George Kofi Amoako | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. George Kofi Amoako | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Ghana Communication Technology University Tesano Accra Ghana | Ghana

Prof. George Kofi Amoako is a highly accomplished academic and research leader in the field of Marketing, currently serving as a Full Professor and Director at the Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Consultancy (DRIC) at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) in Accra, Ghana. With over two decades of experience in academia and consultancy, he has made significant contributions to marketing education, strategic management, sustainability, e-business, tourism, and entrepreneurship. He has taught at several prominent institutions, including Central University, University of Professional Studies, Academic City University College, and as an adjunct lecturer for Lancaster University and Webster University Ghana Campuses. His leadership role at DRIC has been instrumental in advancing research and innovation across multidisciplinary platforms.

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Education

Prof. Amoako holds a PhD in Marketing from London Metropolitan University, UK, completed in 2017. He also earned a Postgraduate International Certificate in Academic Practice from Lancaster University, UK, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. His academic background includes a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from the University of Ghana and a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Science from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. Additionally, he holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK, showcasing his strong academic foundation and professional versatility.

Experience

Over the years, Prof. Amoako has gained extensive experience in higher education, curriculum development, student supervision, and strategic academic management. He has supervised numerous undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral dissertations in marketing, branding, corporate social responsibility, and services marketing. In addition to teaching, he has held leadership positions in both academic and professional settings, managing multidisciplinary teams and leading institutional research development. His teaching engagements span multiple countries and institutions, including roles in UK-based colleges such as Meridian Business School, West End College, and Leicester College of Professional Studies, reinforcing his global teaching footprint.

Research Interests

Prof. Amoako’s research primarily explores strategic marketing, business analytics in emerging markets, service quality, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility. He applies both positivist and interpretivist approaches, with a strong inclination towards mixed methods to leverage the strengths of qualitative and quantitative paradigms. His research is grounded in real-world applications and is aimed at addressing pressing business and societal challenges in emerging economies. He is also actively involved in building institutional research capacity and fostering collaborative research networks.

Honors

Prof. Amoako’s academic excellence has been recognized through several prestigious honors. Notably, he was conferred the title of Honorary Full Professor by Durban University of Technology, South Africa (2023–2028). According to the AD Scientific Index for 2025, he ranks among the top 3% of business management (marketing) scholars in Africa and within the top 3% of marketing scholars in Ghana. He received the Best Researcher Award at GCTU for the 2022–2023 academic year and was named Best Scientist at UPSA for 2021–2022. These recognitions underscore his impactful contributions to research and scholarship across Africa.

Top Noted Publications

Title: Application of Frederick Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory in Assessing and Understanding Employee Motivation at Work: A Ghanaian Perspective
Citations: 597
Year of Publication: 2011

Title: Do Green Knowledge and Attitude Influence the Youth’s Green Purchasing? Theory of Planned Behavior
Citations: 322
Year of Publication: 2020

Title: Green Marketing and the SDGs: Emerging Market Perspective
Citations: 195
Year of Publication: 2022

Title: The Impact of Effective Customer Relationship Management (CRM) on Repurchase: A Case Study of Golden Tulip Hotel (Accra-Ghana)
Citations: 131
Year of Publication: 2012

Title: Stakeholder Role in Tourism Sustainability: The Case of Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Centre for Art and Culture in Ghana
Citations: 128
Year of Publication: 2022

Title: The Effect of Sponsorship on Marketing Communication Performance: A Case Study of Airtel Ghana
Citations: 94
Year of Publication: 2012

Conclusion

Prof. George Kofi Amoako stands out as a seasoned academic and thought leader in marketing and strategic management, with a strong reputation for scholarly excellence, institutional leadership, and research innovation. His commitment to knowledge dissemination, student mentorship, and advancing sustainable business practices has made him a key contributor to both academia and industry. With his global academic exposure, extensive publication record, and recognition among top-tier scholars in Africa, Prof. Amoako continues to inspire future generations and shape the trajectory of marketing research in emerging markets.

Ms Aisulu Abduova | Sustainable development | Women Researcher Award |

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Ms. Aisulu Abduova | Sustainable development | Women Researcher Award | 

Phd of technical sciences , at M.Auezov South Kazakhstan research university, Kazakhstan.

Ms. Aisulu Abduova is an accomplished environmental engineer and researcher specializing in sustainable technologies, wastewater treatment, and ecological conservation. She holds a degree in Applied Ecology of Water and Agriculture and is a Candidate of Technical Sciences. Currently, she serves as an Associate Professor and Head of the Ecology Department at M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University.

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Education 🎓

Ms. Aisulu Abduova holds a degree in Applied Ecology of Water and Agriculture from M.H. Dulati Taraz State University and has earned the title of Candidate of Technical Sciences. She has further enriched her expertise through numerous professional development courses and scientific internships, including programs in Belarus, Kazakhstan, Latvia, and the United States.

Professional Experience 💼

With a distinguished academic career at M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University, she has served as an Associate Professor, Head of the Ecology Department, and Deputy Dean for Research at the Higher School of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology. Her leadership has significantly contributed to advancing ecological education and scientific research.

Research Interests 🌍

Her research is primarily centered on environmental sustainability, wastewater treatment, green ecology, and the development of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technologies. She has contributed significantly to projects aimed at assessing the ecological state of the Aral Sea, studying ornamental and rare plants, and innovating in petrochemistry and construction materials using waste materials.

Awards & Honors 🏆

Ms. Abduova has received several grants and recognitions for her research, including funding from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan. She has also been selected for the prestigious “Bolashak” program for advanced scientific training at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (USA) in 2024.

Top Noted Publications 📚

Improving the Methods of Solid Domestic Waste Disposal to Reduce Its Human Impact on the Environment – Sustainability (Switzerland), 2024 | 0 Citations | Indexed in SCOPUS

Utilization of Banana Peel-Derived Activated Carbon for the Removal of Heavy Metals from Industrial Wastewater – Case Studies in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, 2024 | 8 Citations | Indexed in SCOPUS

Activated Carbon from Plum Pit Shells for Treatment of Wastewater Copper Ions (II) – Rasayan Journal of Chemistry, 2024 | 1 Citation | Indexed in SCOPUS

Conclusion

Eligibility criteria for such awards vary. For instance, the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards require candidates to be recognized for their scientific excellence by the international scientific community and to be actively involved in scientific research . Given Dr. Abduova’s accomplishments, she appears to meet these criteria. However, it’s essential to review the specific eligibility requirements of the award in question to ensure full compliance.

Dr Biswajit Patra | Botany | Best Researcher Award |

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Dr. Biswajit Patra | Botany | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor, at Fakir Mohan University,India

Dr. Biswajit Patra is an Assistant Professor in Botany at Fakir Mohan University, Odisha. He completed his Ph.D. in Life Sciences (Botany) from Sambalpur University, with research conducted at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. Dr. Patra also holds an M.Phil. in Environmental Science and an M.Sc. in Botany, both with specializations in environmental biotechnology, plant genomics, and ecological engineering. His research primarily focuses on phyto-diversity, ecological restoration, and the antimicrobial properties of plant compounds, particularly Betel leaf (Piper betle L.). He has substantial experience as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and has contributed to research on forest plant biodiversity in Odisha. Dr. Patra has also taught various courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and served as Academic Counselor for IGNOU. His career is marked by a commitment to both academic excellence and environmental sustainability.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Biswajit Patra completed his Ph.D. in Life Sciences (Botany) from the School of Life Sciences, Sambalpur University (2021), with interdisciplinary research at Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi, India. He holds an M.Phil. in Environmental Science (First Class) from the Post Graduate Department of Environmental Science, Fakir Mohan University (2014-2015). Dr. Patra earned his M.Sc. in Botany (First Class) from the Post Graduate Department of Botany, Berhampur University in 2013, with a focus on Environmental Biotechnology and Plant Genomics. He also completed his B.Sc. in Botany with First Class Honours from Fakir Mohan University, Odisha in 2011.

Experience 💼

Dr. Patra has accumulated valuable teaching experience, serving as Assistant Professor at Fakir Mohan University, Odisha. He has taught a wide range of subjects in Botany, Environmental Science, and Ecology across both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. His experience also includes roles as Lecturer & Head in the Department of Botany at Kamarda Degree Mahavidyalaya and Sai Sadhana College, and his ongoing position as an Academic Counselor for IGNOU since 2021. His research experience includes working as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at Berhampur University, focusing on forest plant identification and ecological restoration.

Research Interest 🔬

Dr. Patra’s research interests span environmental science, botany, and ecological sustainability. His work delves into phyto-diversity, plant-based antimicrobial properties, and ecological restoration. Notably, his Ph.D. focused on the identification of phytochemical constituents in Betel leaf (Piper betle L.) of Odisha, exploring their antimicrobial properties. His previous research on the impact of JFM protection on phyto-diversity in the Gajapati district of Odisha contributed to environmental conservation practices. Dr. Patra also has a keen interest in eco-physiological studies, examining socio-economic factors in agricultural practices such as Betel Vine cultivation.

Award 🏅

Dr. Patra has been recognized for his academic and research excellence. He has achieved First Class in all his degrees, with a distinction in his B.Sc. He qualified the URET exam in 2016 from Sambalpur University, Odisha. Dr. Patra has also received training from IIT Madras on Introduction to Research, approved by MHRD and AICTE. His leadership in academic counseling at IGNOU and his involvement in national-level projects further highlight his commitment to academic advancement.

Top Noted Publication 📑

Title: A review on Piper betle L.
Authors: SKD Biswajit Patra, Mihir Tanay Das
Journal: Journal of Medicinal Plant Studies
Citations: 47
Index: 4 (6), 185-192
Year of Publication: 2016

Title: Exploring dose-dependent cytotoxicity profile of Gracilaria edulis-mediated green synthesized silver nanoparticles against MDA-MB-231 breast carcinoma
Authors: Kadarkarai Murugan, Yugal Kishore Mohanta, Awdhesh Kumar Mishra, Debasis…
Journal: Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity
Citations: 28
Index: 15
Year of Publication: 2022

Title: Piper betle: Augmented Synthesis of Gold Nanoparticles and Its In-vitro Cytotoxicity Assessment on HeLa and HEK293 Cells
Authors: RGEPPRSNPMSRM Biswajit Patra
Journal: Journal of Cluster Science
Citations: 18
Index: 31 (1), 133-145
Year of Publication: 2019

Title: Ethno-medicobotanical studies of Mohana area of Gajapati district, Odisha, India
Authors: B Patra, D Sahu, MK Misra
Journal: International Journal of Herbal Medicine
Citations: 16
Index: 2 (4), 40-45
Year of Publication: 2014

Title: Flavored Food Additives on the Leaves of Piper betle L.: A Human Health Perspective
Authors: BPSKDRRSN Pradhan
Journal: Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Citations: 12
Index: [DOI: 10.1007/s12010-022-03912]
Year of Publication: 2022

Conclusion

Dr. Biswajit Patra is a promising candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his strong academic background, diverse research experience, and commitment to teaching and professional development. However, his candidacy would benefit from a more extensive publication record and further engagement with international research collaborations. With a focus on these areas, Dr. Patra could strengthen his profile and make a greater impact in the field of botany and environmental sciences.