Emad Kazemzadeh | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Emad Kazemzadeh | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Dr Emad Kazemzadeh, Ferdowsi university of Mashhad, Iran

Emad Kazemzadeh is a dedicated researcher in Energy and Environmental Economics, recently completing a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran (2022-2023) under Associate Professor Narges Salehniaโ€™s supervision. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics (2022) and has conducted research at the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Emadโ€™s teaching experience spans Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and energy financing at Ferdowsi and Payam-e-Noor universities. He has also served as a research assistant for distinguished professors and presented at international conferences, including one on income inequalityโ€™s impact on ecological footprints. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ“‰๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ

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Educationย 

Dr. Emad Kazemzadeh is a dedicated Post-Doctoral Researcher specializing in Energy and Environmental Economics at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran (2022-2023) ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“Š, under the mentorship of Associate Professor Narges Salehnia. He completed a research course at the University of Coimbra, Portugal (2020-2021) ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ“ˆ, supervised by Professor Josรฉ Alberto Fuinhas. Dr. Kazemzadeh earned his Ph.D. in Economics, focusing on energy and environmental topics, from Ferdowsi University (2016-2022) ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒฑ. His academic journey began with an M.Sc. in Economics from Sistan and Baluchestan University (2012) and a B.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Farhangian (2008) โž•๐Ÿ“.

Experience

Emad Kazemzadeh has been actively engaged in teaching a range of B.Sc. economics courses across Iran. Currently, he teaches Microeconomics I and Principles of Economics (3 units) at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2023โ€“2024). Previously, he lectured on Financing and Energy Contracts at the same institution (2021โ€“2023) and Principles of Economics (2 units) in 2022. Emad also taught Macroeconomics I and Microeconomics I and II at Payam-e-Noor University in Ilam, Darreshahr, from 2016 to 2018. His experience highlights his commitment to shaping future economists. ๐Ÿ“˜๐Ÿ“Šโœจ

Conferences and presentations

In a recent seminar at the University of Coimbra, Portugal, the focus was on “The Impact of Income Inequality and Economic Complexity on Ecological Footprint,” analyzing these factors over an extended period ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“‰. Additionally, research on Iranโ€™s business landscape was presented at the First International Conference on Economics, Management, Accounting, and Social Sciences, titled “Investigation of the Business Environment in Iran and the Introduction of Influential Institutions” ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท. At the Second International Conference on Future Research, Management, and Economic Development, insights were shared through “Analysis of Business Partners of Iranโ€™s Automobile Market,” highlighting market trends and partnerships in this sector ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ“ˆ.

Awards

Dr. Emad Kazemzadeh was honored as Iran’s Best Researcher by the Ministry of Education in 2023 ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท. Known for his dedication to advancing educational research and innovation ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”, Dr. Kazemzadeh has made significant contributions that shape the academic landscape of Iran. His work emphasizes progressive learning methods, student engagement strategies, and impactful educational policies ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ’ก. This recognition highlights his role as a thought leader in the field, inspiring educators and researchers nationwide ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ. Dr. Kazemzadehโ€™s achievements reflect his commitment to fostering a brighter future for Iran’s education system and its learners ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ“–.

Research focus

Ehsan Kazemzadeh’s research primarily focuses on environmental economics, exploring the interactions between income inequality, economic complexity, renewable energy, and ecological sustainability ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“‰. His studies analyze the ecological footprint and how factors like globalization, renewable energy policies, and energy efficiency impact sustainability in emerging economies and Latin American countries ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”‹. Kazemzadehโ€™s work also investigates the effectiveness of electric and hybrid vehicles in reducing emissions, using complex models and quantitative methods like quantile regression and data envelopment analysis. His research provides vital insights for policymakers aiming to balance economic growth with ecological preservation and cleaner energy solutions ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ’จ๐Ÿ“Š.

Publication top notes

The impact of income inequality and economic complexity on ecological footprint: an analysis covering a long-time span

The impact of renewable energy policies on deaths from outdoor and indoor air pollution: Empirical evidence from Latin American and Caribbean countries

Globalization, renewable energy consumption, and agricultural production impacts on ecological footprint in emerging countries: using quantile regression approach

Do energy efficiency and export quality affect the ecological footprint in emerging countries? A two-step approach using the SBMโ€“DEA model and panel quantile regression

Measuring the economic efficiency performance in Latin American and Caribbean countries: An empirical evidence from stochastic production frontier and data envelopment analysis

Effect of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles on PM2. 5 emissions in 29 European countries

Assessing influential factors for ecological footprints: A complex solution approach

Liming Ge | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Liming Ge | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Liming Ge, Shanghai Jiaotong University, China

Liming Ge is a dedicated PhD candidate at Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, following a Masterโ€™s from the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, where he ranked first in his major with a GPA of 3.8/4.0. His research focuses on low carbon development, highlighted in papers published in prominent journals. Liming has earned several academic honors, including national scholarships and multiple prizes in competitions related to energy economics and mathematical modeling. He actively participated in a significant National Social Science Foundation project, utilizing advanced data analysis techniques. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ“Š๐ŸŽ“

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Education

Pursuing excellence in academia, the individual completed a Masterโ€™s degree at the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology from September 2017 to July 2020, achieving a remarkable GPA of 3.8/4.0 and ranking first in their major. They received prestigious accolades, including the National Scholarship and the First-level Scholarship of the School. Currently a PhD candidate at Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (2020-2024), they maintain a GPA of 3.45/4.0 and were honored as an Outstanding Graduate of Shanghai and an Outstanding Student Leader at their previous university. ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ†

Honors

In 2021, He was honored with the Special Prize at the Seventh National College Students Competition on Energy Economics and secured the Third Prize at the Seventh National Academic Conference for Postgraduates in Economics. In 2019, He achieved the Third Prize in both the Fifth National College Students Competition on Energy Economics and the Ninth MathorCup College Mathematical Modeling Competition. My accolades also include the Second Prize at the Sixteenth “Challenge Cup” College Students Extracurricular Academic Technology Works Competition and the “SAIC Education Cup” in 2018. He received several Third Prizes in various mathematical modeling competitions, showcasing my dedication and talent in these fields! ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ“Šโœจ

Academic Conferences

In 2021, several notable academic events showcased emerging research in economics across China. The Third China Regional Economist Scholars Forum and the Third China Development Economics Preface Academic Symposium were held in Shanghai and Beijing, respectively, fostering discussions on regional and developmental economic issues. Additionally, the Third Jintai Young Scholars Forum and the Third China Energy Environment and Climate Change Economists Forum facilitated dialogues on industrial economics and environmental challenges. Other significant gatherings included the Seventh Annual Academic Conference of Graduate Students in Economics and the Green and Low Carbon Development Seminar. The Camphor Economics “Cloud Seminar” also contributed to this vibrant academic landscape. ๐Ÿ“Š๐ŸŒโœจ

Projects

In 2021, He participated in a Major Project of the National Social Science Foundation of China focused on promoting green development in energy supply and consumption. He contributed to the chapter on industrial cohesion effects and governance, utilizing Matlab, Stata, and ArcGIS for data analysis and empirical investigations. Additionally, He worked on the Humanities and Social Sciences Climbing Foundation project at the University of Shanghai, analyzing total factor energy productivity across Chinese cities. In 2018, Her helped compile a monograph on the sustainable development of resource-based cities, and in 2017, He wrote two papers for a project on smog control and economic transformation. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ“Šโœ๏ธ

Research focus

Based on the provided articles, Ge, L.’s research focuses on the intersection of environmental sustainability and economic development, particularly in urban contexts. Key themes include green technology innovation, the role of government governance in fostering sustainable cities, and the impact of foreign direct investment on environmental outcomes. Ge’s work examines how policy frameworks and corporate practices affect green initiatives, exploring aspects like tax incentives, corporate governance, and low-carbon development strategies. This multidisciplinary approach highlights the importance of integrating economic policies with environmental goals to promote sustainable urban transformations. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“ˆ

Publication top notes

The role of digital infrastructure construction on green city transformation: Does government governance matters?

The Impact of Foreign Direct Investment on Green Technology Innovation: Evidence from the Threshold Effect of Absorptive Capacity

 

 

 

 

Agnese Rapposelli | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Agnese Rapposelli | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Prof Agnese Rapposelli, University “G. D’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara, Italy

Dr. Agnese Rapposelli is a Senior Assistant Professor of Economic Statistics at “G. d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy, since November 2021. She holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from the same university and achieved National Scientific Qualification as Associate Professor in 2017. Her research focuses on dynamic methodologies for evaluating complex systems, statistical models for spatial analysis, and the impact of environmental pollution on health ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“Š. Dr. Rapposelli has also been a visiting scholar at Warwick Business School and holds professional qualifications as a chartered accountant and accounting auditor.

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Education

๐ŸŽ“ Achieving academic excellence, I earned a Ph.D. in Statistics from “G. dโ€™Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy, with a thesis on efficiency evaluation and Data Envelopment Analysis under Prof. Mauro Coliโ€™s guidance in April 2006. I previously completed a Laurea in Economics, summa cum laude, at the same university in July 2002, finishing in 3.5 years instead of 4. My high school journey culminated in a Scientific Lyceum diploma with a focus on lab courses and languages (French/English), scoring 54/60 in July 1998. Professionally, I am a certified Chartered Accountant since November 2012 and an Accounting Auditor since January 2014. ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿ“šโœˆ๏ธ

Experience

Dr. Agnese Rapposelli has been a dedicated lecturer at “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy. Since 2013, they have taught courses in Statistics, Econometrics, and Quantitative Methods, all held in English. ๐Ÿ“Š From 2019-2024, Dr. [Name] taught Statistics and Basic Econometrics for the PhD in Accounting, Management, and Business Economics program. ๐Ÿ“ˆ In 2014-2015, they lectured on Quantitative and Qualitative Methods in Management and Business Administration. ๐Ÿ“š Additionally, in 2013-2014, they focused on Econometric Methods in Finance and Business Administration. ๐Ÿ“‰ Their commitment to education and expertise in these fields have made them a valuable asset to the university. ๐ŸŽ“

Research project

From 2024-2025, I serve as Principal Investigator for the University of Chieti-Pescara’s PRIN 2022 PNRR project on the circular economy through the lens of mathematics for signal processing ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ”„. In 2022, I investigated statistical models for spatial analysis ๐Ÿ“Š๐ŸŒ, and in 2021, I focused on spatial-temporal models to examine environmental pollution’s impact on human health ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿงฌ. From 2020 to 2019, my research analyzed corporate governance and financial performance ๐Ÿ“ˆ๐Ÿข. Earlier, from 2007-2013, I participated in evaluating complex systems ๐Ÿงฉ. In 2007-2008, I evaluated airline efficiency โœˆ๏ธ, and in 2002-2003, I worked on strategic planning and performance measurement for Air One SpA ๐Ÿ“‰๐Ÿ“Š.

Awards

From 2024-2025, I served as the Principal Investigator for the PRIN 2022 PNRR research project โ€œCircular Economy from the Mathematics for Signal Processing Perspectiveโ€ at the University of Chieti-Pescara. I received the Best ItAIS Conference Paper award for my study on carbon emissions and economic growth, presented in 2022. My work on waste sector efficiency earned special mentions at international workshops in 2021 and 2022. I also won the Best Track Award in 2021. In 2020 and 2019, I was ranked first in my department for MIUR research funds based on scientific production. ๐Ÿ“Š๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ†

Research focus

A Rapposelli’s research focuses primarily on environmental efficiency and waste management, as well as the inclusion of disabled individuals in the labor market. His work involves evaluating the joint environmental and cost performance of municipal waste systems, the impact of green technology and environmental policies on ecological footprints, and the efficiency of urban waste services. Additionally, Rapposelli has conducted significant research on the employment of disabled people in Italy, analyzing the effectiveness of laws and policies aimed at their inclusion. His studies employ methods such as data envelopment analysis to assess efficiency and policy implications. ๐ŸŒโ™ป๏ธ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿฆฝ๐Ÿ“Š

Publication top notes

Evaluating joint environmental and cost performance in municipal waste management systems through data envelopment analysis: Scale effects and policy implications

Improving waste production and recycling through zero-waste strategy and privatization: An empirical investigation

The impact of green technology innovation, environmental taxes, and renewable energy consumption on ecological footprint in Italy: Fresh evidence from novel dynamic ARDLย โ€ฆ

Monitoring environmental efficiency: an application to Italian provinces

Inclusion of disabled people in the Italian labour market: an efficiency analysis of law 68/1999 at regional level

Efficiency evaluation in an airline company: some empirical results

Employment of disabled people in the private sector. An analysis at the level of Italian Provinces according to article 13 of law 68/1999

The factors affecting Italian provincesโ€™ separate waste-collection rates: An empirical investigation

Assessing efficiency of urban waste services and the role of tariff in a circular economy perspective: An empirical application for Italian municipalities

Regional performance trends in providing employment for persons with disabilities: Evidence from Italy