Tarek Sadraoui | Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Tarek Sadraoui | Science Integration | Best Researcher Award

Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University | Saudi Arabia

Prof. Tarek Sadraoui is an accomplished academic researcher and economist whose scholarly contributions span economics, finance, and advanced economic modeling, with a strong emphasis on economic growth, investment dynamics, and financial development. His research integrates quantitative methods, econometrics, and financial management to analyze complex relationships between financial systems and macroeconomic performance, particularly in developing and emerging economies. A significant body of his work focuses on dynamic panel data models, cointegration analysis, and R&D spillovers, highlighting how international technological cooperation and innovation influence long-term economic development. He has produced influential empirical studies on external debt, financial market volatility spillovers, and the interaction between financial development and economic growth, alongside notable contributions examining the stabilizing role of Islamic finance within modern economic systems. His research also extends to applied domains such as Six Sigma methodologies, supply chain optimization, and the economic impacts of global financial crises, demonstrating a strong interdisciplinary orientation. With 30 scholarly documents, 138 citations across 132 citing documents, and an h-index of 7, his work reflects consistent academic impact and visibility. Overall, his research portfolio is characterized by methodological rigor, strong empirical grounding, and a clear focus on addressing structural economic challenges through data-driven and model-based analysis.

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Exploring the interconnectedness of oil, gold, cryptocurrencies, and economic growth in geopolitical uncertainty: An econometric analysis


– Social Sciences & Humanities Open


Dynamic Interactions Between Oil Price Volatility and Fiscal Policy: Empirical Evidence from GCC Countries


– Economies


Resilience and Inequality in Public Health: An Empirical Analysis of Systemic Vulnerabilities and Care Strategies During COVID-19


– COVID


Exploring the dynamic relationship between economic globalization and energy consumption in raising green growth: Evidence from the MENA region using CS-ARDL and PMG analysis


– International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies


The Dynamics of Financial Innovation and Bank Performance: Evidence from the Tunisian Banking Sector Using a Mixed-Methods Approach


– Journal of Risk and Financial Management

Diana Feliciano | Science Integration | Best Scholar Award

Prof. Dr. Diana Feliciano | Science Integration | Best Scholar Award

Prof. Dr. Diana Feliciano, Teesside University, United Kingdom

Prof. Dr. Diana Feliciano is a Professor of Climate Change and Sustainable Economic Development at Teesside University, United Kingdom. She holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Aberdeen, an MSc in Economics from the Portuguese Catholic University, and a BEng Hons in Engineering from the University of Lisbon. Her research focuses on climate change mitigation, sustainable land use, carbon sequestration, and agricultural policy. With extensive experience in academia and policy advisory roles, she has worked with institutions like the Committee on Climate Change, UNESCO, and the University of Aberdeen. She has secured prestigious research grants from UKRI, EU Horizon Europe, and the Wellcome Trust, leading projects on greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable food systems, and environmental policy integration.

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Summary:

Prof. Dr. Diana Feliciano is a highly accomplished researcher in climate change and sustainability, with extensive contributions to academia, policy, and global environmental initiatives. Her ability to secure competitive funding, collaborate internationally, and influence policy decisions makes her a strong candidate for the Research for Best Scholar Award.

 

🎓 Education

Professor Diana Feliciano holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, where she researched the contribution of rural land uses to greenhouse gas-neutral regions. She earned an MSc in Economics from the Portuguese Catholic University, focusing on the effectiveness of forest owners’ associations in Portugal. She also holds a BEng Hons in Engineering, specializing in forestry and natural resource management, from the University of Lisbon.

💼Experience

Professor Feliciano is currently a Professor of Climate Change and Sustainable Economic Development at Teesside University International Business School. She is also a Defra R&D Fellow working on embedding evidence in the Environmental Improvement Plan. Previously, she was a transdisciplinary scientist at the University of Aberdeen, a senior analyst for the Committee on Climate Change in London, and a researcher at UNESCO’s International Social Science Council in Paris. She has also worked as a research assistant and teaching assistant in Portugal and Scotland.

🔬Research Focus

Her research spans climate change mitigation, sustainable land use, and socio-economic aspects of environmental policy. She has extensively studied carbon sequestration, greenhouse gas emissions, and sustainable agricultural practices. Her work integrates economic and environmental sciences to develop policies supporting climate resilience, sustainable food systems, and land-use management.

Awards

She has secured numerous prestigious grants, including funding from UKRI, EU Horizon Europe, Wellcome Trust, and the World Bank. She has led and participated in projects on carbon capture, sustainable food systems, and agricultural policy. She has also held leadership roles in international research collaborations, including COST Action FP1201 and NERC-funded projects.

Publications

Environmental, Social and Economic Perceptions of Local Food Production: A Case Study of Aberdeenshire Farmers’ Markets

Authors: Wardle, J.M., Sorathia, A., Smith, P., & Feliciano, D.M.S.
Year: 2024
Citations: 1
Journal: Scottish Geographical Journal

Assessing the Area of Suitable Land for Climate Change Mitigation with Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis) in Scotland

Authors: Abimbola, I., & Feliciano, D.M.S.
Year: 2022
Citations: 1
Journal: Land

Stakeholders’ Perceptions of Factors Influencing Climate Change Risk in a Central America Hotspot

Authors: Feliciano, D.M.S., & Sobenes, A.
Year: 2022
Citations: 6
Journal: Regional Environmental Change

 

Conclusion:

Prof. Dr. Diana Feliciano is highly suitable for the Research for Best Scholar Award, given her exceptional academic achievements, research impact, and policy contributions. While she could further enhance her influence through increased citations, high-impact publications, and expanded public engagement, her current standing in the scientific community makes her a strong contender for this prestigious recognition.