Rachana Lunawat | Sustainability Strategies | Best Researcher Award

Published on 25/10/202525/10/2025 by Business Global

Ms. Rachana Lunawat | Sustainability Strategies | Best Researcher Award

Rachana Lunawat | Kingston University | United Kingdom

Ms. Rachana Lunawat is an emerging scholar and finance professional with a strong academic foundation and practical experience in financial control, reporting, and sustainability-driven investment analysis. She holds a Master of Science in Accounting and Finance with Distinction from Kingston University, London, and a Master of Commerce from Savitribai Phule Pune University. Her academic and professional journey reflects a blend of analytical expertise and sustainability-oriented research. Having worked across the UK and India, Rachana has contributed to financial control, reconciliations, and audit preparedness in both public and private sectors, demonstrating her capability in enhancing reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. Her research interests lie at the intersection of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and corporate financial performance. She co-authored a peer-reviewed article titled “Integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Factors into the Investment Returns of American Companies,” published in MDPI’s international journal Sustainability. The study, indexed in Scopus and the Web of Science, employs panel data regression models using Bloomberg and Refinitiv datasets to assess how ESG engagement influences market valuation and long-term financial outcomes. This publication underscores her commitment to bridging sustainable finance and empirical financial analysis, offering insights that inform corporate strategy and responsible investment practices. Beyond research, Rachana has been actively involved in industry-oriented financial analysis projects, including portfolio optimization and ESG-financial performance evaluation of S&P 500 firms. These projects reflect her ability to translate academic concepts into data-driven decision-making relevant to global markets. Her collaborations with scholars from the University of St Andrews and Aston Business School have further enriched her interdisciplinary perspective on corporate sustainability and financial performance dynamics.

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Featured Publication :

Lunawat, R. M., Elmarzouky, M., & Shohaieb, D. (2025). Integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into the investment returns of American companies. Sustainability, 17(19), 8522.

Adel Alshammari | Sustainability Strategies | Best Scholar Award

Published on 22/10/202522/10/2025 by Business Global

Prof. Dr. Adel Alshammari | Sustainability Strategies | Best Scholar Award

Professor at University of Hafr Albatin | Saudi Arabia

Prof. Dr. Adel AlShammari is a distinguished Saudi academic and researcher specializing in Educational Administration, with a focus on higher education leadership, governance, and institutional excellence. He serves as a Professor of Educational Administration at the University of Hafr Al-Batin, where he has also held several senior academic and administrative positions, including Vice-Rector for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, Dean of Library Affairs, and Head of the Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Hafr Al-Batin University – Educational and Psychological Sciences and the Executive Director of the Saudi Association for Education and Psychology (GESTEN) at the university. According to Google Scholar metrics, he has 22 citations, an h-index of 3, and an i10-index of 0, reflecting his growing impact in academic and professional circles. Prof. Al-Shammari holds advanced academic qualifications in education, including a doctorate in Educational Administration from Yarmouk University in Jordan, a master’s degree in Curriculum Development, and earlier degrees in education and Islamic studies. His career demonstrates a strong blend of academic leadership, administrative expertise, and scholarly contribution. Over the years, he has been actively involved in various university councils and committees, overseeing scientific, academic, and strategic development initiatives, as well as institutional accreditation processes. Recognized as a peer reviewer for several leading Saudi and regional universities, Prof. Al-Shammari continues to contribute to the academic community through his editorial work, scholarly research, and leadership roles. His commitment to advancing education and promoting institutional excellence underscores his influence as a key figure in the field of educational administration in Saudi Arabia.

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Featured Publications :

Alshammari, A. (2017). The university administration challenges in emerging Saudi universities and ways of confrontation it. Journal of the College of Education in Educational Sciences, 41(2), 61–117.

Alshammari, A. (2024). Strategic planning and institutional excellence in educational institutions: Reality, correlation, and impact. Management Research and Practice, 16(2), 16.

Alshammari, A. (2018). Reality of Saudi universities governance and their role in achieving the Kingdom Vision 2030. Journal of Educational Sciences, 30(3), 369–397.

Alharbi, A. M., Alshammari, A. A., & Naqvi, H. A. (2022). The gap between the perceptions and expectations of quality of services delivered to the participants at the scientific conferences using the University of Hafr Al-Batin as a model. Frontiers in Psychology, 13, 909489.

Alshammari, A. A., & Alshammari, N. H. M. (2024). Job burnout among female teachers in Saudi primary schools. MIER Journal of Educational Studies, Trends and Practices, 383–409.

Jagdish Lohar | Sustainability Strategies | Best Researcher Award

Published on 15/09/202515/09/2025 by Business Global

Mr. Jagdish Lohar | Sustainability Strategies | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar at Malaviya National Institute of Technology | India

Mr. Jagdish Lohar is an accomplished civil engineer and researcher with extensive academic and professional experience in the field of geotechnical and structural engineering. He has pursued advanced studies, including a doctoral program focused on utilizing dimensional stone industry waste as a sustainable fill material in reinforced soil structures. His academic journey also includes a master’s degree in structural engineering where he explored fiber-reinforced compressed earth blocks, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. With over four years of teaching experience at various engineering institutions, he has contributed to shaping the next generation of engineers. His research work has resulted in numerous publications, with more than 35 citations from 25 scholarly documents, and a recognized h-index of 3, and authorship across 10 documents, reflecting the impact and relevance of his contributions. His work emphasizes sustainable and innovative practices, such as the beneficial use of industrial wastes in construction and geotechnical applications. His studies have been featured in high-impact journals and indexed databases, addressing environmental, geotechnical, and economic aspects of civil engineering materials. In addition to his research, Jagdish holds several patents, including granted and filed inventions related to construction technology and materials testing, highlighting his dedication to translating academic knowledge into practical applications. He has also been actively involved in delivering expert sessions on intellectual property, sustainable construction, and geotechnical innovations, promoting awareness and development within the engineering community. His scholarly contributions and commitment to sustainable engineering practices have positioned him as a respected voice in his field, making significant advancements toward environmentally responsible construction solutions and innovative material utilization.

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Featured Publications:

Solanki, T., Shrivastava, N., & Lohar, J. (2025). Enhancing subgrade stability of black cotton soil using RO membrane as geo-reinforcement. In Advances in Geotechnical Engineering (pp. 1–).

Lohar, J., & Shrivastava, N. (2025). Feasibility of marble processing waste as non-conventional fill in geotechnical applications. Journal of Mining and Environment, 16(1), 15–38.

Lohar, J., Lauhar, N., & Sain, A. (2025). Valorizing marble processing waste in fiber-reinforced cement-stabilized compressed earth blocks: Toward environmental sustainability. Journal of Structural Design and Construction Practice, 30(4), 04025064.

Lohar, J., & Shrivastava, N. (2025). Granite processing waste as sustainable structural fill in reinforced soil structures: A techno-economic analysis. Construction and Building Materials, 491, 142800.

Lohar, J., & Shrivastava, N. (2025). Beneficial use of dimensional stone industry wastes in geotechnical fills: Geotechnical, environmental and economic perspectives. Resources Policy, 101, 105465.

Saul Nurick | Sustainability Strategies | Best Paper Award

Published on 09/06/202509/06/2025 by Business Global

Dr. Saul Nurick | Sustainability Strategies | Best Paper Award

Dr. Saul Nurick, Dept of Construction Economics and Management, University of Cape Town, South Africa.

Dr. Saul David Nurick is a dual-national (South African & Spanish) academic and senior lecturer at the University of Cape Town’s Department of Construction Economics and Management. A multifaceted professional, he holds degrees in Information Systems, Property Studies, and Construction Economics, and earned his PhD in Psychology in 2023. His work resides at the intersection of built environment and human performance, blending technology, sustainability, and behavioural science. Fluent in English with intermediate Spanish, Saul’s diverse cultural and disciplinary background allows him to thrive in global academic and professional contexts.

Profile 👤

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Education 🎓

Dr. Saul’s academic journey began with a BCom in Information Systems (2004), followed by an honours BSc in Property Studies (2006), and a MPhil in Construction Economics and Management (2012), all from Cape Town. He capped his formal education by completing a PhD in Psychology (2023) at the University of the Witwatersrand, under Professor Andrew Thatcher. His doctoral research—“Impact of Green Building Features and Initiatives on Individual Productivity and Organisational Performance in Office Buildings”—bridges psychology and built environment studies.

Experience 💼

Since 2012, Dr. Saul has lectured extensively at UCT, becoming a permanent staff lecturer in 2014 and senior lecturer in 2018. He convened over a dozen undergraduate and postgraduate courses ranging from property investment mathematics to Masters- and PhD-level research supervision. He’s also served as external examiner at several institutions, including WITS and Henley Business School. Further, he’s a registered MRICS professional member since 2014. This blend of teaching, academic administration, industry affiliation, and rigorous supervision ensures Saul’s work remains both applied and scholarly.

Research Interests 🔍

Dr Nurick’s research focuses on the impacts of green building design on human productivity and organizational outcomes. He investigates how sustainable infrastructure and information systems in office environments affect occupant performance, well‑being, and corporate value. His interests also include property finance, construction economics, and the behavioral dimensions of property information systems. By fusing psychology with built environment disciplines, Dr. Saul contributes to interdisciplinary sustainability discourse and evidence‑driven strategies for healthier workplaces.

Awards 🏅

Dr. Saul is a qualified Professional Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) since August 2014. While specific personal awards weren’t listed, many of his supervised postgraduate theses were finalists or winners in the Greenovate student awards: e.g., Oratile Masia & Mihlali Solombela (3rd place Greenovate, 2024), Paige Waberski & Kiah Wallace (3rd place, 2024), Isobella van der Merwe & Aiden van Wyk (winner, 2023), Realeboga Lekoma & Tshifhiwa Mudau (finalists, 2023). This consistent record attests to Saul’s mentorship excellence.

Publication Top Notes 📚

An Investigation into the Benefits of EDGE Residential Estates in terms of Real-World Savings

Investigating the Drivers and Barriers to Implementing Green Building Features and Initiatives (GBFIs) in South Africa’s Private Housing Sector