Dr. Edouard Mbaya | Performance Management | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Edouard Mbaya | Performance Management | Research Excellence Award

Université de Kananga | Congo, Democratic Republic of the

The scholar is a medical doctor and public health specialist with extensive academic, clinical, and managerial experience in health systems strengthening. Academically trained in medicine, epidemiology, disease control, and vaccinology, their education reflects advanced expertise in infectious disease surveillance, immunization programs, and applied public health research. Professionally, they have served in higher education as a university lecturer and assistant, contributing to teaching, curriculum development, student supervision, and scientific research. In parallel, they have held key roles within the national health system, including epidemiological surveillance, clinical mentorship, hospital leadership, and coordination of priority health programs aligned with international standards. Their experience spans vaccination strategies, maternal and child health, emergency obstetric and neonatal care, data-driven decision-making, and health system governance. Research interests focus on vaccinology, epidemiology of infectious diseases, health service utilization, artificial intelligence in healthcare, and socio-economic determinants of health. Scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and ongoing research projects addressing pressing public health challenges. These contributions have earned professional recognition through academic appointments, leadership responsibilities, and scientific dissemination at national and international levels. In conclusion, the scholar demonstrates a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, capacity building, and research-informed policy, contributing meaningfully to the advancement of public health and healthcare delivery systems.

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Mr. Kiran Acharya | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Kiran Acharya | Public Health | Research Excellence Award 

New ERA | Nepal

Kiran Acharya is a public health specialist with extensive experience in large-scale health surveys, health systems research, and policy-relevant analysis in low- and middle-income country settings. He holds Master’s degrees in Public Health and Social Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, with strong academic grounding in epidemiology, biostatistics, health economics, demography, sociology, and development studies. With over a decade of progressive experience at New ERA, he has served in senior leadership roles including Deputy Director, Senior Research Officer, and Project Director, leading nationally representative surveys, impact evaluations, mixed-method studies, and further analyses for organizations such as USAID, WHO, UNICEF, the World Bank, ICF, and Global Fund partners. His expertise spans sampling design, survey implementation, health facility assessments, data analysis, visualization, and scientific reporting, with advanced proficiency in Stata, R, Python, SPSS, and GIS. His research interests focus on health system readiness, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health, non-communicable diseases, HIV/AIDS, vaccination equity, and health inequalities. He has published widely in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and contributed to major national reports. He has received recognition for academic excellence, including a best paper award at a national scientific conference. Overall, his work bridges rigorous evidence generation with practical policy and programmatic decision-making to strengthen health systems and improve population health outcomes.

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Mr. Idrissa Zida | Inequality | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Idrissa Zida | Inequality | Young Researcher Award

CEDRES/University Thomas SANKARA | Burkina Faso

Idrissa Zida is a dedicated Ph.D. student in Economics at Thomas Sankara University, Burkina Faso, specializing in Macroeconomics and Development Management. With a solid academic foundation including both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in the same field, his research focuses on public finance, income inequality, and sustainable economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. He has co-authored a scientific publication in Economic Change and Restructuring examining the effects of public debt on income inequality, exploring both direct and indirect transmission channels. Idrissa has gained valuable professional experience through internships and roles at the General Directorate of Economy and Planning, the Diocesan Communication Center, and L’Economiste du Faso, where he developed skills in economic analysis, research, and project management. As Deputy Secretary General of the Center for Studies and Research on Human Development in Africa (CERDHA) and President of the Youth Association for the Emergence of Zondoma (AJEZ), he actively contributes to academic and community development initiatives. His continued commitment to research, professional excellence, and social advancement underscores his ambition to contribute to the economic transformation and sustainable development of Africa.

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Zida, I., Ouedraogo, I., & Sawadogo, R. (2025). Effects of public debt on income inequality in sub-Saharan Africa: Exploring the direct and indirect transmission channels. Economic Change and Restructuring. Advance online publication.

Prof. Sanjeev Gupta | Digital Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Sanjeev Gupta | Digital Finance | Best Researcher Award

Central University of Himachal Pradesh | India

Professor Sanjeev Gupta is a distinguished academic leader and Professor of Management, currently serving as Dean of the School of Commerce and Management Studies at the Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Dharamshala, India. With over two decades of academic and administrative experience, he has held multiple key leadership roles, including Dean of several schools and Head of various departments in management, tourism, and business studies. Professor Gupta earned his advanced degrees in management and has built a reputation for academic innovation, institutional development, and leadership excellence in higher education. His research interests encompass strategic management, organizational behavior, human resource development, and higher education governance. He has contributed to several national and international conferences, journals, and policy discussions, focusing on management education and sustainable institutional growth. As a leader, he emphasizes participative governance, quality assurance, and community-oriented learning. Professor Gupta has received recognition for his academic leadership and contributions to management education in India. He continues to inspire students, colleagues, and academic peers through visionary initiatives that link education with social and economic impact, fostering excellence and innovation in the academic ecosystem.
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Verma, S., Gupta, S., & Batra, R. (2009). A survey of capital budgeting practices in corporate India. Vision, 13(3), 1–17.

Aneja, R., Yadav, M., & Gupta, S. (2024). The dynamic impact assessment of clean energy and green innovation in realizing environmental sustainability of G‐20. Sustainable Development, 32(3), 2454–2473.

Pradeep Kumar, V. D., & Gupta, S. (2023). Sustainable energy development through non‐residential rooftop solar photovoltaic adoption: Empirical evidence from India. Sustainable Development.

Gupta, S., & Kashyap, S. (2016). Modelling volatility and forecasting of exchange rate of British pound sterling and Indian rupee. Journal of Modelling in Management, 11(2), 389–404.

Gupta, S., & Kashyap, S. (2015). Forecasting inflation in G-7 countries: An application of artificial neural network. Foresight, 17(1), 63–73.

Mr. Idrissa Zida | Inequality | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Idrissa Zida | inequality | Young Scientist Award

Cedres/University Thomas Sankara | Burkina Faso

Idrissa Zida is a dedicated Ph.D. student in Economics at Thomas Sankara University, Burkina Faso, specializing in macroeconomics and development management. He holds both a master’s and a bachelor’s degree in the same field from Thomas Sankara University, where he built a strong foundation in research and economic analysis. His academic journey is complemented by active engagement in various professional and civic organizations, including serving as Deputy Secretary General at the Center for Studies and Research on Human Development in Africa (CERDHA) and President of the Youth Association for the Emergence of Zondoma (AJEZ). Idrissa has also gained hands-on experience through internships at institutions such as the General Directorate of Economy and Planning, Journal L’Economiste du Faso, and the Diocesan Communication Center. His research focuses on public debt, income inequality, and development policy in sub-Saharan Africa, as evidenced by his 2025 publication in Economic Change and Restructuring. Idrissa is passionate about promoting inclusive economic growth, policy innovation, and community development. With a growing academic and professional portfolio, he continues to contribute to sustainable development discourse and the advancement of socioeconomic research in Africa.

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Zida, I., Ouedraogo, I., & Sawadogo, R. (2025). Effects of public debt on income inequality in sub-Saharan Africa: Exploring the direct and indirect transmission channels. Economic Change and Restructuring. Advance online publication.