Postdoctoral Researcher at North West University, South Africa

Dr. Banji Rildwan Olaleye is a distinguished academic and researcher serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at North-West University Business School in Potchefstroom, South Africa, and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Business Administration at Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria. With over 11 years of experience in academia and administration, Dr. Olaleye has developed sound managerial and relational skills. His research focuses on strategic and innovation management, entrepreneurship, supply chain management, and sustainable development ¹.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Olaleye’s academic journey includes:- *PhD in Business Management*, Girne American University, Turkey (2022), with a thesis on “Strategic Thinking and Innovation Performance: Mediating Role of Absorptive Capability”.- *MSc in Business Administration*, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria (2017), with a dissertation on “Inventory Management and Performance in Agro-allied Industry in Southwestern Nigeria”.- *BSc in Cooperative and Business Management*, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria (2010), with a dissertation on “Effect of Social Capital on Poverty Reduction among Rural Farming Households in Egba Division of Ogun State, Nigeria”.- *Diploma in Business Administration*, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria (2007).

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Olaleye’s professional experience includes:- *Postdoctoral Research Fellow*, North-West University Business School, South Africa (April 2024 – present).- *Lecturer I*, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2023 – present).- *Lecturer II*, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2021 – 2023).- *Assistant Lecturer*, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2018 – 2021).- *Administrative Officer II*, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2013 – 2018).

🏆 Honors & Awards

Dr. Olaleye has received recognition for his contributions to academia and research, including:- *Appointment as Deputy Director for Student Affairs Division*, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (2023).- *Role in Curriculum Development and Accreditation*, Department of Business Administration, Federal University Oye-Ekiti.

🔍Research Focus

Dr. Olaleye’s research interests include:- *Strategic and Innovation Management*: Exploring strategic thinking and innovation performance.- *Entrepreneurship*: Investigating entrepreneurial orientation and competitive intelligence.- *Supply Chain Management*: Analyzing sustainable supply chain performance and green innovation.- *Sustainable Development*: Focusing on sustainable development goals, including quality education, decent work, and economic growth ¹ ².

📚Top Noted Publications

1. “Greening Sustainable Supply Chain Performance: The Moderating and Mediating Influence of Green Value CoCreation and Green Innovation” (2025) 📦
2. “Reconciling the nexus between fiscal decentralization and environmental sustainability in European Union: Moderating role of environmental policy stringency” (2025) 🌎
3. “Environmental Sustainability Awareness and Knowledge Among Millennial and Gen Z Students: A Study from a Public Higher Education Institution” (2025) 📚
4. “Brand Extension Strategies and Customer Loyalty: Empirical Evidence From Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Companies” (2025) 📈
5. “Going Green: Effect of Dynamic Capability, Innovation, and Supply Chain Agility in Fostering Supply Chain Management in SDGs Context” (2025) 🌟
6. “Integrating Sustainable Behavior into Construction Risk Management: Modeling Human-Related Factors and Attitude” (2024) 🏗️
7. “Exploring Competitive Intelligence Effectiveness on SMEs Performance: The Meditating Influence of Entrepreneurial Orientation” (2024) 📊
8. “Examining Structural Relationships Between Innovation Capability, Knowledge Sharing, Environmental Turbulence, and Organisational Sustainability” (2024) 🤝
9. “Leveraging innovation capability and organizational resilience for business sustainability among small and medium enterprises: A PLS-SEM approach” (2024) 📈
10. “Exploring the Link Between Customer Satisfaction, Service Quality, and Perceived Organizational Support: The Mediating Role of Relational Psychological Contract” (2024) 📝
11. “Relationship between workplace ostracism and job productivity: the mediating effect of emotional exhaustion and lack of motivation” (2024) 💼
12. “Attaining Organizational Sustainability Through Competitive Intelligence: The Roles of Organizational Learning and Resilience” (2023) 📚
13. “Influence of eco-product innovation and firm reputation on corporate social responsibility and competitive advantage: A mediation-moderation analysis” (2023) 🌟

Conclusion

Dr. Olaleye’s impressive research record, diverse research interests, and significant contributions to business management literature make him a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. Addressing areas for improvement could further enhance his profile and impact. With his extensive experience and expertise, Dr. Olaleye has the potential to make even more significant contributions to the field ¹ ².

Mrs. Léa Bataillard | Applied Ecology Award | Women Researcher Award

Posted on 08/04/202408/04/2024 by Mechanics Awards

Mrs. Léa Bataillard | Applied Ecology Award | Women Researcher Award

Mrs. Léa Bataillard,Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences, Norway

Mrs. Léa Bataillard is academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

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🎓 Latest Education

MSc Wildlife Ecology – Research and Management Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences (INN) – Evenstad, Norway AUG 2020 – JUN 2022Specializations: Advanced statistical modelling, human dimensions in ecosystem management, GIS, spatial data analysisBSc Animal Husbandry AERES University of Applied Sciences – Dronten, The Netherlands AUG 2017 – JAN 2019Focus Areas: Applied livestock research, animal health, reproduction, and genetics. Thesis work on dairy heifers’ behavior related to feeding frequency.

🌿 Relevant Experience & References

Research Collaborator – Conservation & Management of Endangered Species Fundação RENOVA & University Federal de Viçosa, Minas Gerais, Brazil JAN 2024 – PresentDescription: Long-term project aiming to restore biodiversity in the Doce River basin post the Fundão dam disaster. Responsibilities include wildlife monitoring and community awareness initiatives. Focus on primates, cats, and avian species.Contact: Fabiano Melo, Project Coordinator, – Kokolopori Bonobo Research Project (KBRP), DR-Congo Harvard University & University of Zürich MAR 2023 – AUG 2023Description: Data collection and analysis of wild bonobos’ behavior, focusing on vocalization post-stress events. Worked in remote conditions, closely with local communities.Contact: Nicole Lahiff, Post Doc, – Gaurishankar Conservation Area Project (GCAP), Nepal Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences (INN) & Kathmandu University MAR 2022 – MAY 2022Description: Field data collection and analysis on leopard density and overlap in the Himalayas.Contact: Madhu Chetri, GCAP & INN,

🌍 Internships / Volunteerings

Ibitipoca Reserve MG, Brazil NOV 2022 – JAN 2023Description: Rehabilitation of Brazilian tapirs and Muriqui monkeys, including daily animal management and behavior recording.SILABE (Simian Laboratory Europe) – Strasbourg, FR OCT 2019 – NOV 2019

📖 Publications Top Note :

Using ecological niche modelling to prioritise areas for conservation of the critically endangered Buffy‐Headed marmoset (Callithrix flaviceps)

Contrasted propensity for waterborne and airborne dispersal between two closely related semi‐aquatic spider species

Assoc Prof Dr. Hong Gao | Wave energy | Women Researcher Award

Posted on 08/03/202408/03/2024 by Mechanics Awards

Assoc Prof Dr. Hong Gao | Wave energy | Women Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Hong Gao, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

Assoc Prof Dr. Hong Gao is academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

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🎓 Educational Background:

Ph.D. in Mechanical Electronic Engineering, Zhejiang University, 1999-2003M.S. in Mechanical Design and Theory, Taiyuan University of Technology, 1996-1999B.S. in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, 1992-1996

🌟 Professional Experience:

2004-2006: Postdoctoral Researcher, Shanghai Jiao Tong University2006-2016: Lecturer, Shanghai Jiao Tong University2013-2014: Visiting Scholar, Purdue University2017-Present: Associate Professor, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

🔍 Research Interests:

Ocean wave intelligent capture design and power generationIntelligent control of wave capture systemsMulti-body motion and dynamics in offshore operationsSmart energy systems and big dataNuclear main pump startup and power-off transient characteristicsValve cavitation simulation and noise suppression designFlow field and performance simulation of waterjet pump

📈 Research Projects:

National Natural Science Foundation project (2021-2024)State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Electromechanical Systems Open Fund (2019-2020)National Natural Science Foundation of China projects (2017-2020, 2014-2018)Key projects of National Natural Science Foundation of China (2014-2018)”973″ Program Sub-Projects (2010-2013)National Scientific Research Program (2004-2006)

📚 Selected Publications:

“Capture mechanism of a multi-dimensional wave energy converter with a strong coupling parallel drive.” (Applied Energy, 2024)”Effects of power take-off parameters and harvester shape on wave energy extraction.” (Applied Energy, 2021)”Hydrodynamic response analysis and wave energy absorption of wave energy converters in regular waves.” (Marine Technology Society Journal, 2017)

🔍 Patents and Applications:

Cargo grab transportation device (ZL201810489279.2)Multidof wave energy absorption and conversion device (ZLN201810936476.4)A type Y wave energy absorption and conversion device (ZL201410339432.5)Explore the cutting-edge research and contributions of Associate Professor Hong Gao in the field of mechanical engineering and wave energy conversion.

📖 Publications Top Note :

Effects of power take-off parameters and harvester shape on wave energy extraction and output of a hydraulic conversion system

paper publication in 2021 cite by 15

Performance Investigation of Hydraulic Wave Energy Capture System

paper publication in 2019 cite by 5

Performance analysis of axisymmetric floating energy harvesters and influences of parameters and shape variation

paper publication in 2019 cite by 7

The dynamics and power absorption of cone-cylinder wave energy converters with three degree of freedom in irregular waves

paper publication in 2018 cite by 30

Prof Dr. Nizar Raiss | Green Economics | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 09/02/202409/02/2024 by Mechanics Awards

Prof Dr. Nizar Raiss | Green Economics | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Nizar Raiss, College of Business and Economics – Umm Al-Qura University, Saudi Arabia

Prof Dr. Nizar Raiss is distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

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🌐 Academic Odyssey and Profound Expertise 🎓

Current Position (2013-2023):

Full Professor, College of Islamic Economics and Finance, Umm al Qura University, KSA.Courses include Management, Business Administration, HRM, Marketing, and more.Head of Development and Quality Unit in CIEF.Head of Accreditation Committee in CIEF.Vice-Chief of Finance Department.Senior Consultant at Planning and Budget Section-Vice Rector Department-UQU.Coordinator of Criteria 8 – NCAAA – UQU: Financial Planning and Management.Head of Administrative and Financial Affairs Section of VRO- UQU.Consultant/Trainer and Expert in ICRS – UQU.President of AIS MENA Chapter (2023).

👨‍🏫 Teaching and Professional Roles:

Courses covered various domains like Management, HRM, Marketing, Finance, and more.Leadership roles include Head of Development, Quality Unit, Accreditation Committee Head, and Vice-Chief of Finance Department.Contributions to NCAAA and administrative roles at UQU showcase versatile expertise.

📊 Research Interests:

Quality Management, Business Administration, Accounting Standards (IFS, IFRS…), MIS, Finance, HR, Marketing, ISO Standards.Specializations in Rating and Financial Analysis.Proficient in Data Analysis: PCA, FCA, Discriminant Analysis, SEM, Time Series, Linear Regression.Expertise in Managerial Modes and Psychological Behaviorism.Focus on Total Quality Management, ISO Certification, and Statistical Process Control.

🎓 Education Journey:

PhD in Business Administration from the Higher Institute of Management at Tunis and IAE of TOURS, France (2013).Master’s Degree in Management Science with distinctions.Diverse educational background covering TQM, Finance, Energy Saving, and more.

🏆 Training, Projects, Certificates, and Awards:

Active involvement in numerous projects, training programs, and certifications.Recognized with awards like Best Associate Editor and Excellence Advisor.Holds certificates in Bloomberg Market Concepts, Internal Auditor ISO 9001, and more.Acknowledged for excellence in training and academic achievements.

🌍 Professional Experience in Higher Education:

Full Professor at Umm al Qura University, KSA, since 2013.Lecturer at various esteemed institutions covering Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, HR, and Marketing.