Innovative Research Award

Aliana Man Wai Leong

Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau

Aliana Man Wai Leong is a researcher affiliated with Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau. Her scholarly activities are associated with the field of higher education, where she has contributed to research addressing educational development, academic practice, and related interdisciplinary themes. According to publicly indexed bibliographic records, her publications have received notable scholarly attention, reflecting sustained engagement within the academic community.[1]

Abstract

Aliana Man Wai Leong and her research profile in higher education. The summary highlights her institutional affiliation, publication record, citation performance, and research visibility while providing a neutral assessment of her scholarly contributions. The article has been prepared in a reference style suitable for academic recognition and award documentation.[1]

Keywords

Higher Education; Educational Research; Academic Development; Research Evaluation; Scholarly Communication; Citation Analysis; Innovation; Learning; Knowledge Management; Business Global Awards.

Introduction

Research in higher education plays a central role in advancing teaching quality, institutional effectiveness, educational policy, and international collaboration. Scholars working within this discipline contribute evidence-based knowledge that supports educational innovation and sustainable academic development. Aliana Man Wai Leong’s publication record demonstrates continued participation in this research landscape through peer-reviewed scholarly outputs indexed in international databases.[1]

Research Profile

Aliana Man Wai Leong as an active researcher with 46 indexed publications, 842 citations, and an h-index of 16. These indicators suggest consistent scholarly engagement and measurable academic influence within her subject area. Her affiliation with Macau University of Science and Technology further reflects participation in an internationally recognized research environment.[1][3]

Research Contributions

Her research contributions are associated with higher education scholarship, educational practice, and interdisciplinary academic inquiry. Through peer-reviewed publications, she has contributed to discussions concerning educational quality, learning environments, institutional advancement, and knowledge dissemination. Such contributions support the broader development of evidence-informed educational systems and scholarly collaboration.[2]

• Higher education research and policy.
• Educational innovation and academic practice.
• Research dissemination through peer-reviewed publications.
• International scholarly collaboration.[4]

Publications

Aliana Man Wai Leong’s publication portfolio consists of articles indexed in Scopus and cited by subsequent academic literature. These publications collectively demonstrate continued research productivity and participation in internationally visible scholarly communication.[1][5]

Research Impact

Citation metrics provide one indicator of scholarly influence by reflecting how published work is referenced within subsequent academic literature. With more than eight hundred citations and a balanced h-index, the available bibliometric profile indicates that Aliana Man Wai Leong’s research has achieved measurable academic visibility. These indicators should be interpreted alongside qualitative measures of research significance and societal relevance.[2]

Award Suitability

Aliana Man Wai Leong demonstrates characteristics commonly considered during evaluations for research recognition, including sustained publication activity, measurable citation impact, institutional affiliation with an established university, and continued scholarly engagement. These attributes align with the objectives typically associated with the Innovative Research Award under the Business Global Awards programme while remaining subject to the official evaluation criteria established by the award organizers.[3]

Conclusion

Aliana Man Wai Leong maintains an established scholarly profile within higher education research. Her indexed publications, citation performance, and institutional affiliation demonstrate continued participation in international academic research. The available bibliometric evidence supports recognition of her ongoing contributions while emphasizing the importance of rigorous peer review and objective evaluation in assessing research excellence.[3][5]

External Links

• ORCID Profile
• Scopus Author Profile
• Google Scholar Profile

References

1. 1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Aliana Man Wai Leong, Author ID 56114076300. Scopus.
      https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56114076300
   2. AMW Leong, S Nadkarni. (2007). MACAO’S mice dreams: Opportunities and challenges.
      https://www.academia.edu/download/75678024/
   3. AMW Leong., et al. (2015). Nostalgia as travel motivation and its impact on tourists’ loyalty.
      https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0148296314001763
   4. AMW Leong., et al. (2025). AI disruption threat and employee outcomes: Role of technology insecurity, thriving at work, and trait self-esteem.
      https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0278431924003761
   5. AMW Leong., et al. (2024). Proposing a metaverse engagement model for brand development.
      https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0969698924000778