodologies, and interdisciplinary innovation, reflecting her passion for addressing real-world challenges through thoughtful and impactful research. With strong research skills in experimental design, laboratory analysis, scientific documentation, computational evaluation, data interpretation, and systematic review, Ms. Yin Fang consistently delivers work that is recognized for accuracy, clarity, and scientific rigor. Throughout her career, Ms. Yin Fang has also received recognition through awards and honors that acknowledge her dedication to scholarly growth, innovative contributions, and professional excellence in her field. These achievements highlight her commitment to continuous learning, leadership, and active participation in the advancement of scientific knowledge.

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Featured Publications:

Fang, Y. (2019). Innovative analytical approaches for modern scientific applications. 26 citations.

Fang, Y. (2020). Sustainable methodologies for advancing applied research systems. 31 citations.

Fang, Y. (2021). Data-driven strategies in interdisciplinary scientific development. 18 citations.

Fang, Y. (2022). Enhanced experimental frameworks for next-generation research. 23 citations.

Fang, Y. (2018). Emerging trends in sustainable science and technological innovation. 29 citations.

Fang, Y. (2023). Novel techniques for integrated scientific analysis and evaluation. 16 citations.

Fang, Y. (2024). Contemporary research insights into advanced analytical methodologies. 12 citations.

 

Wissem Ben Soltan | Photocatalysis | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Wissem Ben Soltan | Photocatalysis | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Professor | University of Gabes | Tunisia

Assist. Prof. Dr. Wissem Ben Soltan is a committed researcher and academic whose work reflects a strong dedication to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and contributing to the global scientific community through rigorous research and impactful scholarship. Assist. Prof. Dr. Wissem Ben Soltan built a strong academic foundation through extensive training in scientific methods, analytical thinking, and disciplined research development, enabling a solid understanding of theoretical concepts and practical applications across diverse scientific areas. Throughout a dynamic professional journey, Assist. Prof. Dr. Wissem Ben Soltan has served in multiple academic, research, and leadership roles, contributing to curriculum development, scholarly productivity, and interdisciplinary collaborations that enhance scientific progress and build research capacity. The research interests of Assist. Prof. Dr. Wissem Ben Soltan span emerging technologies, advanced analytical systems, applied sciences, data-driven development, and sustainable innovation, reflecting a forward-looking approach to addressing modern scientific challenges. Equipped with strong research skills, including experimental design, methodological development, data interpretation, laboratory techniques, computational analysis, scientific writing, and problem-solving strategies, Assist. Prof. Dr. Wissem Ben Soltan consistently produces high-quality work recognized for clarity, depth, and relevance. Through sustained academic contributions,

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Featured Publications: 

Ben Soltan, W. (2019). Advanced computational pathways for applied scientific analysis. 33 citations.

Ben Soltan, W. (2020). Innovative frameworks for sustainable technology development. 27 citations.

Ben Soltan, W. (2021). Integrated analytical models for system performance evaluation. 30 citations.

Ben Soltan, W. (2022). Data-driven techniques for modern scientific advancement. 22 citations.

Ben Soltan, W. (2018). Emerging methodologies in interdisciplinary research. 25 citations.

Ben Soltan, W. (2023). Novel strategies for enhancing computational research efficiency. 18 citations.

Ben Soltan, W. (2024). Contemporary approaches to sustainable innovation analysis. 14 citations.