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

Lingsheng Meng | Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Lingsheng Meng | Economics | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Lingsheng Meng | Economics | Research Scholar at Stanford University | United States

Dr. Lingsheng Meng is an accomplished economist whose scholarly work spans Development Economics, Labor Economics, Public Economics, and the Chinese Economy, with a strong record of rigorous empirical research and international academic engagement. He completed his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Maryland, College Park, following earlier degrees including an M.Phil. in Economics from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and a double major B.A. from Peking University, each contributing to his strong theoretical foundation and interdisciplinary insight. Throughout his professional experience, Dr. Lingsheng Meng has served in several influential academic positions, including Associate Professor roles at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Tsinghua University, Visiting Associate Professor at Stanford University, and Research Scholar appointments at leading research centers, where he has contributed to collaborative economic research projects focusing on labor markets, educational outcomes, poverty alleviation, and public policy evaluation. His research interests center on understanding how economic institutions, political structures, and demographic behaviors influence development trajectories, while his research skills include advanced econometrics, quasi-experimental methods, impact evaluation, and the analysis of large administrative and survey datasets. Demonstrating strong scholarly productivity, he has authored widely cited publications in major international journals, and his work has been recognized for methodological depth and policy relevance. His career achievements include participation in international research fellowships, contributions to cross-country development studies, and recognition for influential journal articles that have shaped contemporary debates in applied economics. Awards and honors associated with his academic contributions reflect his sustained excellence in research, collaboration, and policy engagement. In conclusion, Dr. Lingsheng Meng exemplifies a committed and impactful scholar whose interdisciplinary approach, analytical sophistication, and contributions to global economic research position him as a leading voice in his field, with continued potential for future innovations in evidence-based economic policy and development studies.

Profile: Scopus | Google Scholar

Featured Publications 

  1. Li, H., Meng, L., & Zhou, L. A. (2008). Political connections, financing and firm performance: Evidence from Chinese private firms. Journal of Development Economics. Citations: 2495.

  2. Li, H., Meng, L., & Zhang, J. (2006). Why do entrepreneurs enter politics? Evidence from China. Economic Inquiry. Citations: 658.

  3. Chen, Y., Li, H., & Meng, L. (2013). Prenatal sex selection and missing girls in China: Evidence from the diffusion of diagnostic ultrasound. Journal of Human Resources. Citations: 320.

  4. Meng, L. (2013). Evaluating China’s poverty alleviation program: A regression discontinuity approach. Journal of Public Economics. Citations: 216.

  5. Li, H., Meng, L., Shi, X., & Wu, B. (2012). Does attending elite colleges pay in China? Journal of Comparative Economics. Citations: 197.

  6. Zhou, G., Chu, G., Li, L., & Meng, L. (2020). The effect of artificial intelligence on China’s labor market. China Economic Journal. Citations: 149.

  7. Li, H., Meng, L., Shi, X., & Wu, B. (2012). Does having a cadre parent pay? Evidence from the first job offers of Chinese college graduates. Journal of Development Economics. Citations: 97.