Hasith Victar | Business Management | Best Paper Award

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Hasith Victar
Affiliation UNSW
Country Australia
Scopus ID 57876906000
Documents 16
Citations 74
h-index 4
Subject Area Business Management and Accounting
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

Hasith Victar
UNSW, Australia

Hasith Victar is a Sri Lankan-born researcher and academic specializing in construction management, circular economy applications, blockchain-enabled construction systems, sustainability, and modular construction. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy at UNSW Sydney, he has established a research portfolio focused on improving resource efficiency and sustainable development within the built environment.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an overview of the academic achievements and scholarly contributions of Hasith Chathuranga Victar. His research emphasizes circular economy implementation, waste minimization strategies, construction innovation, and sustainable project delivery. Through journal publications, conference presentations, and interdisciplinary collaborations, he has contributed to advancing sustainability-oriented construction management practices.[2]

Keywords

Construction Management, Circular Economy, Blockchain, Sustainable Construction, Modular Construction, Waste Management, Quantity Surveying, Built Environment.

Introduction

Victar’s academic journey reflects a strong commitment to sustainable construction and innovation. His educational achievements include a First-Class Honours degree in Quantity Surveying, a Master of Science by Research, and ongoing doctoral studies focused on blockchain-enabled material tracking models for Australian modular construction.[1]

Research Profile

His research interests encompass construction management, procurement systems, housing construction, sustainability, blockchain integration, and circular economy strategies. He has also served as lecturer, research assistant, supervisor, conference coordinator, and scientific committee member within several academic and professional platforms.

Research Contributions

Victar has developed evidence-based frameworks addressing construction and demolition waste reduction, resource optimization, and circular economy implementation. His work investigates lifecycle-oriented sustainability strategies and practical mechanisms for improving environmental performance in construction projects.[3]

Publications

  • Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management.
  • Construction Innovation.
  • Waste Management & Research.
  • International Journal of Construction Management.
  • Springer Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering.

Research Impact

According to Scopus author metrics, his scholarly output includes 16 indexed documents, 74 citations, and an h-index of 4, indicating growing international visibility and research influence within construction and sustainability studies.[1]

Award Suitability

The combination of high-quality publications, emerging citation impact, interdisciplinary research, teaching experience, and active participation in international conferences demonstrates suitability for recognition under emerging researcher and research excellence award categories.

Conclusion

Hasith Chathuranga Victar represents a new generation of construction management scholars contributing to sustainability-focused innovation. His research achievements continue to support knowledge advancement and practical transformation within the global built environment sector.

External Links

References

  1. Scopus Author Profile – Hasith Chathuranga Victar.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57876906000
  2. ORCID Profile – Hasith Chathuranga Victar.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2723-2958
  3. Victar, H.C. & Waidyasekara, A.S. (2025). Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management.
    https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-06-2023-0608
  4. Victar, H.C. & Waidyasekara, A.S. (2024). Construction Innovation.
    https://doi.org/10.1108/CI-02-2024-0036
  5. Victar, H.C., Perera, B.A.K.S. & Palihakkara, A.D. (2024). Smart and Sustainable Built Environment.
    https://doi.org/10.1108/SASBE-10-2022-0231

Markus Schwaninger | Business Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Markus Schwaninger
Professor Emeritus, Institute of Management and Strategy, University of St. Gallen, Switzerland

Markus Schwaninger
Affiliation University of St. Gallen
Country Switzerland
Scopus ID 7005462927
Documents 87
Citations 1,813
h-index 22
Subject Area Business, Management and Accounting
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

Markus Schwaninger is internationally recognized for his contributions to systems science, organizational cybernetics, systemic management, and sustainability governance. As Professor Emeritus at the University of St. Gallen, he has advanced interdisciplinary approaches to organizational intelligence and adaptive management systems. His academic portfolio includes influential research on viable systems, system dynamics, water governance, and corporate transformation, contributing significantly to the development of systemic methodologies in management science and sustainability studies.[1]

Abstract

This academic profile presents the scholarly achievements and systemic research contributions of Markus Schwaninger, Professor Emeritus at the University of St. Gallen. His interdisciplinary work integrates organizational cybernetics, systems theory, governance modeling, sustainability science, and adaptive management frameworks. Through extensive publications, editorial leadership, international collaborations, and institutional innovation, Schwaninger has contributed to advancing viable systems approaches in management education, environmental governance, and organizational intelligence.[2]

Keywords

Systems Science; Organizational Cybernetics; System Dynamics; Sustainability Governance; Viable Systems; Variety Engineering; Adaptive Management; Organizational Intelligence; Water Governance; Corporate Transformation; Systemic Management; Environmental Sustainability; Complex Systems; Governance Modeling; Management Science

Introduction

Markus Schwaninger has established an internationally recognized academic career centered on systems thinking and organizational cybernetics. His scholarly work explores how organizations and governance systems can adapt to complexity, uncertainty, and sustainability challenges through systemic methodologies. Over several decades, he has contributed to the evolution of the St. Gallen Management Model and has developed theoretical and applied frameworks for viable governance, strategic adaptation, and systemic sustainability management.[3]

Research Profile

Markus Schwaninger specializes in organizational cybernetics, system dynamics, sustainability governance, and adaptive management education, emphasizing viable systems, systemic transformation, corporate learning, and interdisciplinary strategies for resilient socio-economic and environmental systems.

Research Contributions

Schwaninger contributed extensively to systemic management science through influential publications, cybernetic governance models, sustainability frameworks, organizational intelligence research, and international collaborations integrating systems thinking with management, environmental, and educational applications.

Publications

Markus Schwaninger has authored and co-authored 87 indexed documents with more than 1,800 citations and an h-index of 22. His publications span systems research, sustainability governance, cybernetics, organizational learning, and management science. His academic works include journal articles, conference papers, and books addressing adaptive governance, systemic modeling, water allocation control, and viable organizational systems.[1]

  • “Bioindustrialization by Native People: A Systemic Management Approach to Foster Coevolution,” Systemic Practice and Action Research, 2026.
  • “Water Governance in the Tocantins-Araguaia Hydrographic Region,” PLOS Water, 2026.
  • “Systemic Management Education as an Adaptive Venture,” Systems Research and Behavioral Science, 2026.
  • “Model-based Governance: A Cybernetic Approach to Water Allocation Control,” Environmental Management, 2025.
  • “Linear versus Non-linear Modelling: A Systemic Analysis with Empirical Data on Credit and Investment,” Systems Research and Behavioral Science, 2025.

Research Impact

The academic impact of Markus Schwaninger’s work is reflected in his citation metrics, editorial leadership, and influence on systemic governance scholarship. His contributions to organizational cybernetics and system dynamics have informed management education, sustainability research, and institutional policy frameworks internationally. His systemic methodologies continue to support interdisciplinary research in adaptive governance and organizational transformation.[2]

Award Suitability

His interdisciplinary scholarship, sustained publication record, international academic leadership, and pioneering contributions to systems science and organizational cybernetics demonstrate strong suitability for distinguished academic and research excellence recognition awards.[3]

Conclusion

Markus Schwaninger’s career reflects enduring contributions to systemic management, sustainability, and cybernetics, advancing organizational theory and practical governance approaches while influencing global academic, scientific, and interdisciplinary management communities.[5]

References

  1. Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Markus Schwaninger, Author ID 7005462927. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7005462927
  2. Schwaninger, M. et al. (2026). Systemic Management Education as an Adaptive Venture: 60-Year Evolution of the St. Gallen Management Model. Systems Research and Behavioral Science.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/sres.3120
  3. Schwaninger, M. (2025). Model-based Governance: A Cybernetic Approach to Water Allocation Control. Environmental Management.
  4. University of St. Gallen. (2026). Academic profile and publication archive of Markus Schwaninger.
    https://www.alexandria.unisg.ch/entities/person/Markus_Schwaninger/publications
  5. Schwaninger, M. et al. (2026). Water Governance in the Tocantins-Araguaia Hydrographic Region: Assessing Viability Using a Participatory Systemic Approach. PLOS Water.
    https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pwat.0000347

Ms. Zamageda Zungu | Management | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Zamageda Zungu | Management | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Zamageda Zungu | Management – Lecturer at University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa

Ms. Zamageda Zungu is a dynamic academic and research leader in the field of construction management, known for her expertise in sustainable development, organizational resilience, and education reform in the built environment sector. She is currently a lecturer at the University of the Witwatersrand and a member of the CIDB Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Construction Industry Growth. Ms. Zungu combines a passion for innovative research with a strong commitment to teaching excellence and student mentorship, making her a notable figure in academia and industry collaboration.

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Education:

Ms. Zungu holds an MSc in Building (Construction Project Management) and a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying from the University of the Witwatersrand. Her postgraduate thesis focused on knowledge sharing practices among South African construction project managers. She also completed a BCom Law degree with a major in Business Management from the University of South Africa. These multidisciplinary academic qualifications have provided her with a balanced understanding of both the technical and legal dimensions of the construction industry.

Experience:

With over seven years in academia, Ms. Zungu has progressed from Associate Lecturer to full Lecturer, actively contributing to course development, supervision, and industry-aligned curriculum design. She leads both undergraduate and postgraduate modules and has been instrumental in modernizing program structures to align with university policies and reduce student completion times. She plays a pivotal role in committees related to academic governance and curriculum transformation, while also engaging with national and international bodies on sustainable construction initiatives.

Research Interests:

Ms. Zungu’s research interests focus on sustainability, construction project management, organizational resilience, equitable risk distribution, contractor development, and the alignment of construction education with industry needs. Her work often explores how construction firms and educational institutions can become more resilient, inclusive, and responsive to socio-economic and environmental changes. She has supervised and converted several undergraduate and postgraduate research projects into academic conference presentations, reflecting her skill in guiding impactful research.

Awards:

Ms. Zungu has earned several prestigious recognitions that demonstrate her excellence across research and teaching. These include the Best Paper Presentation Award at the EPPM 2023 Conference and Best Second Year Lecturer awards for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024). She has also successfully secured various research grants, including NRF Research Development, Carnegie Doctoral Grant, and internal university funding, which have supported her continued academic contributions and student mentorship.

Selected Publications:

📘 “A critical literature review on organizational resilience: why current frameworks are insufficient for contracting firms in the construction industry” (2025), International Journal of Construction Management – [Cited by 6 articles]

🏗️ “Client and Contractor Experiences in Framework Construction Agreements in South Africa” (2025), ICE Proceedings: Management, Procurement and Law – [Cited by 4 articles]

🏢 “Methods used by clients to determine contingency sums for construction projects in the Middle East” (2025), ICE Proceedings: Management, Procurement and Law – [Cited by 5 articles]

🌍 “Building Organizational Resilience Capacities and Capabilities in Construction Firms” (2024), Springer: Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering – [Cited by 7 articles]

🛠️ “Detecting and preventing unbalanced bidding in South African public sector construction” (2024), WABER-SuDBE Conference Proceedings – [Cited by 3 articles]

🔍 “Equitable Risk Sharing in South African Construction Projects during Exceptional International Events” (2023), ASOCSA Conference Proceedings – [Cited by 4 articles]

📚 “Factors Constraining Effective Knowledge Sharing among Construction Project Managers in South Africa” (2019), CIB World Building Congress – [Cited by 9 articles]

Conclusion:

Ms. Zamageda Zungu represents a powerful blend of research innovation, teaching excellence, and community impact. Her ability to translate academic work into industry-relevant solutions, secure competitive research funding, and mentor future construction professionals reflects her outstanding capability and commitment. With a proven record of research productivity, academic leadership, and national influence, she is a highly deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award. Her evolving contributions will undoubtedly continue to enrich the field of construction management both within South Africa and internationally.

 

 

 

Dr. Wenxin Xie | Organizational behavior | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Wenxin Xie | Organizational behavior | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wenxin Xie | Organizational behavior – Assistant Professor at Shanghaitech University, China

Dr. Wen-Xin Xie is a rising academic star in the field of Organizational Behavior, with a distinct research focus on creativity, team dynamics, and leadership structures. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at ShanghaiTech University’s School of Entrepreneurship and Management, she has demonstrated exceptional academic productivity, pedagogical excellence, and a forward-thinking approach to human-AI collaboration. With a global academic background and active participation in leading international conferences, Dr. Xie brings a well-rounded, interdisciplinary, and innovative perspective to her research and teaching. Her work is widely respected and continues to shape the conversation in her fields of study.

Profile:

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Education:

Dr. Xie’s educational path reflects her dedication to academic excellence and international engagement. She earned her Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from University College London, where she trained under esteemed scholars Colin Fisher and Sarah Harvey. Before this, she completed both her M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Business Administration from Zhejiang University, one of China’s most prestigious institutions. She also participated in a distinguished international exchange program at Erasmus University of Rotterdam in the Netherlands, further enriching her research with cross-cultural academic insights.

Experience:

Dr. Xie has served as an Assistant Professor at ShanghaiTech University since 2021, where she teaches a range of undergraduate and graduate courses on Innovation Science, Design Thinking, and Leadership. Her teaching evaluations are consistently excellent, often exceeding 4.75/5, and she is known for engaging, research-integrated instruction. Prior to this, she was a seminar instructor and guest lecturer at University College London, where she was nominated for the Brilliant Research-based Teaching Award. In addition to her teaching, Dr. Xie plays a vital role in the global research community through active participation in conferences, symposia, and peer reviewing.

Research Interests:

Dr. Xie’s research spans several critical and timely domains within organizational behavior. Her primary interests include team creativity, creative processes, and the cognitive mechanisms underlying innovation. She is particularly interested in how leadership structures—both traditional and shared—interact with environmental uncertainty to shape team dynamics and creative output. Recently, she has expanded her work to explore the integration of artificial intelligence in ideation processes, examining how digital tools influence creativity, ownership perception, and innovation quality. Her interdisciplinary perspective fuses psychology, leadership theory, and technology in compelling ways.

Awards:

Dr. Xie has earned numerous accolades that reflect her academic impact and leadership potential. Among the most notable is the Shanghai Magnolia Talent Award (2022), a top distinction granted to outstanding talents in academia. She was a Best Paper Finalist in the MOC Division at the Academy of Management Annual Meeting (2018), and she co-chaired a Showcase Symposium across three major divisions (MOC, OB, OMT) in 2019. She was also nominated for the Student Choice Awards for Research-based Teaching at UCL and selected for the OB Doctoral Consortium at the Academy of Management. These honors underscore her excellence in both research and teaching.

Publications:

Here are seven selected publications that demonstrate Dr. Xie’s scholarly reach and relevance:

  1. 📘 Xie & Fisher (2024) – European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology
    “How shared leadership and task complexity shape expectations of team effectiveness.”
    ▶️ Illuminates how leadership dynamics influence team performance under pressure.
  2. 🎨 Fisher et al., incl. Xie (2021) – Creative Success in Teams (Academic Press)
    “How crediting authorship affects creativity evaluations.”
    ▶️ Highlights the psychological impact of team crediting on creative judgment.
  3. 🔄 Xie (2019) – Academy of Management Best Paper Proceedings
    “Leadership attributions: The role of uncertainty and communal schemas.”
    ▶️ Breaks new ground on how ambiguity shapes leadership perception in teams.
  4. 🧠 Harvey, Kou & Xie (2019) – Creative Leadership: Contexts and Prospects (Routledge)
    “Leading for creative synthesis: A process-based model for creative leadership.”
    ▶️ A go-to reference for scholars exploring leadership as a creative enabler.
  5. 🔍 Xie, Yang & Zhou (2015) – Science of Science and Management of S&T
    “Overqualification and job crafting behavior: The role of resilience.”
    ▶️ Explores how excess talent and psychological resilience drive innovation.
  6. 🤖 Xie & Wang (in preparation) – Working Paper
    “AI-assisted idea generation: Ownership perception and idea overevaluation.”
    ▶️ A timely piece exploring biases in AI-enhanced creativity.
  7. 🌐 Xie et al. (under review) – Strategic Management Journal
    “How uncertainty dynamics shape support for novel ideas in diverse teams.”
    ▶️ Offers strategic insight into diversity, uncertainty, and innovation.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, Dr. Wen-Xin Xie stands out as a researcher who seamlessly integrates empirical rigor with conceptual innovation. Her work pushes the boundaries of how we understand creativity, team collaboration, and leadership in dynamic and technologically evolving environments. She has not only demonstrated academic excellence through her research and awards but also enriched the learning experiences of students through high-quality teaching. Given her accomplishments, commitment to scholarly advancement, and growing influence in her field, Dr. Xie is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

 

 

 

 

Prof. Dr. Maria da Conceição da Costa Marques | Business Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Maria da Conceição da Costa Marques | Business Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Maria da Conceição da Costa Marques | Business Sciences – Institute of Accounting and Administration, Portugal

Maria of the Conception of Costa Marques is a distinguished academic and Professor of Accounting and Management at ISCAC Coimbra Business School. Her career spans over two decades of research, teaching, and public service-oriented scholarship. As a verified researcher in the field of accounting, governance, and management, she has consistently contributed to enhancing the theoretical foundation and practical applications in public sector accounting. Known for her interdisciplinary outlook and historical depth, she has played a critical role in shaping academic dialogue and advancing public sector transparency through effective financial and governance practices.

Profile:

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Education:

Maria Marques completed her academic journey with a strong emphasis on accounting, public administration, and educational management. Her educational foundation integrates historical analysis with contemporary financial theory, equipping her with the expertise to address complex governance and accounting issues. Her academic formation was driven by a commitment to public value, institutional accountability, and the evolution of governance models across public sector systems.

Experience:

With extensive teaching and research experience at ISCAC Coimbra Business School, Maria Marques has mentored generations of students and young researchers in areas ranging from auditing, public sector accountability, to higher education financial systems. She has contributed to both national and international academic collaborations and served as a co-author and principal investigator in numerous publications. Her career reflects a balance between rigorous academic research and applied engagement with governance institutions, particularly within the framework of Portuguese public administration and higher education systems.

Research Interests:

Maria Marques’s research interests include public accounting, corporate governance, management in higher education, historical development of accounting practices, and the application of strategic models such as Balanced Scorecard in public and private institutions. She is particularly known for exploring how public institutions can align governance principles with transparency and efficiency. Her work emphasizes the interconnection between historical accounting evolutions and modern administrative reforms, making her research both reflective and forward-thinking.

Awards:

While specific awards are not explicitly listed in her profile, Maria Marques has earned significant academic recognition through consistent citations, collaborative projects, and scholarly impact in her field. Her academic achievements are underscored by the respect of her peers, the sustained relevance of her research, and her leadership in Portuguese public accounting literature. These elements collectively represent a strong basis for her nomination for the “Best Researcher Award.”

Selected Publications 📚:

  1. Application of Corporate Governance Principles to the Public Sector (2007) – Journal of Contemporary Administration – Cited by 252 – A foundational article linking governance theory with public sector reform.
  2. Auditing in the Public Sector: An Instrument for Improving Public Management (2004) – Accounting & Finance Journal – Cited by 91 – Co-authored research focusing on the value of audit systems for public accountability.
  3. Contribution of the ABC Model to Decision Making: The Case of Universities (2012) – Accounting Notebooks – Cited by 40 – A practical case-based application of cost-accounting methods in higher education.
  4. Chronological Summary of Public Accounting in Portugal (1222–2016) (2017) – Journal of Accounting and Finance Evidence – Cited by 49 – A rich historical narrative on the evolution of public accounting.
  5. New Models of Government in Public Universities in Portugal and Competitiveness (2012) – Journal of Public Administration – Cited by 35 – A timely reflection on policy reforms during economic shifts.
  6. Strategic Management and Balanced Scorecard: The Particular Case of SMEs in Portugal (2012) – Business and Management Review – Cited by 34 – Extends management frameworks into the SME context.
  7. Public Finance and Double-entry Bookkeeping: A Guided Tour Through the Literature (2013) – Accounting Universe Journal – Cited by 37 – Integrates historical insight into financial practice evolution.

Conclusion:

Maria of the Conception of Costa Marques stands out as a committed academic whose work bridges the gap between historical accounting practices and modern-day governance challenges. Her scholarship has had a demonstrable impact on Portuguese public administration, with ripple effects across educational and managerial sectors. She combines intellectual depth, policy relevance, and educational engagement, making her a fitting nominee for the Best Researcher Award. Her work not only preserves the heritage of public accounting but actively shapes its future, ensuring it remains adaptive, accountable, and impactful.