Gwo Dong Lin | Mathematics | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Gwo Dong Lin | Mathematics | Excellence in Research Award

Academia Sinica, Institute of Statistical Science | Taiwan

Prof. Gwo Dong Lin is a distinguished statistician and mathematician whose extensive contributions have profoundly influenced the fields of probability theory, moment problems, and life distribution analysis. With an h-index of 18, 71 published documents, and 933 citations from 783 sources, his scholarly output demonstrates both depth and enduring impact. He earned his Ph.D. in Management Science from Tamkang University, following earlier degrees in mathematics from National Taiwan Normal University. Over his career, Prof. Lin served at Academia Sinica’s Institute of Statistical Science, including roles as Deputy Director and Acting Director, and later as Adjunct Research Fellow. He has also directed the Social and Data Science Research Center under the Hwa-Kang Xing-Ye Foundation. His editorial work spans several international journals, and he has been an invited speaker at global conferences organized by the International Statistical Institute and other leading organizations. Recognized as an ISI Elected Member since 1991 and recipient of Taiwan’s Outstanding Research Award (1994–1995), Prof. Lin’s pioneering studies on characterizations of distributions, inequalities for transforms, and moment determinacy continue to shape modern statistical theory and inspire future explorations in applied probability and statistical modeling.

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Lin, G. D., & Stoyanov, J. (2025). New sufficient conditions for moment-determinacy via probability density tails. Mathematics, 13, 2671.

Dou, X., Kuriki, S., Lin, G. D., & Richards, D. (2025). EM estimation of the B-spline copula with penalized pseudo-likelihood functions. Statistical Papers, 66, 30.

Lin, G. D., & Stoyanov, J. (2024). New characterizations of the Gamma distribution via independence of two statistics by using Anosov’s theorem. Theory of Probability and Its Applications, 69, 745–759 (Russian edition); SIAM version, 69, 592–604.

Hu, C.-Y., & Lin, G. D. (2022). Characterizations of the normal distribution via the independence of the sample mean and the feasible definite statistics with ordered arguments. Annals of the Institute of Statistical Mathematics, 74, 473–488.

Lin, G. D., & Hu, C.-Y. (2022). On the semi-Mittag-Leffler distributions. Probability and Mathematical Statistics, 42, 81–96.

Hu, C.-Y., Lin, G. D., & Stoyanov, J. (2021). Characterization of probability distributions via functional equations of power-mixture type. Mathematics, 9, 271. Also in: L. Shaikhet (Ed.), Prime Archives in Applied Mathematics (2nd ed.). Hyderabad, India: Vide Leaf.

Lin, G. D., & Dou, X. (2021). An identity for two integral transforms applied to the uniqueness of a distribution via its Laplace–Stieltjes transform. Statistics, 55, 365–385.

Dou, X., Kuriki, S., Lin, G. D., & Richards, D. (2021). Dependence structures of B-spline copulas. Sankhyā: The Indian Journal of Statistics, Series A, 83, 238–311.

Lin, G. D., & Hu, C.-Y. (2021). Formulas of absolute moments. Sankhyā: The Indian Journal of Statistics, Series A, 83, 476–495.

Hu, C.-Y., & Lin, G. D. (2020). Necessary and sufficient conditions for unique solution to functional equations of Poincaré type. Journal of Mathematical Analysis and Applications, 491, 124399.

Stoyanov, J. M., Lin, G. D., & Kopanov, P. (2020). New checkable conditions for moment determinacy of probability distributions. Theory of Probability and Its Applications, 65, 634–648 (Russian edition); SIAM version, 65, 497–509.

Lin, G. D., Dou, X., & Kuriki, S. (2019). The bivariate lack-of-memory distributions. Sankhyā: The Indian Journal of Statistics, Series A, 81, 273–297.

Lin, G. D. (2019). On powers of the Catalan number sequence. Discrete Mathematics, 342, 2139–2147.

Hu, C.-Y., & Lin, G. D. (2018). Characterizations of the logistic and related distributions. Journal of Mathematical Analysis and Applications, 463, 79–92.

Lin, G. D. (2017). Recent developments on the moment problem. Journal of Statistical Distributions and Applications, 4, 5.

Lai, C.-D., Lin, G. D., Govindaraju, K., & Pirikahu, S. (2017). A simulation study on the correlation structure of Marshall–Olkin bivariate Weibull distribution. Journal of Statistical Computation and Simulation, 87, 156–170.

Jiayang Gao | Business, Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jiayang Gao | Business, Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

South China Normal University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jiayang Gao is an accomplished scholar in Management at the School of Economics and Management, South China Normal University, specializing in sustainability and innovation management. With an academic journey that began with a B.Sc. in Mathematics from Southeast University, followed by an M.Sc. in Computer Science at South China Normal University, and culminating in a Ph.D. in Management from Sun Yat-Sen University, Dr. Gao has built a strong interdisciplinary foundation. His academic career spans nearly two decades, serving as Lecturer from 2007 to 2025 before being appointed Associate Professor in 2025. He has further enriched his international experience as an Academic Visitor at the University of Birmingham and Loughborough University in the UK. Dr. Gao has authored 4 indexed documents with 39 citations across 39 scholarly records, achieving an h-index of 2, reflecting his growing influence in the field. His research explores mechanisms shaping emergent industries, institutional policy, and social psychology in workplace dynamics, with notable publications in Transportation Research Part D, Current Issues in Tourism, and Technological Forecasting and Social Change. He has also led and co-led several provincial and national research projects, particularly on clean energy vehicles, decent work, and digital industry transformation.

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Featured Publications

"Cold waves and electric vehicle adoption: Evidence from Chinese cities"
"Air quality and tourism orders: a quasi-experimental study"
"Forecasting the development of Clean energy vehicles in large Cities: A system dynamics perspective"
"Effects of Public Funding on the Commercial Diffusion of On-site Hydrogen Production Technology: A System Dynamics Perspective"
"Technical or Non-technical Innovation: Transformation Given Consideration to Decent Work by Small OEM Manufacturers"
"Did Industrial Upgrading Restrain Decent Work in the GPN Context: Based on Evidences from Guangdong Province"
"Study Review on FDI’s Impacts on Host Country Decent Work’s Main Index"
"State action on Online game industry and business marketing decision"
"Comparable study on Dynamic advantage among regional digital entertainment industry cluster"
"The comparison Study on online game industrial international Competitiveness between China and Korea"

 

 

Shadi Hassanajili | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Shadi Hassanajili | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Shiraz University | Iran

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Early Academic Pursuits

Prof. Dr. Shadi Hassanajili laid a strong foundation in the field of chemical and polymer engineering through her studies at leading Iranian universities. Her academic journey began with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, where she investigated the use of PVC plastisol as a synthetic leather material. She advanced her specialization with a master’s degree in polymer engineering, focusing on polyurethane and polypropylene blends for blood bag materials. Her doctoral research in polymer engineering at Tarbiat Modares University centered on polyurethane and polycaprolactone blends as cardiovascular implants, marking the beginning of her lifelong engagement with biomedical materials and polymeric innovations.

Professional Endeavors

Over the years, Prof. Hassanajili has held several significant academic and administrative positions at Shiraz University. Her career began as an assistant professor and evolved into leadership roles such as Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Vice Chancellor for Education and Graduate Studies. Rising to the rank of professor, she has made lasting contributions to teaching and institutional development. Her long-standing commitment to higher education reflects her ability to balance research, leadership, and mentoring with excellence.

Contributions and Research Focus

Prof. Hassanajili’s research spans a wide range of areas including biomedical materials, rheology of polymers, nanocomposites, polymeric membranes for gas separation, and ferrofluids for oil spill remediation. She has pioneered work in developing smart polymeric stents with anticoagulation properties, self-healing coatings for anti-corrosion, and nanocomposite gels for water management in hydrocarbon reservoirs. Her patents in polymer-coated nanoparticles, gas separation membranes, and oil pollution devices highlight her innovative approach to solving industrial and environmental challenges. Her research reflects a deep integration of polymer science with healthcare, energy, and environmental applications.

Accolades and Recognition

Throughout her career, Prof. Hassanajili has been recognized for academic excellence and innovation. She graduated with distinction at both the bachelor’s and master’s levels, earning top ranks in her field, and received the prestigious Excellent PhD Thesis Award. Her recognition extends to her patents and funded projects, which showcase her ability to translate research into impactful technological solutions. These honors underscore her standing as a leading figure in polymer and chemical engineering.

Impact and Influence

Prof. Hassanajili has had a profound influence on both academic and industrial spheres. Her work in polymer-based biomedical applications has advanced knowledge in cardiovascular implants, scaffolds, and wound-healing technologies. In the energy sector, her contributions to enhanced oil recovery, polymer-enriched water systems, and nanocomposites have improved efficiency and sustainability. Her teaching of core courses in thermodynamics, rheology, polymer engineering, and fluid mechanics has shaped generations of chemical engineers, while her leadership roles have strengthened Shiraz University’s position in scientific research and education.

Legacy and Future Contributions

The legacy of Prof. Hassanajili lies in her ability to bridge fundamental polymer science with applied engineering for human health, industry, and the environment. Her patents, publications, and collaborative projects with national industries demonstrate her forward-looking vision. With continued engagement in nanomedicine, self-healing materials, and environmentally responsive polymers, her future contributions are poised to further impact healthcare innovations and sustainable engineering practices.

Publications

  • Thermal and mechanical enhancement of poly (methyl methacrylate) microcapsules using multi-walled carbon nanotubes and hydrophobic silica nanoparticles
    Authors: Abed Khavand, Fereshteh Ayazi, Shadi Hassanajili
    Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
    Year: 2025

  • Fabrication of rapid self-healing thermoset polymer by the encapsulation of low-viscosity unsaturated vinyl ester resin and methyl ethyl ketone peroxide for the corrosion
    Authors: A. Khavand, S. Hassanajili
    Journal: Polymer Bulletin
    Year: 2024

  • Development and characterization of bio-based polyurethane flexible foams containing silver nanoparticles for efficient dermal healing application
    Authors: M.M. Soltanzadeh, M.R. Hojjati, S. Hassanajili, A.A. Mohammadi
    Journal: New Journal of Chemistry
    Year: 2024

  • Enhanced Natural Gas Sweetening with Ultralow H₂S Concentration via Polycarbonate-Silica Mixed Matrix Membranes
    Authors: R. Sadeghi, S. Hassanajili
    Journal: Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering
    Year: 2024

  • Zoledronate loaded polylactic acid/polycaprolactone/hydroxyapatite scaffold accelerates regeneration and led to enhance structural performance and functional ability of the radial bone defect in rat
    Authors: A. Oryan, S. Hassanajili, S. Sahvieh
    Journal: Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
    Year: 2023

Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Shadi Hassanajili represents an exceptional blend of academic brilliance, pioneering research, and institutional leadership. From her early academic pursuits in chemical and polymer engineering to her current role as a professor and innovator, she has consistently advanced the boundaries of knowledge. Her contributions in biomedical polymers, nanocomposites, and environmental applications reflect both scientific depth and societal relevance. Her career stands as a testament to the role of dedicated scholarship in driving innovation, inspiring students, and shaping industries.

 

Muhammad Sualeh Khattak | Business, Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Sualeh Khattak | Business, Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Hong Kong

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Muhammad Sualeh Khattak laid a strong foundation for his academic journey through dedicated studies in business and finance. Beginning with his undergraduate studies in science, he transitioned toward management and finance, completing a Master of Business Administration with distinction and earning a gold medal for his exceptional performance. His commitment to advancing knowledge led him to pursue higher studies in management sciences and finance at the International Islamic University, Islamabad, where he excelled in both his master’s and doctoral-level research. His academic path reflects a clear trajectory of intellectual growth and an early inclination toward research excellence.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Khattak’s professional journey has been marked by significant teaching and research contributions across several prestigious institutions. He has served as a lecturer and assistant professor in multiple universities in Pakistan, imparting knowledge in finance, management, and business sciences. His academic expertise further extended beyond borders when he took on a postdoctoral fellowship at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, a role that underscores his international academic recognition. Through his diverse teaching experiences, he has nurtured students, guided future scholars, and contributed meaningfully to academic discourse in finance and management.

Contributions and Research Focus

At the heart of Dr. Khattak’s career lies a strong commitment to advancing research in finance and management sciences. His work spans critical areas such as corporate finance, financial management, behavioral finance, sustainable development, and intellectual capital. He has made notable contributions to understanding the dynamics between government incentives, corporate social responsibility, managerial competencies, and sustainable competitive performance. His research reflects a blend of theoretical depth and practical relevance, addressing pressing issues faced by small and medium enterprises, emerging economies, and global financial systems.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Khattak’s academic brilliance has been recognized through numerous awards and honors. He received a gold medal for securing the top position in his master’s program and was granted a fully funded indigenous scholarship for doctoral research under the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. His scholarly excellence has also earned him international research opportunities, including the IRSIP scholarship in Canada. Furthermore, his dedication to teaching has been acknowledged through awards such as the Best Teacher Award at Hamdard University. These accolades highlight both his scholarly achievements and his contributions to academia as an educator.

Impact and Influence

The impact of Dr. Khattak’s research extends across academic, professional, and policy-making domains. His publications in well-recognized journals address critical issues in finance, sustainability, and innovation, providing valuable insights for policymakers and business leaders. His teaching and mentorship have influenced countless students, equipping them with analytical skills and research capabilities to excel in the field of finance. By integrating cutting-edge tools such as SPSS, STATA, NVIVO, and AMOS in his research, he has enhanced methodological approaches in financial studies and inspired peers and students alike to adopt innovative techniques.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Khattak’s legacy is rooted in his dual role as a researcher and educator committed to building sustainable financial knowledge. His extensive publications, teaching expertise, and research collaborations have positioned him as a thought leader in finance and management sciences. Looking ahead, his ongoing postdoctoral research and future academic endeavors promise to shape innovative solutions for sustainable business practices and financial resilience in emerging economies. His career continues to evolve with a focus on integrating interdisciplinary approaches and influencing global academic discourse in finance.

Publications

  • Article: CO₂ detection using microwave metasurface-based antennas covered with carbon nanotubes

  • Authors: Alina Cismaru, Mircea Dragoman, Sergiu Iordănescu, Cosmin Obreja, Valentin Buiculescu, Hamza El Ghannudi, Cătălin Pârvulescu, Damir Mladenovic, Mihaela Carp, Oana Brâncoveanu

  • Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: B

  • Year: 2025

  • Article: Does access to domestic finance and international finance contribute to sustainable development goals? Implications for policymakers

  • Author: Muhammad Sualeh Khattak

  • Journal: Journal of Public Affairs (HEC Recognized X)

  • Year: 2019

  • Article: Probing the impact of intellectual capital on SME efficiency: the role of business model innovation

  • Authors: Muhammad Sualeh Khattak, Qianqian Wu, Muhammad Ahmad, Muhammad Anwar

  • Journal: Journal of Intellectual Capital

  • Year: 2024

  • Article: The role of managerial overconfidence in digital transformation and sustainable competitive performance in emerging SMEs: The role of digital culture

  • Authors: Muhammad Sualeh Khattak, Qianqian Wu, Muhammad Ahmad, Ibraheem Hattab

  • Journal: Business Strategy & Development

  • Year: 2024

  • Article: From cryptos to consciousness: Dynamics of return and volatility spillover between green cryptocurrencies and G7 markets

  • Authors: Saif Ali, Muhammad Naveed, Imran Yousaf, Muhammad Sualeh Khattak

  • Journal: Finance Research Letters

  • Year: 2024

Conclusion

Through his academic pursuits, professional endeavors, and influential research, Dr. Khattak exemplifies the role of a modern scholar dedicated to knowledge creation and societal progress. His work continues to bridge the gap between finance theory and practice, ensuring relevance for both academia and industry. With his ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability, he stands as a beacon of scholarly leadership, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations of researchers and practitioners in the field of finance.