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.

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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

Hala Eltag Sirror | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Hala Eltag Sirror | Energy and Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Dr Hala Eltag Sirror, Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Hala Eltag Sirror is an esteemed architect and educator with a Ph.D. in Architecture from the University of Khartoum (2014). Currently an Assistant Professor at Prince Sultan University, she has held various academic roles in Sudan. Her research focuses on sustainable architecture and construction management. Dr. Sirror has earned accolades like the Best Paper Award (2022) and is a USGBC Faculty member and LEED AP BD+C. She is fluent in English and Arabic, and actively contributes to academic and professional communities. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿข๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”ฌ

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Education

Dr. Hala Eltag Sirror holds a Ph.D. in Architecture, Construction Management (2014) from the University of Khartoum, Sudan, with a thesis on โ€œThe Adoption of Performance Improving Management Concepts and Techniques in the Sudanese Construction Industryโ€ and an external examiner from University College London. They earned an M.Sc. in Environmental Studies (2002) with a thesis assessing the environmental impact of small-scale building materials production in Sudan. Their academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Architecture (1996), focusing on a “City of Culture” project. They excelled in their GCSE from the University of London, ranking 3rd in their school with 5 As. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŒŸ

Administrative Record

With a distinguished career in architectural engineering, this professional served as the Associate Chair (2020-2021) and Program Coordinator (2019-2020) of the Architectural Engineering Program at Prince Sultan University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ๐Ÿข๐ŸŒŸ. Previously, they chaired the Architecture Department at the National Ribat University in Sudan in 2015 ๐Ÿ›๏ธ. They coordinated the Master Program in Project Management at the University of Sudan for Science and Technology (2009-2010) ๐ŸŽ“. From 2003 to 2015, they supervised graduate student projects and served as the Design Studio Coordinator at the same university ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ“. Their leadership and dedication have greatly influenced the field of architectural education ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ“š.

Designated as USGBC Faculty in 2023, a global network of credible, qualified instructors with deep expertise in sustainability ๐ŸŒ. Recipient of the Best Paper Award at the ICSDI 2022 at Prince Sultan University ๐Ÿ“œ. Achieved Third Place in the Poster Competition at WiDS 2021 at Prince Sultan University ๐Ÿฅ‰. Honored with the Best Academic Performance Award in 2002 from the Institute of Environmental Science, University of Khartoum ๐ŸŒฟ. Part of the design team that won Second Place in an international design competition for Sudan Airways headquarters in 1998 โœˆ๏ธ. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy in 2020 ๐ŸŽ“. Completed the Higher Education Teaching and Learning Certificate Program at PSU in 2018 ๐Ÿ“š. LEED Accredited Professional in Building Design and Construction since 2017 ๐Ÿข.

 

Research focus

Hala Sirror’s research primarily focuses on sustainable architecture, environmental identity, and urban balance in Islamic and heritage buildings. Her studies include analyzing sustainable strategies in Al-Ula Heritage Village ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ›๏ธ, preserving environmental identity in Islamic residential buildings in the Hejaz region ๐Ÿก๐ŸŒฑ, and the significance of internal courtyards in mosque design ๐Ÿ•Œ. She also explores indoor environmental quality’s impact on productivity ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿข, market transformation towards sustainability in Saudi Arabia ๐ŸŒโœ…, and virtual reality in architecture education ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ. Her work often integrates climatic treatments for hot areas ๐ŸŒž and employs gravitational law to assess urban balance ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ™๏ธ.

Publication top notes

Sustainability in the Workplace: Evaluating Indoor Environmental Quality of a Higher Education Building in Riyadh

Lessons Learned from the Past: Tracing Sustainable Strategies in the Architecture of Al-Ula Heritage Village

PRESERVING AND SUSTAINING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IDENTITY OF ISLAMIC RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS IN THE HEJAZ REGION IN KSA

Demographic Analysis of the Makkah Province for the Purpose of Evaluating the Balance of the Urban System

Effect of Indoor Environmental Quality on Work Productivity in Educational Buildings: A Review.

Market Transformation Towards Sustainability in Saudi Arabia: A Comparison Between Mostadam And LEED Rating Systems

The use of Gravitational Law to assess urban balance: the case of Makkah region in Saudi Arabia

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