Mohamed Ashraf | Composite Materials | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Mohamed Ashraf | Composite Materials | Research Excellence Award

Orthodontist at Ministry of Interior | Egypt

Dr. Mohammed Ashraf is an early-career orthodontic researcher contributing to evidence-based clinical orthodontics with an emphasis on treatment outcomes and diagnostic reliability. His research demonstrates international visibility through publication in a well-recognized orthodontic journal associated with the British Orthodontic Society. He has authored 2 Scopus-indexed research documents, which have collectively received 7 citations, reflecting emerging scholarly impact within the orthodontic research community. With a Scopus h-index of 2, his citation performance indicates consistent research influence relative to his publication volume. His work highlights methodological rigor, clinical relevance, and growing academic recognition, making him a suitable and promising candidate for the Research Excellence Award.

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Featured Publications

Shuvam Saha | Stitched Composites | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shuvam Saha | Stitched Composites | Best Researcher Award

Composites Engineer at M4 Engineering Inc. | United States

Dr. Shuvam Saha is a highly skilled researcher and engineer specializing in composite materials and structural manufacturing for aerospace applications. Holding a Ph.D. in Engineering with a concentration in Aerospace Engineering from Mississippi State University, he has focused his research on resin-infusion processes, stitched composites, and structural optimization for lightweight, high-strength aerospace components. His innovative patent-pending process, Heated Mold Z-Flow Aided Resin Transfer Molding, represents a major step forward in composite manufacturing efficiency and scalability. Dr. Saha’s research includes experimental and numerical analysis of through-thickness stitching, graphene-reinforced hybrid layers for cryogenic tanks, and advanced design of experiments approaches for material characterization. He has authored 11 peer-reviewed journal articles, 15 conference papers, and 2 patents under review, with his work widely cited and recognized internationally. His Scopus profile reports 109 citations, 23 documents, and an h-index of 7, reflecting the academic influence and sustained quality of his contributions. Beyond technical expertise, Dr. Saha has managed multi-million-dollar aerospace programs and collaborated with NASA, AFRL, and industry leaders to translate research innovations into manufacturable technologies. His integrated focus on design, process optimization, and real-world engineering applications positions him among the most promising early-career scientists contributing to the advancement of aerospace and composite materials research.

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Featured Publications

Alaziz, R., Saha, S., Sullivan, R. W., & Tian, Z. (2021). Influence of 3-D periodic stitching patterns on the strain distributions in polymer matrix composites. Composite Structures, 278, 114690. (Cited by 24)

Saha, S., Sullivan, R. W., & Baker, M. L. (2021). Gas permeability of three-dimensional stitched carbon/epoxy composites for cryogenic applications. Composites Part B: Engineering, 216, 108847. (Cited by 23)

Saha, S., Sullivan, R. W., & Baker, M. L. (2023). Gas permeability mitigation of cryogenically cycled stitched composites using thin plies. Composite Structures, 304, 116352. (Cited by 20)

Saha, S., & Sullivan, R. W. (2019). Strain distributions in bonded composites using optical fibers and digital image correlation. Proceedings of the American Society for Composites – 34th Technical Conference, (Cited by 13)

Shah, A., Saha, S., & Sullivan, R. W. (2019). Investigation of composite bond thickness using optical fibers. Proceedings of the American Society for Composites – 34th Technical Conference, (Cited by 11)

Shahida Kanwel | Smart Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shahida Kanwel | Smart Materials | Best Researcher Award 

Postdoctoral Researcher at Jiangsu University, China.

🌟 Dr. Shahida Kanwel is a dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher at the School of Management, Jiangsu University, China. She earned her Ph.D. in Business Management from Zhejiang University 🎓 and has since become a prominent voice in digital tourism, public health, and consumer behavior research. With over 542 citations, 13 SSCI/SCI publications, and international collaborations, Dr. Kanwel integrates psychological, behavioral, and environmental frameworks into her work 🌐💼.

She has contributed to both academia and industry, notably with the Hangzhou Global Cheongsam Day initiative 🎭 and healthcare service quality studies 🏥. Recognized with the Jiangsu Excellent Postdoctoral Program Award (2024) 🏅, she continues to publish impactful work and review for top-tier journals such as Scientific Reports and Frontiers in Public Health. Dr. Kanwel is a passionate researcher shaping the intersection of tourism, satisfaction, and sustainability 🌿📈.

Professional Profiles📖

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Education 🎓

📘 Ph.D. in Business Management

  • Zhejiang University, China.

  • Research focused on behavioral models in tourism, sustainability, and digital platforms 🌐✨

📘 Postdoctoral Research

  • Jiangsu University, School of Management 🏛️

  • Focus on interdisciplinary approaches combining SOR, TPB, and customer satisfaction frameworks 📊

📚 Throughout her academic journey, Dr. Kanwel has maintained high academic standards, published extensively in SSCI journals, and engaged in policy-relevant projects across China and Pakistan 🌍📑.

Professional Experience💼

Postdoctoral Researcher (2023–Present)

  • Jiangsu University, China.

  • Leading research in digital tourism, hospital satisfaction, and tourist behavioral models

Research Assistant / Lecturer

  • Experience in delivering undergraduate and postgraduate management courses

  • Guided students in research writing and publication 📚🖋️

Consultancy/Industry Experience

  • Worked on China’s Hangzhou Global Cheongsam Day project (2019–2020) 👘

  • Involved in applied research on healthcare service quality and environmental satisfaction in Pakistan and China 🌏

Research Focus 🔍

🥇 Jiangsu Excellent Postdoctoral Program Award (2024) – Awarded under Jiangsu’s Talent Fund Initiative for research excellence in postdoctoral studies.
🏵️ Honored by the Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture during Hangzhou Global Cheongsam Day 2020 for cultural and academic contribution 🎭.
🌟 Recognized by academic reviewer boards and editorial panels for research quality and peer-review excellence.
📝 Editorial reviewer for top-tier journals including Scientific Reports, BMC Health Services, Current Psychology, and Frontiers in Public Health.

Awards and Honors

🧭 Dr. Kanwel’s interdisciplinary research bridges tourist behavior, digital satisfaction, and public health service delivery 🧠🌐.
📈 Her work models behavioral intention using SOR (Stimulus–Organism–Response) and TPB (Theory of Planned Behavior), enhancing customer experience design in tourism and health care sectors 🏞️🏥.
🗺️ She studies environmental sustainability, emotional engagement, and social media’s role in tourist behavior, particularly in developing and emerging markets 🌿📱.
🤝 Her research has high practical value for destination managers, hospital administrators, and policy-makers, contributing to improved satisfaction, loyalty, and environmental awareness.

Conclusion ✅

Dr. Shahida Kanwel demonstrates a clear trajectory of excellence, interdisciplinary innovation, and rising global impact. Her research addresses critical societal issues at the intersection of digital transformation, behavioral science, and tourism—areas of increasing importance in today’s academic and policy landscapes. Her strong citation record, editorial roles, and international collaborations highlight her as an emerging thought leader.

Despite minor areas for development in scholarly output formats (books/patents) and international project leadership, her academic depth, innovation, and societal contributions make her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Publications to Noted📚

The influence of destination image on tourist loyalty and intention to visit: Testing a multiple mediation approach

Authors: S. Kanwel, Z. Lingqiang, M. Asif, J. Hwang, A. Hussain, A. Jameel

Journal: Sustainability 11(22), 6401

Citations: 289

Year: 2019

The effect of “women’s empowerment” on child nutritional status in Pakistan

Authors: A. Shafiq, A. Hussain, M. Asif, J. Hwang, A. Jameel, S. Kanwel

Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 16(22), 4499

Citations: 77

Year: 2019

Promoting OPD patient satisfaction through different healthcare determinants: A study of public sector hospitals

Authors: A. Hussain, M. Asif, A. Jameel, J. Hwang, N. Sahito, S. Kanwel

Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 16(19), 3719

Citations: 74

Year: 2019

Impact of tourism satisfaction and service quality on destination loyalty: A structural equation modeling approach concerning China resort hotels

Authors: A. Hussain, M. Li, S. Kanwel, M. Asif, A. Jameel, J. Hwang

Journal: Sustainability 15(9), 7713

Citations: 46

Year: 2023

Determinants of gender disparity in nutritional intake among children in Pakistan: Evidence from PDHS

Authors: A. Shafiq, A. Hussain, M. Asif, A. Jameel, S. Sadiq, S. Kanwel

Journal: Children 9(1), 7

Citations: 25

Year: 2021

The mediating effects of perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use on nurses’ intentions to adopt advanced technology

Authors: A. Hussain, M. Zhiqiang, M. Li, A. Jameel, S. Kanwel, S. Ahmad, B. Ge

Journal: BMC Nursing 24(1), 33

Citations: 14

Year: 2025

Green growth, economic development, and carbon dioxide emissions: an evaluation based on cointegration and vector error correction models

Authors: Y. Sun, M. Li, H. Sun, S. Kanwel, M. Zhang, N. Erum, A. Hussain

Journal: Energies 15(10), 3767

Citations: 9

Year: 2022

The influence of hospital services on patient satisfaction in OPDs: evidence from the transition to a digital system in South Punjab, Pakistan

Authors: S. Kanwel, Z. Ma, M. Li, A. Hussain, N. Erum, S. Ahmad

Journal: Health Research Policy and Systems 22(1), 93

Citations: 7

Year: 2024

Antecedents of Patient Loyalty: Exploring Mediating and Moderating Paradigms in Public Hospitals

Authors: A. Hussain, S. Kanwel, S. Khan, W.B. Alonazi, A. Malik, A.A. Khan

Journal: Patient Preference and Adherence, 527–542

Citations: 1

Year: 2025