José Magano | Econometrics and Finance | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

José Magano
Affiliation Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa
Country Portugal
Scopus ID 57211559586
Documents 56
Citations 740
h-index 16
Subject Area Economics, Econometrics and Finance
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

José Magano
Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa, Portugal

José Magano is a Portuguese academic, researcher, consultant, and innovation strategist whose multidisciplinary career spans higher education, project management, sustainability, finance, tourism, marketing, digital transformation, and engineering. He currently serves as Principal Researcher at the Autonomous University of Lisbon and Integrated Researcher at the Research Center in Economics & Business Sciences (CICEE). His academic achievements combine extensive industrial leadership with internationally recognized scientific research, making him a distinguished contributor to contemporary management and sustainability studies.[1]

Abstract

José Manuel de Araújo Magano has developed an interdisciplinary academic profile integrating management science, tourism economics, engineering, sustainability, finance, digital marketing, innovation, and project management. His publications in internationally indexed journals address emerging global challenges including sustainable consumption, artificial intelligence, tourism development, financial literacy, engineering education, project governance, and digital transformation. His research demonstrates practical relevance while maintaining strong scientific rigor through empirical methodologies and international collaboration.[2]

Keywords

  • Project Management, Sustainability, Tourism, Marketing, Digital Transformation, Finance

Introduction

With more than three decades of academic and professional experience, José Manuel de Araújo Magano has established an international reputation through research excellence, university teaching, consultancy, entrepreneurship, and European project leadership. His multidisciplinary background enables the integration of engineering principles with business strategy and sustainable development, supporting innovation across higher education and industry.[1]

Research Profile

His research portfolio encompasses sustainable project management, consumer behaviour, financial wellbeing, tourism studies, AI applications, digital commerce, engineering education, renewable energy systems, innovation strategy, and organisational performance. He has supervised postgraduate research, participated in European-funded projects, and contributed to international scientific committees.

Research Contributions

  • Advanced sustainable project management research.
  • Published studies on AI, tourism, and digital marketing.
  • Conducted cross-cultural sustainability research.
  • Contributed to engineering education and innovation.
  • Led European collaborative research initiatives.

Selected Publications

  • Financial Literacy and Financial Wellbeing (2026).
  • Branding Sustainability Across Borders (2026).
  • Driving Consumer Engagement Through AI Chatbots (2025).
  • Consideration of Sustainability in Projects (2024).
  • Dark Tourism and Well-being (2023).

Research Impact

His publications have appeared in internationally recognised journals including Sustainability, Heliyon, Energies, Information, Tourism and Hospitality, Journal of Risk and Financial Management, Education Sciences, and Project Leadership and Society. His work contributes to sustainable development, digital innovation, tourism policy, engineering education, and responsible business practices.

Award Suitability

Based on his multidisciplinary scholarship, international collaborations, leadership in higher education, European research participation, consultancy experience, and consistent publication record, José Manuel de Araújo Magano demonstrates qualifications consistent with recognition under an Outstanding Research Award. His work reflects sustained academic excellence together with measurable societal and industrial relevance.

Conclusion

José Manuel de Araújo Magano represents an interdisciplinary researcher whose contributions connect engineering, business, tourism, sustainability, and digital innovation. His balanced combination of academic productivity, international collaboration, professional leadership, and applied research continues to support scientific advancement and evidence-based management practice.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus Author Details: José Manuel de Araújo Magano, Author ID 57211559586. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57211559586
  2. CIÊNCIAVITAE. (2026). José Manuel de Araújo Magano – National Curriculum Management System of Science.
    https://www.cienciavitae.pt/portal/en/BD1B-8B65-7FA5
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). José Manuel de Araújo Magano – ORCID Record.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2835-3169
  4. Magano, J., Silvius, G., Silva, C. S., & Leite, Â. (2021). Exploring Characteristics of Sustainability Stimulus Patterns of Project Managers. Sustainability, 13(7), 4019.DOI:https://doi.org/10.3390/su13074019
  5. Magano, J. (2021). The Contribution of Project Management to a More Sustainable Society: Exploring the Perception of Project Managers. Project Leadership and Society, 2, 100020.DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plas.2021.100020

Valentina Diana Rusu | Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Valentina Diana Rusu | Finance | Best Researcher Award

Dr Valentina Diana Rusu | Finance – Senior Researcher at Institute of Interdisciplinary Research in Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi, Romania

Dr. Valentina Diana Rusu is an accomplished Romanian economist and Senior Scientific Researcher (CS I) at the Institute of Interdisciplinary Research, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași. With over 15 years of academic and research experience, she has built a distinguished career that bridges economic theory, public policy, and entrepreneurial finance. Dr. Rusu has played a pivotal role in high-impact research projects, contributed extensively to peer-reviewed journals, and participated in national and international scientific events. Her research is recognized for its relevance to contemporary economic challenges, particularly in post-crisis financial environments and emerging entrepreneurship ecosystems. Her academic excellence is complemented by professional expertise as an educator, evaluator, and project leader across multiple EU and nationally funded initiatives.

Academic Profile

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Education

Dr. Rusu earned her PhD in Economics (2008–2011) from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, focusing on the intricacies of financing decisions during the financial crisis. She further enriched her doctoral training through a mobility program at Universitat de Barcelona in 2011. Her solid academic foundation includes a Master’s degree in Banking and Financial Management (2007–2008) and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Banking (2003–2007), both from the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration. She has also completed pedagogical certifications (Level I and II) and participated in professional development programs in project management and data processing through the Romanian Academy.

Experience

Over her career, Dr. Rusu has held progressive research and teaching roles. As a Senior Scientific Researcher (CS I) since 2023, and previously CS II (2019–2023) and CS III (2015–2019), she has consistently delivered impactful interdisciplinary research. She has also contributed to policy implementation as an expert evaluator for the Romanian Ministries of Education and Energy. Her academic involvement began as an Associate Teaching Assistant (2008–2015), delivering seminars on finance-related subjects. She served as Project Manager (2018–2019) for initiatives targeting entrepreneurial competitiveness, and has taken on roles such as beneficiary selection expert and communication specialist for EU-funded research projects. Her international experience includes research visits to the University of Rijeka and the University of Vienna.

Research Interests

Dr. Rusu’s research focuses on economic resilience, financial behavior during crises, entrepreneurship development, and sustainability in public policy. She has made significant contributions to understanding firm-level financing decisions, the socio-economic impact of financial shocks, and the effectiveness of entrepreneurship as a tool for economic revitalization. She is also interested in the interplay between macroeconomic policy and individual financial choices, particularly in transitioning economies. Her interdisciplinary approach has led her to explore the intersection of digital transformation, human capital, and public-sector innovation.

Awards

Dr. Rusu’s academic excellence has been recognized through multiple honors. She has received six research awards from UEFISCDI (Executive Unit for Financing Higher Education, Research, Development and Innovation in Romania) for publishing papers in Q2 Web of Science-indexed journals. Additionally, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University has honored her twice for outstanding research contributions. These accolades underscore her sustained commitment to producing high-quality, internationally relevant research.

Publications 📚🧠

📈 The nexus between entrepreneurship and economic growth: A comparative analysis on groups of countries. O. Stoica, A. Roman, V.D. Rusu
Sustainability, 2020
Cited by: 368
🚀 Entrepreneurial activity in the EU: An empirical evaluation of its determinants. V.D. Rusu, A. Roman
Sustainability, 2017
Cited by: 133
🌍 An empirical analysis of factors affecting competitiveness of CEE countries. V.D. Rusu, A. Roman
Economic Research-Ekonomska Istraživanja, 2018
Cited by: 122
💹 Financial performance – determinants and interdependencies between measurement indicators. M.B. Tudose, V.D. Rusu, S. Avasilcai
Business, Management and Economics Engineering, 2022
Cited by: 83
💻 Digital Technologies and the Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises. A. Roman, V.D. Rusu
Studies in Business and Economics, 2022
Cited by: 44
🧠 Determinants of entrepreneurial intentions of youth: the role of access to finance. V.D. Rusu, A. Roman, M.B. Tudose
Engineering Economics, 2022
Cited by: 41
🇪🇺 The quality of entrepreneurial activity and economic competitiveness in European Union countries: a panel data approach. V.D. Rusu, A. Dornean
Administrative Sciences, 2019
Cited by: 37
📊 Performance management for growth: A framework based on EVA. M.B. Tudose, V.D. Rusu, S. Avasilcai
Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 2021
Cited by: 28
💰 Public debt and economic growth in EU countries. M. Onofrei, I. Bostan, B.N. Firtescu, A. Roman, V.D. Rusu
Economies, 2022
Cited by: 24
🏦 The Access of Small and Medium Size Enterprises to Banking Financing and Current Challenges: The Case of EU Countries. A. Roman, V.D. Rusu
Annales Universitatis Apulensis: Series Oeconomica, 2012
Cited by: 21

Conclusion

Dr. Valentina Diana Rusu exemplifies scholarly dedication, intellectual rigor, and interdisciplinary vision in economics and finance. Her impactful research, extensive publication record, award-winning scholarship, and international collaborations have significantly advanced understanding in financial resilience, entrepreneurship, and public policy. Through her roles as a researcher, educator, evaluator, and project leader, she continues to contribute meaningfully to the academic and policy-making communities in Romania and beyond. Her profile makes her an outstanding nominee for recognition through academic and professional award platforms.

Wei Wei | International Empirical Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Wei Wei | International Empirical Finance | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D. candidate at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United Stated

Wei Wei is an emerging scholar in the field of corporate finance, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Her research interests span corporate finance, financial reporting quality, and FinTech, particularly the application of machine learning in finance. Wei is recognized for her analytical approach to addressing complex financial issues and has made substantial contributions to understanding corporate financial behavior, including topics such as short interest analysis and the financial risks associated with delisting U.S.-listed Chinese companies. With a strong academic foundation and several published papers, Wei is on a promising path to becoming a leading voice in the finance field.

Profile

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Education

Wei Wei’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics, where she developed a strong foundation in financial theory. During her undergraduate studies, she gained international exposure as an exchange student at the University of Kansas. She continued to advance her education with a Master of Science in Finance from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. Currently, she is a Ph.D. candidate in Business Administration (Finance) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where she is expected to graduate in 2025. Wei’s education has provided her with both theoretical insights and practical research skills, which she utilizes to tackle some of the most pressing issues in corporate finance and financial reporting.

Experience

Throughout her academic career, Wei Wei has demonstrated a strong commitment to research and teaching. She is an independent lecturer at UNC Charlotte, where she teaches courses in financial management. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Wei has served as a teaching assistant for several advanced finance courses, including Corporate Risk Management and Financial Economic Theory. Her teaching experience, combined with her research expertise, positions her as a well-rounded academic professional. She also has industry experience from internships at China Construction Bank and LIANCHU Securities Co., Ltd., where she gained practical knowledge of financial markets and risk management. These diverse experiences have enriched her understanding of both academic and real-world financial challenges.

Research Interest

Wei Wei’s research interests lie at the intersection of corporate finance, financial reporting quality, and the emerging field of FinTech. She has a particular focus on understanding how machine learning and advanced data analytics can be applied to solve complex financial problems. One of her most prominent research topics is the role of short interest in financial reporting misstatements. Her findings suggest that short sellers have a strong ability to process public information, rather than relying on insider knowledge, which has significant implications for market transparency and regulation. Additionally, Wei’s research delves into corporate diversity initiatives, examining how companies have responded to social pressures post-George Floyd, particularly in their efforts around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Her work blends financial analysis with social science, using natural language processing (NLP) to analyze corporate communications and performance.

Awards

Wei Wei’s dedication to academic excellence has been recognized through various awards and honors. She is a recipient of the Ph.D. Graduate Fellowship from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, an award she has held since 2020. Additionally, she has received the Conference Travel Grant for presenting her research at major academic conferences such as SWFA and FMA. Her achievements during her master’s studies at the University of Minnesota were also acknowledged with a Merit Fellowship, and she was awarded an International Student Scholarship during her exchange program at the University of Kansas. Wei’s early career has been marked by academic recognition, and she continues to build on her research and teaching success.

Publications

The Cost of Potential Delisting of U.S.-Listed Chinese Companies – Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 2024. Cited by 5 articles.

Short Interest and Financial Reporting Misstatements: Predictive or Processing Ability of Short Sellers – Journal of Financial Economics, 2024. Submitted.

Evolution and Impact of DEI Platforms in S&P 500 Firms Post-George Floyd – Global Ecology and Conservation, 2023. Cited by 10 articles.

High on Hemp: The Rise and Fall of Canopy Growth Corporation – Journal of Forensic and Investigative Accounting, 2023. Cited by 3 articles.

Predicting the Invasion Risk of Non-Native Species – Journal for Nature Conservation, 2022. Cited by 7 articles.

Niche Modelling of the Egyptian Vulture in Iran – Bird Conservation International, 2019. Cited by 8 articles.

Conservation of Pleske’s Racerunner in a Changing Climate – Annales Zoologici Fennici, 2019. Cited by 4 articles.

Landscape Connectivity for Mammalian Megafauna – Global Ecology and Conservation, 2021. Cited by 12 articles.

Assessing Climate Change Risks to Grass Species – Plant Signaling & Behavior, 2021. Cited by 6 articles.

Predicting Potential Sites for Drought-Tolerant Plants – Journal of Applied Botany and Food Quality, 2020. Cited by 11 articles.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Wei Wei is an outstanding researcher with a strong foundation in corporate finance and financial reporting quality, complemented by her innovative work in FinTech and DEI. Her research productivity, teaching excellence, and growing publication record make her a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a focus on improving the breadth of her research and enhancing her presence in top-tier publications and academic leadership, Wei Wei is poised to make significant contributions to finance and academia in the years to come.