Prof Dr. Yu Luo | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Published on 09/01/202609/01/2026 by Leadership and Management

Prof Dr. Yu Luo | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Tianjin University | China

Yu Luo is a Full Professor and a leading scholar in antennas theory and technology, recognized for his impactful contributions to millimeter-wave and terahertz systems. He earned his B.Eng. and Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from South China University of Technology, building a strong foundation in advanced electromagnetic theory and antenna design. His academic experience includes international research appointments at the University of Macau, the University of Victoria (Canada), and the National University of Singapore, which enriched his global research perspective. Since joining Tianjin University, he has led multiple national-level research projects as Principal Investigator, focusing on multi-beam reconfigurable array systems, millimeter-wave transceiver integration, and broadband terahertz front-end systems. His research interests center on high-performance antennas, antenna arrays, millimeter-wave and terahertz technologies, and integrated front-end systems. He has published extensively in top-tier SCI journals, including IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, and authored an influential academic book while holding numerous Chinese invention patents. His work has received wide international recognition through high citation impact, invited talks, and prestigious honors such as the ACES Young Scientist Award and inclusion among the world’s top 2% scientists. Overall, his sustained research excellence and leadership continue to advance antenna science and engineering globally.

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Featured Publications

Equivalent Transmission Line Model for Multilayered Uniaxial Dielectric-Magnetic Anisotropic Media
– AEU International Journal of Electronics and Communications, 2026 (Open Access)

A Gain and Cross-Polarization Discrimination Enhanced ±45° Dual-Polarized Base Station Antenna Using Nonuniform Compressed High-Order Mode Dipoles
– Microwave and Optical Technology Letters, 2025

Low-Profile MIMO Patch Antenna Combined With Solar Cell for 5G Green Communication
– Microwave and Optical Technology Letters, 2025

A Compact Self-Decoupled In-Band Full-Duplex Monopole Antenna Based on Common- and Differential-Mode Theory
– Electronics (Switzerland), 2025

An Ultra-Wideband Planar Lightweight Antenna With Solar Cells
– Microwave and Optical Technology Letters, 2025

Ms. Xinyu Li | Scientific Research | Research Excellence Award

Published on 30/11/202506/12/2025 by Leadership and Management

Ms. Xinyu Li | Scientific Research | Research Excellence Award

Chongqing | China

The researcher is a dedicated molecular biologist specializing in fungal genetics and stress-response mechanisms, with academic training grounded in life sciences and advanced study in genetic engineering and microbiology. Their research experience spans work in fungal physiology, gene function analysis, microbial stress adaptation, and biocontrol strain improvement, particularly focusing on entomopathogenic fungi such as Metarhizium acridum. They have contributed to studies examining DNA repair pathways, antioxidant defense mechanisms, metabolite regulation, and UV-B and heat-shock stress responses, including key findings on CsbD-like proteins and their roles in fungal thermotolerance. Their expertise includes bioinformatics, strain construction, gene deletion and complementation technologies, and Agrobacterium-mediated transformation. The researcher has been involved in multiple laboratory and field-focused projects aimed at enhancing fungal biocontrol efficiency, improving conidial production, and advancing sustainable pest-management strategies. They have received recognition for scientific excellence through institutional awards and research-based achievements. Their scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications, collaborative work across genetic engineering research centers, and participation in projects related to fungal adaptation and functional genomics. Overall, the researcher’s work supports scientific understanding of fungal stress biology and contributes to improving environmentally friendly biocontrol applications.

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Featured Publications

Zhang, Y., & Xia, Y. (2026). Quercetin enhances tomato seed germination via phenylpropanoid-dependent regulation of ROS, hormone signaling, and starch hydrolysis. Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 210, Article 110590.

Dai, H., Wen, Z., Xia, Y., & Jin, K. (2025). MaMsb2, a signaling mucin, is involved in conidiation, stress tolerances, and virulence in the entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium acridum. Virulence, 16(1), Article 2541708.

Hong, G., Yu, L., Ji, H., Cao, Y., He, Z., Liu, C., Xia, Y., & Peng, G. (2025). Microbiological control for mosquito larvae: Current progress and applications. Virulence, 16(1), Article 2569999.

Li, X., Li, K., & Xia, Y. (2025). MaCsbD mediates thermotolerance and UV-B resistance in Metarhizium acridum by regulating DNA repair, antioxidant defense, and protective metabolites. Journal of Fungi, 11(12), 838.

Qiu, R., Zhou, J., Cao, T., Xia, Y., & Peng, G. (2025). Transcription Factor MaHMG, the high-mobility group protein, is implicated in conidiation pattern shift and stress tolerance in Metarhizium acridum. Journal of Fungi, 11(9), 628. Cheng, C., Zhang, R., Wang, Y., Yang, S., Yu, W., & Xia, Y. (2025). Biocontrol potential of entomopathogenic fungi against plant-parasitic nematodes: A Caenorhabditis elegans-based screening and mechanistic study. Journal of Fungi, 11(5), 381.

Hong, G., Yang, M., Wang, S., Xia, Y., & Peng, G. (2025). Metarhizium acridum transcription factor MaFTF1 negatively regulates virulence by controlling cuticle penetration of locusts. Pest Management Science, 81(4), Article 8604.

Du, Y., Hu, M., Xia, Y., & Jin, K. (2025). Unveiling the functions of the Lim-domain binding protein MaPtaB in Metarhizium acridum. Pest Management Science, 81(2), Article 8488.

Wang, J., Zou, Y., Xia, Y., & Jin, K. (2025). MaNrtB, a putative nitrate transporter, contributes to stress tolerance and virulence in the entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium acridum. Journal of Fungi, 11(2), 111.

Mrs. Safiya Alshibani | Family Business Succession | Women Researcher Award

Published on 25/11/2025 by Leadership and Management

Mrs. Safiya Alshibani | Family Business Succession | Women Researcher Award

Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University | Saudi Arabia

Safiya Mukhtar Alshibani is an accomplished entrepreneurship scholar and academic leader with extensive expertise in strategic management, innovation, and entrepreneurial well-being. She holds a PhD in Entrepreneurship from the University of Western Australia, an MSc in Strategic Management and Innovation from the Dublin Institute of Technology, and additional qualifications in new venture creation and human resource management. With significant experience as Vice Dean of Educational Affairs and Assistant Professor, she has led major academic programs, international collaborations, and curriculum development initiatives across higher education. Dr. Alshibani has also served as a consultant for national institutions, contributing to entrepreneurship education, digital transformation, eLearning quality, and large-scale data initiatives. Her research focuses on entrepreneurial well-being, sustainable entrepreneurship, innovation, family business succession, digital transformation, AI adoption, and women’s entrepreneurship, with numerous publications in high-impact journals and international conferences. She has secured several competitive research grants and contributed to global projects such as GUESSS. Recognized for her contributions, she received the Best Entrepreneurial Pedagogy Research Paper Award (2025) and the Outstanding Leadership in Education Award (2024). Dr. Alshibani continues to advance entrepreneurial research and education through her scholarly work, leadership roles, and commitment to empowering future innovators.

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Featured Publications

Shaik, A. S., Alshibani, S. M., Jain, G., Gupta, B., & Mehrotra, A. (2024). Artificial intelligence (AI)-driven strategic business model innovations in small- and medium-sized enterprises: Insights on technological and strategic enablers for carbon … Business Strategy and the Environment, 33(4), 2731–2751.

Kautish, P., Siddiqui, M., Siddiqui, A., Sharma, V., & Alshibani, S. M. (2023). Technology-enabled cure and care: An application of innovation resistance theory to telemedicine apps in an emerging market context. Technological Forecasting & Social Change.

Al Halbusi, H., Popa, S., Alshibani, S. M., & Soto-Acosta, P. (2024). Greening the future: Analyzing green entrepreneurial orientation, green knowledge management and digital transformation for sustainable innovation and circular economy. European Journal of Innovation Management.

Shaik, A. S., Alshibani, S. M., Mishra, S., Papa, A., & Cuomo, M. T. (2023). Does learning from innovation failure enhance innovation performance? A quantitative investigation of small businesses. Technovation, 127, 102818.

Broccardo, L., Vola, P., Zicari, A., & Alshibani, S. M. (2023). Contingency-based analysis of the drivers and obstacles to a successful sustainable business model: Seeking the uncaptured value. Technological Forecasting & Social Change.

Dr. Kawtar Benkirane | Performance Management | Best Researcher Award

Published on 24/11/202524/11/2025 by Leadership and Management

Dr. Kawtar Benkirane | Performance Management | Best Researcher Award

Hassan II university, Morocco

Dr. Kawtar Benkirane is a scholar in management sciences whose work focuses on public sector performance, risk management, information systems agility, and digital transformation in organizations. She earned her doctorate in management sciences from Université Cadi Ayyad and previously completed a co-tutelle research program in engineering sciences at Université Savoie Mont Blanc in Grenoble, along with a Master’s degree from ENCG Marrakech, where she graduated first in her class. Professionally, she has served as a lecturer at several Moroccan institutions, including the Université Privée de Marrakech and FSJES Marrakech, teaching accounting, management control, budgeting, fiscality, and quantitative management techniques. She has also delivered training in communication skills, digital literacy, and doctoral exam preparation, and has served on academic recruitment juries. Her research is widely disseminated through international conferences and indexed publications (Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ, IMIST), covering topics such as risk culture, AI in public administration, performance drivers in state-owned enterprises, and information system agility. Dr. Benkirane has received several academic distinctions, including top-rank awards and recognition in national competitions. Her work contributes to strengthening governance, decision-making, and innovation within public organizations and emerging digital ecosystems.

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Featured Publications

Benkirane, K., & Benazzi, K. (2023). The role of leader’s social intelligence on firms’ organizational ambidexterity: Literature review. International Journal of Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Management and Economics.

Kawtar, B., & Khadija, B. (2025). The impact of risk management efficiency on organizational performance in state-owned enterprises and the mediating effect of supply chain maturity: Evidence from Morocco. Qubahan Academic Journal, 5(1), 405–428.

Benkirane, K., & Benazzi, K. (2024). Perception of the importance of internal audit effectiveness and its impact on organizational performance in public enterprises: Empirical evidence from Morocco. CECCAR Business Review, 5(9), 65–81.

Benkirane, K., & Benazzi, K. (2023). La culture du risque et les pratiques du management des risques dans le secteur public: Étude de cas de l’Office National des Aéroports. International Journal of Economic Studies and Management, 3(3).

Benkirane, K., Benazzi, K., & Berrah, L. (2021). L’intégration de la dimension digitale dans l’évaluation de la performance globale des entreprises publiques: Étude de cas d’une entreprise publique marocaine. International Journal of Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Management and Economics.

Watson, D. S., Krutzinna, J., Bruce, I. N., Griffiths, C. E. M., McInnes, I. B., Barnes, M. R., et al. (2025). [Preprint not peer reviewed].

Benkirane, K. (2025). An information systems agility model: A systematic literature review and double case study. Tuijin Jishu/Journal of Propulsion Technology, 46(1), 332.

Benkirane, K. (2024). Inductors of performance in the public sector: A systematic literature review employing PRISMA guidelines. Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences, 22(2), 16356–16374.

Kawtar, B., & Khadija, B. (2022). An inventory of risk management practices and culture in the public sector: A case study. Special Education, 2(43).

Dr. Gregory Schneider-Maunoury | Ethical Leadership | Sustainable Business Leadership Award

Published on 24/11/2025 by Leadership and Management

Dr. Gregory Schneider-Maunoury | Ethical Leadership | Sustainable Business Leadership Award

Universite Sorbonne Paris Nord | France

Grégory Schneider-Maunoury is a leading expert in sustainable finance, impact investing, and corporate sustainability strategy with more than two decades of professional and academic experience. He holds a PhD in Management Science with a specialization in environmental regulations and corporate strategy, supported by advanced training in climate transition plan analysis and sustainable finance auditing. Over his career, he has led innovation and sustainability initiatives across major financial institutions, including developing sustainable investment methodologies, designing green bond and impact fund frameworks, and advancing ESG integration for asset managers and corporates. As Founder and CEO of DEFIS IMPACT, he provides advisory services on climate transition assessment, social investment frameworks, and corporate sustainability reporting. His earlier roles include Chief Innovation Officer at Ethifinance, Head of SRI at Humanis, and senior research and analytical positions in ESG, SRI, and

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Featured Publications

Reynaud, E., Depoers, F., Gauthier, C., Gond, J.-P., & Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2011). Le développement durable au cœur de l’entreprise (2nd ed.). Dunod.

Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2000). Des petites entreprises très vertes. L’Expansion Management Review, 2000(3), 30.

Depoers, F., Reynaud, E., & Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2003). Comment mesurer la performance durable des entreprises? Proposition d’une grille d’indicateurs. Gestion 2000, 13–30.

Inard, C., Verrax, F., & Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2010). Comment concilier morale protestante et finance? Annales des Mines – Gérer et Comprendre, 99(1), 16–25.

Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2007). L’analyse extra-financière peut compléter ou améliorer l’analyse financière. Analyse Financière, 15–16.

Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2023). Is greenwashing a definition or only a hinderance of sustainable finance? SSRN Working Paper. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4507184

Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2011). Finance et développement durable. In Le développement durable au cœur de l’entreprise (2nd ed., pp. 117–171). Dunod.

Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2005). La responsabilité sociale des entreprises en Europe: Une étude empirique. Working Paper IAE CEROG.

Schneider-Maunoury, G. (2023). How socially responsible investment could contribute to the development of circular economy. European Review of Service Economics and Management, 2023(15).

Schneider-Maunoury, G. (1999). La responsabilité environnementale: de l’État à l’entreprise, en France et aux Pays-Bas, en Allemagne. L’Harmattan.

Schneider-Maunoury, G., & Joubrel, M. (2025). How to deal with tax avoidance in sustainable finance? In Contemporary Issues in Sustainable Finance: From Impact to Transparency. Palgrave Macmillan.

Schneider-Maunoury, G., & Bouchacourt, J. (2025). Sustainable finance and tax issues: How could advanced ESG analysis deter tax avoidance? Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 18(11), 653.

Dr. Jun Zhao | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Best Researcher Award

Published on 24/11/2025 by Leadership and Management

Dr. Jun Zhao | Decision-making and Problem-solving | Best Researcher Award

University of Arizona | United States

A researcher specializing in transportation systems, data science, and emerging mobility technologies, with expertise in developing simulation-based and data-driven frameworks to analyze travel behavior, system performance, sustainability, and equity outcomes. Educated in Industrial Engineering, Management Science and Logistics, and Transportation Engineering, with a doctoral focus on agent-based modeling and dynamic traffic assignment for optimizing personalized incentives in mobility systems. Professional experience spans academia, industry, and interdisciplinary research centers, including postdoctoral roles in civil engineering, transportation analytics, and mobility innovation, as well as contributions as a senior algorithm engineer working on large-scale urban computing applications. Research incorporates shared mobility, automation, electrification, traffic safety, AI-assisted asset management, behavioral modeling, real-time information systems, and multimodal performance measurement. Has contributed to multiple federally, state, and regionally funded projects, serving as PI, Co-PI, project manager, or key researcher across initiatives supported by transportation institutes, departments of transportation, and national research programs. Publications include journal articles, conference papers, and preprints on AI-driven mobility, travel behavior, incentive design, and pandemic-related mobility trends. Recognized for ongoing service as a reviewer for major journals and conferences in intelligent transportation systems. Dedicated to advancing safe, efficient, equitable, and sustainable mobility through innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and applied research.

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Featured Publications

Lee, M., Zhao, J., Sun, Q., Pan, Y., Zhou, W., Xiong, C., & Zhang, L. (2020). Human mobility trends during the early stage of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. PLOS ONE, 15(11), e0241468.

Xiong, C., Shahabi, M., Zhao, J., Yin, Y., Zhou, X., & Zhang, L. (2020). An integrated and personalized traveler information and incentive scheme for energy-efficient mobility systems. Transportation Research Part C: Emerging Technologies, 113, 57–73.

Zhao, J., Lee, M., Ghader, S., Younes, H., Darzi, A., Xiong, C., & Zhang, L. (2020). Quarantine fatigue: First-ever decrease in social distancing measures after the COVID-19 outbreak before reopening United States. arXiv Preprint, arXiv:2006.03716.

Ghader, S., Zhao, J., Lee, M., Zhou, W., Zhao, G., & Zhang, L. (2020). Observed mobility behavior data reveal social distancing inertia. arXiv Preprint, arXiv:2004.14748.

Zhao, J., Xiong, C., & Zhang, L. (2018). A joint-revealed and stated preference analysis of travel behavioral responses to monetary incentives. Transportation Research Board 97th Annual Meeting. Transportation Research Board.

Wang, L., Jiang, Z., Hu, C., Zhao, J., Zhu, Z., Chen, X., Wang, Z., Liu, T., He, G., Yin, Y., … (2025). Comparing AI and human decision-making mechanisms in daily collaborative experiments. iScience, 28(6).

Dr. William Chow | Conflict Management and Resolution | Best Researcher Award

Published on 14/10/202514/10/2025 by Leadership and Management

Dr. William Chow | Conflict Management and Resolution | Best Researcher Award

Beijing Normal – Hong Kong Baptist University | China

A distinguished scholar and economist, this researcher has made significant contributions to economic forecasting and policy analysis with a focus on China’s macroeconomic development. With a strong academic foundation, including advanced studies in economics and international relations, their career spans both academia and applied research. As a Part-time Research Fellow at the Center for China in the World Economy, Tsinghua University (2005–2010), they were instrumental in producing quarterly forecasts of the Mainland Chinese economy and presenting results in national press conferences, shaping public understanding of economic trends. Their research interests encompass macroeconomic modeling, international trade, fiscal policy, and sustainable economic growth. Over the years, they have published widely in peer-reviewed journals, with numerous citations reflecting their influence in the field. Recognized for their analytical rigor and innovative approach, they have received several academic awards for excellence in economic research and forecasting. Their ongoing work continues to bridge the gap between academic theory and policy implementation, contributing valuable insights to global economic discourse. Through their commitment to research and education, they remain a vital voice in advancing economic thought and fostering evidence-based policymaking.

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Featured Publications

Chow, W. W. (2025). Inflation cost of strategic goods export restriction: Evidence from dynamic spatial panel data model. International Economics and Economic Policy. Advance online publication.

Chow, W. W., & Fung, M. K. (2025). Relative ESG positions among OECD countries in the presence of international competition for FDI inflow: A gravity model perspective. Research in International Business and Finance.

Dr. Zeinab Ansari-Asl | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Published on 07/10/202507/10/2025 by Leadership and Management

Dr. Zeinab Ansari-Asl | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz | Iran

Dr. Zeinab Ansari-Asl is an Associate Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Iran. She earned her Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from Shahid Chamran University in 2014, focusing on the synthesis and modification of nanostructures of cyclotriphosphazene and Sn(IV) complexes with Girard-based ligands. She also holds an M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Tehran and a B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry from Shahid Chamran University. Dr. Ansari-Asl has served as Assistant Director of the Department of Chemistry and as a reviewer for several leading scientific journals. Her research interests span nanochemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, supramolecular chemistry, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), drug delivery systems, and catalyst development for green inorganic synthesis. She has published extensively in international journals and supervised numerous graduate theses in nanocomposites and MOFs. Her work has been recognized with multiple academic honors, including first-place achievements at the B.Sc. and Ph.D. levels and top ranking in Iran’s Ph.D. entrance examination. Dr. Ansari-Asl continues to contribute to interdisciplinary research bridging chemistry and biology, advancing innovative solutions in materials science and biomedical applications.

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Featured Publications

Neisi, Z., Ansari-Asl, Z., & Dezfuli, A. S. (2019). Polyaniline/Cu (II) metal-organic frameworks composite for high performance supercapacitor electrode. Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 29(6), 1838–1847.

Sacourbaravi, R., Ansari-Asl, Z., Kooti, M., Nobakht, V., & Darabpour, E. (2020). Fabrication of Ag NPs/Zn-MOF nanocomposites and their application as antibacterial agents. Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials.

Ramezani, M. R., Ansari-Asl, Z., Hoveizi, E., & Kiasat, A. R. (2019). Polyacrylonitrile/Fe (III) metal-organic framework fibrous nanocomposites designed for tissue engineering applications. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 229, 242–250. h

Nikpour, S., Ansari-Asl, Z., Sedaghat, T., & Hoveizi, E. (2022). Curcumin-loaded Fe-MOF/PDMS porous scaffold: Fabrication, characterization, and biocompatibility assessment. Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 110, 188–197. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jiec.2022.03.040

Neisi, Z., Ansari-Asl, Z., Jafarinejad-Farsangi, S., Tarzi, M. E., Sedaghat, T., et al. (2019). Synthesis, characterization and biocompatibility of polypyrrole/Cu (II) metal-organic framework nanocomposites. Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces, 178, 365–376. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfb.2019.03.051

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Belete Berhanu Kidanewold | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Published on 29/09/202529/09/2025 by Leadership and Management

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Belete Berhanu Kidanewold | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Addis Ababa University | Ethiopia

Belete Berhanu is an Associate Professor and accomplished researcher in water resources engineering and management, with a strong focus on surface water hydrology, rainfall-runoff modeling, and watershed hydroinformatics. He earned his Ph.D. in Water Resources Engineering and Management from Addis Ababa University, specializing in surface water hydrology, after completing his M.Tech. in Hydrology with a specialization in watershed hydroinformatics at IIT Roorkee, India, and a B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering from Alemaya University of Agriculture. With extensive academic and research experience, he has contributed to collaborative projects with international organizations such as SMHI, FAO, IWMI, IHE Delft, UMD, USC, and FIU, focusing on flood forecasting, water accounting, climate-smart agriculture, and model integration. His work spans multiple countries, including Ethiopia, Kenya, South Sudan, Rwanda, Somaliland, India, Israel, and the USA, underscoring his global research engagement. A member of professional associations such as EWPA and a national expert on GERD, he has demonstrated leadership in water resource management and policy advisory roles. His expertise extends to hydrological and decision-support models, GIS, and remote sensing, and he has received recognition for his contributions to strategic water management and capacity building. With an h-index of 13 and numerous influential publications, he continues to advance hydrological research and sustainable water management practices globally.

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Featured Publications

Berhanu, B., Seleshi, Y., & Melesse, A. M. (2014). Surface water and groundwater resources of Ethiopia: Potentials and challenges of water resources development. In A. M. Melesse, W. Abtew, & S. G. Setegn (Eds.), Nile River Basin: Ecohydrological challenges, climate change and hydropolitics (pp. 97–117). Springer.

Berhanu, B., Melesse, A. M., & Seleshi, Y. (2013). GIS-based hydrological zones and soil geo-database of Ethiopia. Catena, 104, 21–31.

Berhanu, B., Seleshi, Y., Demisse, S. S., & Melesse, A. M. (2015). Flow regime classification and hydrological characterization: A case study of Ethiopian rivers. Water, 7(6), 3149–3165.

Mamo, S., Berhanu, B., & Melesse, A. M. (2019). Historical flood events and hydrological extremes in Ethiopia. In A. M. Melesse & W. Abtew (Eds.), Extreme hydrology and climate variability (pp. 379–384). Elsevier.

Berhanu, E. B. B. (2018). Identification of surface water storing sites using topographic wetness index (TWI) and normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI). Journal of Natural Resources and Development, 8, 91–100.

Derib, S. D., Assefa, T., Berhanu, B., & Zeleke, G. (2009). Impacts of micro-basin water harvesting structures in improving vegetative cover in degraded hillslope areas of north-east Ethiopia. The Rangeland Journal, 31(2), 259–265.

Berhanu, B., Seleshi, Y., Demisse, S. S., & Melesse, A. M. (2016). Bias correction and characterization of climate forecast system re‐analysis daily precipitation in Ethiopia using fuzzy overlay. Meteorological Applications, 23(2), 230–243.

Mrs. Shardha Porwal | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Published on 18/09/202518/09/2025 by Leadership and Management

Mrs. Shardha Porwal | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Jaypee Institute of Information Technology | Noida India

Dr. Shardha Porwal is an Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) at Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida, with over 15 years of academic and research experience in computer science and engineering. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Jaypee Institute of Information Technology and an M.Tech. from Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal. Her research interests span cryptography, cyber security, data structures, algorithms, and network security, areas in which she has published extensively in SCIE and Scopus-indexed journals as well as in international conferences. With a Google Scholar h-index of 5, her research has been cited 114 times across more than 30 documents, reflecting her growing scholarly impact. She has supervised four M.Tech. theses and is currently guiding two Ph.D. scholars, demonstrating her commitment to academic mentorship and research development. Dr. Porwal is also an innovator, with three patents granted in the fields of cybersecurity, smart devices, and intelligent traffic management, and she has authored three books. Recognized for her contributions to research and teaching, she has also worked on practical industry projects such as developing a Smart Card Operating System based on SCOSTA specifications. Her career reflects a balance of education, innovation, and impactful scholarship, positioning her as a dedicated researcher and educator advancing secure and intelligent computing solutions.

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Featured Publications

“Performance evaluation of various resampling techniques on IRS imagery”

“Implementation of Ciphertext Policy-Attribute Based Encryption (CP-ABE) for fine grained access control of university data”

“A fully flexible key delegation mechanism with efficient fine-grained access control in CP-ABE”

“HE3: A hierarchical attribute based secure and efficient things-to-fog content sharing protocol”

“A threshold secret sharing technique based on matrix manipulation”

“A privacy preserving and efficient multi authority–CP-ABE scheme for secure cloud communication”