Assoc Prof Dr. Shiqi Guo | Innovative Leadership | Best Scholar Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Shiqi Guo | Innovative Leadership | Best Scholar Award

Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Shiqi Guo embarked on his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Sichuan University (SCU) in 2012, laying the foundation for a promising career in development economics. His quest for advanced knowledge led him to pursue a Master’s degree at the Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE), where he was mentored by Professor Pinghan Liang, further refining his expertise in economics. Eager to contribute to global development studies, Dr. Guo joined the prestigious Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (IHEID) in Geneva, completing his Ph.D. in Development Economics with the highest distinction, summa cum laude, under the supervision of Jean-Louis Arcand.
During his Ph.D., Dr. Guo expanded his horizons as a Visiting Fellow at Harvard University, where he was hosted by Richard Freeman. He also collaborated with international scholars during his tenure at the United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER), reflecting his early inclination toward impactful global research.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

Dr. Guo began his academic career at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) in 2021 as an Assistant Professor in the Antai College of Economics and Management. His innovative teaching and research methodologies earned him a promotion to Associate Professor in 2024. At SJTU, he has been instrumental in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring young economists.
Throughout his career, Dr. Guo has been actively engaged in advancing the field of development economics. His work spans applied microeconomics, policy analysis, and economic behaviors, making significant contributions to understanding complex global challenges.

📚 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Guo’s research portfolio highlights his commitment to addressing critical socio-economic issues. His key contributions include:

  • Development Economics: In his forthcoming paper in the Journal of Comparative Economics, Dr. Guo examines how foreign-assisted infrastructure projects impact local employment, particularly in Africa.
  • Environmental Economics: His research in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics explores the adverse effects of straw burning on urban air quality in China.
  • Behavioral Economics: His study published in the Games and Economic Behavior investigates in-group bias within prison systems, shedding light on social dynamics in restrictive environments.
  • Economic History: Dr. Guo’s analysis of unexploded bombs’ legacy on educational attainment in Laos, published in the Journal of Development Economics, offers unique insights into post-conflict societal recovery.
    Dr. Guo has also made impactful contributions to Chinese-language journals, addressing topics such as air pollution governance and workforce transformation in China. These works bridge the gap between academic research and policy implementation.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Guo’s scholarly excellence has earned him recognition on a global scale. His publications in top-tier journals like The Economic Journal, Journal of Development Economics, and Journal of Comparative Economics underscore his ability to address diverse and pressing issues. His rigorous research and innovative approaches have established him as a thought leader in development economics.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Guo’s work has a far-reaching impact, providing policymakers with actionable insights into economic development, environmental challenges, and social equity. His studies on foreign aid and infrastructure development in Africa, for instance, are instrumental in shaping international development policies. Similarly, his research on air quality and governance in China offers valuable guidelines for sustainable environmental practices.
Through his academic contributions and mentorship, Dr. Guo influences the next generation of economists, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to address complex global challenges.

🚀 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking forward, Dr. Guo is poised to expand his research portfolio to include emerging areas such as digital transformation in developing economies and the socio-economic impacts of climate change. His dedication to interdisciplinary collaboration ensures that his research remains relevant and impactful. As an Associate Professor at SJTU, he is committed to cultivating a culture of academic excellence and innovation, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of development economics.

With a strong foundation, significant achievements, and a forward-thinking approach, Dr. Shiqi Guo exemplifies the role of a global economist making tangible contributions to both academia and society. 🌟

📝Notable Publications

Winter is Coming: Early-life Experiences and Politicians’ Decisions

Authors: Guo, S., Gao, N., Liang, P.

Journal: Economic Journal

Year: 2024

Does Terrorism Make People Pessimistic? Evidence from a Natural Experiment

Authors: Guo, S., An, J.

Journal: Journal of Development Economics

Year: 2022

Corrigendum to “The Legacy Effect of Unexploded Bombs on Educational Attainment in Laos”

Authors: Guo, S.

Journal: Journal of Development Economics

Year: 2021

How Does Straw Burning Affect Urban Air Quality in China?

Authors: Guo, S.

Journal: American Journal of Agricultural Economics

Year: 2021

The Legacy Effect of Unexploded Bombs on Educational Attainment in Laos

Authors: Guo, S.

Journal: Journal of Development Economics

Year: 2020

In-group Bias in Prisons

Authors: Guo, S., Liang, P., Xiao, E.

Journal: Games and Economic Behavior

Year: 2020

Dr. Xuefeng Zhang | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xuefeng Zhang | Innovative Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Liaoning Technical University, China

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👤 Summary:

Xuefeng Zhang is a Ph.D. student in Civil Engineering and Environment at Liaoning Technical University. His research focuses on high-performance cement-based materials, durability of concrete, and the utilization of industrial solid waste. Xuefeng has contributed to multiple research projects and publications in leading journals and has received numerous awards for his academic excellence.

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and Environment (Sep. 2022 – Present)
    Liaoning Technical University, China
    Supervisor: Xiangdong Zhang
  • M.S. in Civil Engineering and Environment (Sep. 2019 – Jul. 2022)
    Liaoning Technical University, China
    Supervisor: Xiangdong Zhang
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering and Environment (Sep. 2015 – Jul. 2019)
    Liaoning Technical University, China

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Involved in multiple projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, including studies on geotechnical mechanics and material durability.
  • Researcher at the State Key Laboratory of Geotechnical Mechanics and Engineering.

🔬 Research Interests:

  • High-performance cement-based materials
  • Durability of concrete materials
  • Industrial solid waste resource utilization
  • Gob filling material

📜 Selected Publications:

  1. Mechanical properties and microscopic characteristics of fly ash–slag composite backfill (2023).
  2. Study on damage mechanisms in superabsorbent polymer-improved geopolymers (2024).
  3. Multi-scale quantitative characterization of deep coal pores and fissures (2024).

🏅 Awards & Honors:

  • Liaoning Technical University PhD Young Seedling First Prize
  • National First Prize at the China Robot and Artificial Intelligence Competition
  • First-class Scholarship, Liaoning University of Engineering and Technology
  • Provincial First Prize in the Chuanzhi Cup National IT Skills Contest (2023-2024)

 

Notable Publications

Flexural Characteristics of Tailings Cemented with Fiber-Reinforced Green Composite Cementitious Matrix

Authors: Zhang, X., Li, J., Pang, S., Su, L., Liu, J.

Journal: Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering

Year: 2024

Toughening Characteristics of Rubber Granule-Improved Alkali-Activated Slag-Stabilized Aeolian Sand

Authors: Zhang, X., Geng, J., Hu, G., Li, W., Zhang, X.

Journal: Construction and Building Materials

Year: 2024

Failure Mechanism of a Green Substratum Filling Material Based on Digital Scatter Analysis

Authors: Li, J., Zhang, X., Pang, S., Liu, J., Wei, X.

Journal: Construction and Building Materials

Year: 2024

Study of the Damage Mechanism on Mechanical Properties of Super Absorbent Polymer-Improved Geopolymers Under Dry–Wet Cycling

Authors: Zhang, X., Zhang, X., Li, J., Su, L., Liu, J.

Journal: Journal of Materials Science

Year: 2024

Retraction Note: Analysis of Fractured Soft Rock Characteristics in Fault Rupture Zones and Laneway Shoring

Authors: Zhang, X., Zhang, Y., Yang, J., Zhang, X., Fei, E.

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2023

 

Assist Prof Dr. ping she | Innovative Leadership |Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. ping she | Innovative Leadership |Best Researcher Award

Jilin University , China

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🌞Summary 

Ping She is an Assistant Professor at the College of Chemistry, Jilin University, specializing in the application of inorganic porous nanomaterials in photocatalysis. With over 48 published SCI papers and 10 patents (5 of which have been authorized), he has made significant contributions to photocatalytic research. He has been recognized with the 2024 Wiley Wei Li Gao Contribution Author Award and several provincial and national honors for young scientists.

🎓 Education

  • Doctor of Bionic Science and Engineering, College of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Jilin University (2014-2018)
  • Bachelor of Engineering, Food Science and Engineering, Jilin University (2010-2014)
  • Visiting Scholar, School of Biosystems and Food Science, Zhejiang University (2012)

💼 Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor, College of Chemistry, Jilin University (2021-present)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, Jilin University (2018-2021), part of the China Postdoctoral Innovation Talent Program

🔬 Research Interests

Ping She’s research focuses on inorganic semiconductor nanocomposite photocatalysts. His work explores photocatalytic hydrogen evolution, carbon dioxide reduction, and antibacterial applications using bioinspired and nanostructured materials. He continues to push boundaries in clean energy and environmental sustainability.

Notable Publications

Molecular Electrochemical Catalysis of CO-to-Formaldehyde Conversion with a Cobalt Complex

Authors: Singh, A., Zamader, A., Khakpour, R., Busch, M., Robert, M.

Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society

Year: 2024

Efficient Visible-Light-Driven Carbon Dioxide Reduction using a Bioinspired Nickel Molecular Catalyst

Authors: Zhang, J., She, P., Xu, Q., Bonin, J., Robert, M.

Journal: ChemSusChem

Year: 2024

Single-Layered Imine-Linked Porphyrin-Based Two-Dimensional Covalent Organic Frameworks Targeting CO2 Reduction

Authors: Arisnabarreta, N., Hao, Y., Jin, E., Mali, K.S., De Feyter, S.

Journal: Advanced Energy Materials

Year: 2024

Carbon Nanotube Heterogenization Improves Cobalt Pyridyldiimine Complex CO2 Reduction Activity in Aqueous Carbonate Buffer

Authors: Andrin, B., Marques Cordeiro Junior, P.J., Provost, D., Robert, M., Odobel, F.

Journal: Chemical Communications

Year: 2024

Backbone Engineering of Polymeric Catalysts for High-Performance CO2 Reduction in Bipolar Membrane Zero-Gap Electrolyzer

Authors: Li, G., Huang, L., Wei, C., Robert, M., Ye, R.

Journal: Angewandte Chemie – International Edition

Year: 2024

Prof. oded scheuerman | Change Management | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. oded scheuerman | Change Management | Best Researcher Award

schneider children medical center israel and tel aviv university, isreal

🔗 Professional Profiles

🌟Summary

Dr. Oded Scheuerman is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, and Head of the Department of Pediatrics B at Schneider Children’s Medical Center of Israel. He specializes in pediatric infectious diseases and has a profound interest in medical education and research in infectious diseases and pediatrics.

Education 📚

  • MD Degree: Hadassah Medical School, The Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel (1991-1998)
  • Pediatrics Specialization: Board Examinations (2004) [Passed with Excellence]
  • Subspecialty in Pediatric Infectious Diseases: Board Examinations (2016) [Passed with Excellence]

🏥Professional Experience 

  • Internship: Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Ramat Gan, Israel (1998)
  • Resident & Senior Resident: Department of Pediatrics A, SCMCI (1999-2004)
  • Senior Physician: Department of Pediatrics B, SCMCI (Since 2004)
  • Deputy Head: Department of Pediatrics B, SCMCI (2008-2020)
  • Chairman: Pediatric Division, SCMCI (Since 2017)
  • Head: Department of Pediatrics B, SCMCI (Since 2020)

🔬Research Interest

Dr. Scheuerman focuses on pediatric infectious diseases, particularly the activation of apoptosis in mutant and corrected Fanconi anemia cells. His work involves the intersection of cell biology and clinical pediatrics to understand and combat infectious diseases in children.

🎤Active Participation in Scientific Meetings 

Dr. Scheuerman has actively participated in and contributed to various scientific meetings, including the HIPAK Conference, Schneider Scientific Meeting, and the European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases Meeting, among others. He has delivered lectures, presented posters, and contributed to discussions on pediatric infectious diseases.