Carmen Apaza | Public Administration | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Carmen Apaza
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Peru

Carmen Apaza
Affiliation Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos
Country Peru
Scopus ID 26429246700
Documents 18
Citations 205
h-index 5
Subject Area Public Administration
Event Business Global Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-8393-7290

Carmen Apaza has established an interdisciplinary academic profile through research in administrative reform, whistleblowing systems, transparency policies, public ethics, anti-corruption governance, and comparative public management.[1] Her scholarly activities combine academic inquiry, international consulting, and public policy engagement across Latin America and global governance institutions. The Innovative Research Award recognizes scholarly excellence and sustained contributions to the advancement of public administration, governance reform, accountability systems, and institutional integrity.[2]

Abstract

Carmen Apaza is a Peruvian academic, policy analyst, and public administration specialist whose work has focused on governance accountability, anti-corruption systems, public sector reforms, institutional transparency, and whistleblowing mechanisms in comparative political environments.[2] Her academic contributions include books, peer-reviewed journal articles, international conference presentations, and advisory activities for organizations such as the Organization of American States and the United Nations Development Programme.[3] Through interdisciplinary research integrating public administration, law, governance, and ethics, her scholarly profile reflects continuing engagement with institutional reform and democratic accountability in both regional and international contexts.

Keywords

Public Administration, Governance Reform, Anti-Corruption, Accountability Systems, Transparency, Institutional Ethics, Public Management, Comparative Administration, Whistleblowing Policy, Administrative Reform

Introduction

The field of public administration increasingly requires interdisciplinary scholarship capable of addressing governance effectiveness, transparency, institutional legitimacy, and public accountability. Carmen Apaza has contributed to these discussions through research examining public management systems, corruption measurement methodologies, transparency legislation, and comparative administrative reforms across Latin America and other international settings.[4]

Her academic background includes doctoral studies in Public Administration at American University in Washington, D.C., with additional concentrations in comparative politics and justice studies.[1][2]

Research Profile

Carmen Apaza’s research profile centers on institutional integrity, administrative accountability, transparency mechanisms, ethics in public management, and policy implementation. Her work has addressed topics such as public sector reforms with social inclusion, whistleblower protection systems, anti-corruption frameworks, procurement oversight, and governance performance indicators.[3]

In addition to scholarly publication, her professional activities have included advisory roles for the Organization of American States, the Government Accountability Project, and the United Nations Development Programme, where she contributed to studies on governance reforms and inequalities in public service delivery.[2]

Research Contributions

Carmen Apaza’s notable research themes concerns the effectiveness of whistleblowing systems and accountability frameworks in public institutions. Her collaborative publications with Yongjin Chang examined legal protections, media influences, organizational ethics, and public participation in whistleblowing systems across comparative political settings.[3]

Publications

Selected publications associated with Carmen Apaza include peer-reviewed journal articles, books, policy reports, and conference papers addressing governance, transparency, institutional reform, and accountability systems.[5]

  • Elements of Effective Public Management: Administrative Models, Reforms, and a Continuous Search for Effectiveness (2026).
  • Impact of COVID-19 on Traditional-Mining Exports from Perú (2023).
  • Integrity and Accountability in Government: Homeland Security and the Inspector General (2011), ASHGATE Publishing Group.
  • Whistleblowing in the World: Government Policy, Mass Media and the Law (2017), Palgrave Macmillan.
  • What Makes Effective Whistleblowing: Global Corruption Studies from the Public and Private Sector (2020), Palgrave Macmillan.

Research Impact

Carmen Apaza’s work is reflected through publications indexed in Scopus, citations within public administration scholarship, and participation in international conferences and governance forums.[1] Her research has contributed to ongoing discussions regarding transparency systems, ethical governance, administrative accountability, and institutional reforms in public organizations.

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award recognizes contributions that demonstrate originality, methodological rigor, interdisciplinary engagement, and measurable scholarly relevance. Carmen Apaza’s body of work aligns with these criteria through sustained research in public administration, governance reform, transparency systems, and institutional accountability.[3]

Conclusion

Carmen Apaza has developed a multidisciplinary academic profile focused on public administration, institutional accountability, transparency systems, and governance reform. Her research contributions, international advisory activities, and educational involvement collectively demonstrate engagement with contemporary challenges in public management and democratic governance.[2] Through publications, policy studies, and comparative governance analysis, her work has contributed to scholarly and institutional discussions concerning public sector effectiveness and ethical administration.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Carmen Apaza, Author ID 26429246700. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=26429246700
  2. Apaza, Carmen R. (2025). Curriculum Vitae and Academic Profile. Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8393-7290
  3. Apaza, Carmen R., & Chang, Yongjin. (2020). What Makes Effective Whistleblowing: Global Corruption Studies from the Public and Private Sector. Palgrave Macmillan.
    https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.2753/PIN1099-9922130202
  4. Apaza, Carmen. (2009). Measuring Governance and Corruption through the Worldwide Governance Indicators: Critiques, Responses, an Ongoing Scholarly Discussion. PS: Political Science & Politics.
    https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/ps-political-science-and-politics/
  5. Apaza, Carmen R. (2026). Elements of Effective Public Management: Administrative Models, Reforms, and a Continuous Search for Effectiveness. Transforming Government: People, Process and Policy.
    https://doi.org/10.1108/TG-06-2025-0177

Raphael Bar El | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Raphael Bar El | Innovation Strategy | Best Researcher Award 

Professor | Ben-Gurion University of the Negev | Israel

Prof. Raphael Bar El is a distinguished economist and innovation scholar recognized for his extensive contributions to the fields of regional development, innovation policy, and public management. His research focuses on innovation systems, entrepreneurship, and the strategic interplay between economic policy and regional growth. Professor Bar-El has authored and edited several influential books, such as Regional Development and Conflict Management: A Case for Brazil, Desenvolvimento Econômico Regional para a Redução da Pobreza e Desigualdade, Industrialização Rural no Nordeste, and The Economic Development of the Arab Sector in Israel. His academic publications have appeared in leading volumes and journals, addressing topics such as under-investment in innovative enterprises, the spatial distribution of high-tech industries, and socio-economic policy frameworks for conflict regions. Professor Bar-El’s leadership extends beyond academia to public service and international development. He has served as Director of the National and Economic Planning Authority at the Ministry of Economy and Planning and as Director General of the Development Study Center. As the Founder and President of the Israeli Regional Science Association, he has played a pioneering role in advancing regional science and innovation policy in Israel and abroad. His expertise has been sought by numerous international organizations and governments, including the World Bank, UNDP, and various ministries across Latin America, Africa, and Europe, where he has led and advised more than thirty major development and innovation projects. With an academic record comprising 56 documents, 387 citations across 328 publications, and an h-index of 11, Professor Bar-El continues to influence policy thinking and academic discourse on regional innovation and sustainable economic development. His long-standing commitment to integrating theory with practical policy solutions has positioned him as a leading voice in shaping innovation ecosystems and fostering socio-economic growth across diverse regions.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar 

Featured Publications :

Bar-El, R., Gavious, I., Kaufmann, D., & Schwartz, D. (2017). Under-investments in innovative SMEs: The effect of entrepreneurial cognitive bias. In K. O. Lundvall & P. Nielsen (Eds.), Human capital and assets in the networked world.

Schwartz, D., Avnimelech, G., & Bar-El, R. (2012). The location of knowledge economy and high-tech in Israel. In J. K. Gibson-Graham & G. Roelvink (Eds.), Societies in motion: Innovation, migration and regional transformation.

Bar-El, R. (2014). Economic considerations in implementing a parallel states structure. In M. Cohen & C. Scheindlin (Eds.), One land, two states: Israel and Palestine as parallel states University of California Press.

Bar-El, R., & Co-authors. (2024). Can the periphery survive innovation-led growth? Insights from Israel. Regional Studies, Regional Science.

Bar-El, R., & Co-authors. (2022). Adapting reverse mentoring strategy to SMEs: A new pilot model implemented in Brazil. Sustainability.

Anita Boros | Innovation Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Anita Boros | Innovation Management | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anita Boros, Institute of Agricultural and Food Economics, Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Hungary.

Prof. Dr. Anita Boros (b. 1980) is a distinguished Hungarian legal scholar, academic leader, and public policy expert with a multifaceted career spanning academia, government, and strategic consultancy. With over two decades of experience in higher education and public service, she currently holds professorships at the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the National University of Public Service, and the University of Physical Education. Her expertise lies in public administration law, green innovation policy, and sustainability-focused legal frameworks. Prof. Boros has held influential roles in several ministries, served as Secretary of State at the Ministry of Innovation and Technology, and actively shaped legal and economic reforms at the national level. A habilitated doctor and former deputy state secretary, her ongoing work focuses on the interface between governance, law, and sustainable development. Her impactful teaching, pioneering research, and public engagement make her a key figure in Hungarian academia and policy circles.

👨‍🎓 Profile  

Orcid

scopus

🎓 Education and Qualifications

Prof. Dr. Boros holds multiple academic and professional qualifications in law, economics, and public administration. She earned her law degree from Eötvös Loránd University (2005) and completed her PhD at Károli Gáspár University’s Doctoral School of Political Science and Law (2008). She also completed a comparative LL.M. at Andrássy University Budapest (2010) and obtained the habilitated doctoral title (dr. habil.) from the National University of Public Service (2016). Her multidisciplinary training includes a Public Procurement Officer qualification from Corvinus University (2006) and vocational education in industrial law protection. These credentials underscore her robust theoretical foundation and diverse professional readiness in law, governance, and public administration. She is also a certified legal examiner and an experienced university-level trainer in public procurement law and state asset management. Her academic path reflects a dynamic and evolving commitment to knowledge and leadership across Hungary’s legal and administrative frameworks.

🏛️ Professional Experience

Prof. Boros has held impactful academic and public sector roles since 2001. She began as a registrar at Károli Gáspár University before becoming a lecturer and eventually professor and head of institute at the National University of Public Service. Between 2010 and 2021, she served in key public administration roles, including Head of Department at the Public Procurement Authority, Chief Adviser at the Ministry of National Development, Deputy State Secretary, and finally Secretary of State at the Ministry of Innovation and Technology. She also acted as a CEO consultant at MBH Bank and founded a legal practice in 2017. Her leadership spans numerous institutions, including professorial appointments at the University of Physical Education and the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences. She has led innovation centers focusing on circular economy and green technologies. Her distinguished career demonstrates excellence in both academic instruction and public policy implementation.

🔬 Research Interests

Prof. Boros’s current research is dedicated to the intersection of green innovation, economic law, and sustainability. Her work focuses on themes such as green economy, circular economy, green finance, and the sustainability of sports and infrastructure. She previously researched administrative law, EU procedural law, public procurement, and state asset management. She has coordinated several national research projects, including analysis of the RENEUAL model rules and trends in the green construction industry. As head of the GREENOLOGY Knowledge Center and Circular Economy Analysis Center, she led cross-disciplinary research on energy utilization, green retrofits, and modular architecture. Prof. Boros plays an instrumental role in the integration of legal frameworks with environmental policy and innovation. Her scholarly inquiry contributes not only to Hungarian academic discourse but also addresses pressing global challenges in sustainable development and legal modernization.

🏆 Awards 

Prof. Boros has received numerous accolades recognizing her scholarly excellence and public service. Early in her career, she was awarded the prestigious Republican Scholarship (2000) by the Ministry of Education. Her academic contributions were honored when she was named Teacher of the Year at Corvinus University (2008). During her tenure at the Ministry of National Development, she earned a Ministerial Recognition (2014), followed by the Pro Regio Award and the Hungarian Road Award (2017). Her recent contributions to sustainability and green finance were acknowledged through the MNB Green Financial Science Award (2022) by the Hungarian National Bank. Additionally, she received the Pro Procurationem Award from the Public Procurement Authority (2023) and the Pro Urbe Award from Fehérgyarmat Municipality (2022). These accolades illustrate her outstanding achievements in academia, law, innovation, and public administration.

📚 Publications Top Notes

Green Public Procurement: Legal Challenges in Hungary. Hungarian Journal of Legal Studies.

Circular Economy and Sustainability in Public Administration. Journal of Environmental Policy and Law.

Legal Aspects of Green Financing in the EU. European Public Law Journal.

The Role of Administrative Law in Economic Sustainability. Hungarian Review of Public Law.

✅ Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Anita Boros exemplifies academic brilliance, policy leadership, and innovative vision. Her trajectory from legal scholar to Secretary of State and research director has been fueled by a deep commitment to institutional transformation and sustainable development. Her pioneering efforts in public procurement law and circular economy have set new benchmarks in governance and interdisciplinary research. As a professor across multiple institutions, she inspires future leaders while driving impactful policy reforms. Her research leadership at GREENOLOGY and MATE has facilitated innovation ecosystems that blend legal compliance with green technology. With numerous national awards, published works, and cross-sector collaborations, Prof. Boros is uniquely positioned at the confluence of education, law, and sustainability. These attributes make her a strong and deserving candidate for national and international recognition through distinguished awards in research, policy innovation, and academic excellence.