Han Zhang | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Han Zhang | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Qingdao University, China

Dr. Han Zhang is an esteemed academic currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Business School of Qingdao University, China πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³. With a Ph.D. in Applied Economics and postdoctoral research in Management Science and Engineering, Dr. Zhang contributes significantly to contemporary economic thought, especially in urban and rural development, green innovation, and defense economics. His scholarly pursuits are marked by interdisciplinary depth and practical policy relevance πŸŒπŸ“Š.

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πŸŽ“ Education

Dr. Zhang earned his Doctorate in Applied Economics, a discipline focusing on real-world economic applications πŸ“š. Following his Ph.D., he pursued postdoctoral research in Management Science and Engineering, deepening his analytical and strategic expertise. His academic foundation enables him to integrate economic theory with management practice for sustainable development and policy reform.

πŸ’Ό Experience

Since January 2025, Dr. Zhang has held the position of Associate Professor at Qingdao University’s Business School 🏫. His role encompasses teaching, research, and academic leadership, particularly in guiding studies on economic geography and innovation dynamics. His expertise bridges academia and government policy, ensuring his work contributes to real-world economic advancements.

πŸ”¬ Research Interests

Dr. Zhang’s research focuses on diverse but interlinked areas: Urban and Rural Economics, Spatial Economics, Economic Geography, Regional Innovation, Green Development, and Defense Economics πŸ“ˆπŸŒ±πŸ›‘οΈ. His interdisciplinary scope reflects a strong commitment to addressing economic disparities and fostering innovation through spatial and policy reforms.

πŸ† Awards

Dr. Zhang’s contributions have been recognized with prestigious grants and awards πŸ…. He received the Humanities and Social Sciences Youth Foundation from the Ministry of Education of China and the Social Science Planning Project award from the Shandong Province Federation of Social Sciences πŸŽ–οΈ. These honors underscore the national impact of his research.

πŸ“š Publications

Leveraging Environmental Information Disclosure for Sustainable Cities: Quasi-Experimental Evidence from China – Sustainability, 2025 πŸŒ‡
Cited by articles: Exploring sustainable policy impacts in urban China.

How do analyst attention and green credit promote corporate green innovation? – International Review of Economics & Finance, 2025 🏒🌿
Cited by articles: Green finance as a catalyst for innovation.

China’s Civil-Military Integration and Regional Defence Innovation – Defence and Peace Economics, 2024 πŸ›‘οΈπŸ§­
Cited by articles: Strategic synergies in defense economics.

Impact of air pollution prevention and control on urban green economy efficiency: evidence from China – Scientific Reports, 2024 πŸŒ¬οΈπŸ™οΈ
Cited by articles: Efficiency models in green urban growth.

Does expansion of college education benefit urban entrepreneurship and innovation in China? – Heliyon, 2023 πŸŽ“πŸ™οΈ
Cited by articles: Human capital and entrepreneurial ecosystems.

The ambient air quality standards, green innovation, and urban air quality: evidence from China – Scientific Reports, 2023 πŸŒ«οΈπŸ”¬
Cited by articles: Regulatory impact on innovation and air quality.

πŸ† Conclusion

Based on his strong academic record, impactful publications, successful grant acquisition, and active peer-review contributions, Dr. Han Zhang is a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work reflects innovation, policy relevance, and a dedication to sustainable economic development. With continued expansion into international forums and public impact, Dr. Zhang has the potential to become a globally recognized thought leader in applied and spatial economics. πŸ₯‡πŸ“–

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 πŸŒπŸ“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

πŸŽ“ Achieving academic excellence, I earned a Ph.D. in Statistics from “G. d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy, with a thesis on efficiency evaluation and Data Envelopment Analysis under Prof. Mauro Coli’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. πŸ“ŠπŸ“šβœˆοΈ

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. πŸ“Š From 2019-2024, Dr. [Name] taught Statistics and Basic Econometrics for the PhD in Accounting, Management, and Business Economics program. πŸ“ˆ In 2014-2015, they lectured on Quantitative and Qualitative Methods in Management and Business Administration. πŸ“š Additionally, in 2013-2014, they focused on Econometric Methods in Finance and Business Administration. πŸ“‰ Their commitment to education and expertise in these fields have made them a valuable asset to the university. πŸŽ“

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 πŸ”πŸ”„. In 2022, I investigated statistical models for spatial analysis πŸ“ŠπŸŒ, and in 2021, I focused on spatial-temporal models to examine environmental pollution’s impact on human health 🌿🧬. From 2020 to 2019, my research analyzed corporate governance and financial performance πŸ“ˆπŸ’. Earlier, from 2007-2013, I participated in evaluating complex systems 🧩. In 2007-2008, I evaluated airline efficiency ✈️, and in 2002-2003, I worked on strategic planning and performance measurement for Air One SpA πŸ“‰πŸ“Š.

Awards

From 2024-2025, I served as the Principal Investigator for the PRIN 2022 PNRR research project β€œCircular Economy from the Mathematics for Signal Processing Perspective” 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. πŸ“ŠπŸŒπŸ†

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. πŸŒβ™»οΈπŸ‘¨β€πŸ¦½πŸ“Š

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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 ARDL …

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 provinces’ 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