Hasith Victar | Business Management | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

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

Elizabeth Grace Bengi | Environmental science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Elizabeth Grace Bengi | Environmental science | Best Researcher Award

Associated Professor | Kyrenia University | Turkey

Dr. Elizabeth Grace Tunka Bengil is an esteemed academic and researcher with expertise in marine sciences, particularly in the biology, ecology, and conservation of elasmobranch species. With a passion for marine conservation, she has dedicated her career to studying the biodiversity of marine ecosystems, focusing on chondrichthyans, including sharks and rays. Dr. Bengil holds a Ph.D. from Ege University, where she has also contributed significantly to various research projects aimed at understanding the complex dynamics of marine species and habitats.

Profile

Scopus,

Education:
Dr. Bengil completed her BSc in Fisheries at Ege University in 2009, followed by an MSc in the Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences at the same institution in 2012. Her doctoral studies, culminating in a PhD in 2018 from Ege University, focused on marine biodiversity and conservation. Additionally, she earned an associate degree in Agriculture from Anadolu University, further expanding her interdisciplinary knowledge in environmental sciences.

Experience:
Dr. Bengil has extensive academic and research experience, currently serving as an Associate Professor at the University of Kyrenia’s Faculty of Marine Science since 2022. Prior to this, she held faculty positions at Girne American University, where she served as an Assistant Professor and Associate Professor in the School of Marine and Logistics. Her leadership extends to her role as a member of the Board of Directors of the Mediterranean Conservation Society. Dr. Bengil has been instrumental in shaping the academic environment and fostering marine research initiatives at various institutions.

Research Interests:
Dr. Bengil’s research interests lie in marine biodiversity, particularly the conservation of elasmobranchs and other marine species. Her work focuses on understanding the feeding ecology, reproductive biology, and migratory patterns of sharks and rays, as well as the impacts of human activities such as fishing and pollution on marine ecosystems. She is also involved in assessing the restoration potential of marine habitats and exploring the role of estuaries and lagoons as vital nurseries for endangered species.

Awards and Recognition:
Dr. Bengil has been recognized for her significant contributions to marine science and conservation. She was awarded multiple research grants from prestigious organizations such as The Rufford Foundation, the Mediterranean Conservation Society, and the European Commission. Her work has been acknowledged for its impact on marine conservation and the advancement of knowledge in the field of marine sciences. Dr. Bengil’s ability to bridge science and conservation has earned her a reputation as a leader in the field.

Publications:
Dr. Bengil has authored several key publications in top-tier journals. Her notable works include:

  1. Bengil, E. G. T., & Erdoğan Sağlam, N. (2024). Beyond the anchovy: Unveiling the Black Sea’s elasmobranchs, Zoology in the Middle East.
  2. Bengil, E. G. T., & Başusta, N. (2024). The biology and conservation of elasmobranchs and chimaeras, Frontiers in Marine Science.
  3. Kılıç, E., Yücel, N., Bengil, F., Bengil, E. G. T., & Şahutoğlu, S. M. (2024). Microplastic pollution levels in the surface water and sediment of Orontes basin, Marine Pollution Bulletin.
  4. O’Keefe, M., Bengil, E. G. T., et al. (2023). Diversity and distribution of elasmobranchs in the coastal waters of Cyprus, Frontiers in Marine Science.
  5. Bengil, E. G. T. (2022). Biology and ecology of Squalus blainville (Risso, 1827) from the eastern Mediterranean, Thalassas: An International Journal of Marine Sciences.
  6. Papageorgiou, M., Bengil, E. G. T., et al. (2022). Increased knowledge affects public attitude and perception towards elasmobranchs, Mediterranean Marine Science.
  7. Bengil, E. G. T., Bengil, F., et al. (2021). Descriptive capability of datasets as proxy of sea water temperature in coastal systems, Turkish Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences.

Conclusion:
Dr. Elizabeth Grace Tunka Bengil is a prominent figure in marine science, particularly in the conservation of chondrichthyan species. With extensive research experience and a profound commitment to preserving marine biodiversity, her work continues to influence conservation practices and marine research. Through her scholarly publications, leadership roles, and involvement in international projects, Dr. Bengil has made substantial contributions to the scientific community, advancing knowledge on marine ecosystems and advocating for the protection of vulnerable species. Her ongoing efforts in research and conservation ensure her continued impact in the field.