JINHO CHA | Operations Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. JINHO CHA | Operations Management | Best Researcher Award

Dr. JINHO CHA , Adjunct Faculty, Gwinnett Technical College, United States.

Dr. Jinho Cha is an accomplished academic and researcher with a strong foundation in industrial engineering and computer science. He currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of Computer Science at Gwinnett Technical College, GA, USA. With a Ph.D. from Clemson University, his career spans teaching, research leadership, and applied data science across military and academic sectors. His research projects focus on leveraging AI, smart contracts, and data-driven optimization to address real-world problems. Dr. Cha’s cross-disciplinary expertise bridges technical innovation and practical application, significantly contributing to educational innovation, defense analytics, and public health systems.

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Cha holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University (2015), where his dissertation focused on truncated normal distributions. Prior to this, he earned two master’s degrees—one in Industrial Engineering (Operations Research) from the University of Florida (2012), and another in Industrial Engineering (Quality & Statistics) from Texas A&M University (2007). His academic journey began at the Korea Military Academy, where he earned his B.S. in Electronic Engineering in 1999. This diverse educational foundation underpins his strong analytical skills and interdisciplinary approach in solving complex engineering and data challenges.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Cha currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty in Computer Science at Gwinnett Technical College, where he also leads innovative research programs. Previously, he was a Data Scientist and analytics leader at the Korea Research Institute for Defense Technology, applying AI and statistical methods to military logistics and R&D. From 2017 to 2021, he was an Assistant Professor at the Korea Military Academy, delivering mathematics and engineering courses with top-rated evaluations. Earlier, he was a Teaching Assistant at Clemson University, enhancing his instructional depth. His professional roles reflect a blend of academia, applied research, and technical leadership.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Cha has received multiple prestigious recognitions for his service and contributions. In 2025, he was honored with the Presidential Commendation for enhancing national defense capabilities. In 2023, he earned the Ministerial Commendation for his work in logistics requirements, and in 2019, the Chief of Staff Commendation acknowledged his role in Army innovation. His 2017 Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Commendation highlighted his impactful data analysis work. These accolades affirm Dr. Cha’s excellence in combining research, technology, and public service for national and educational advancement.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Cha’s research spans Supply Chain Management, Smart Contracts, Operations Research, and Machine Learning, with deep specialization in statistical modeling under uncertainty. His current efforts include AI-driven educational platforms, healthcare policy analytics, and blockchain applications in procurement systems. His publications explore topics like airline scheduling, inverse optimization, and deep learning for diagnostics. Dr. Cha also leads open-source development to democratize computing education, especially in two-year colleges. He integrates theory with practice, using data science to innovate across industries—from national defense logistics to public health outcomes and smart education tools.

🔚 Conclusion

With a career marked by cross-sector impact and academic excellence, Dr. Jinho Cha stands out as a dynamic leader in applied research and education. He merges technical expertise with a mission-driven approach, advancing innovations in data analytics, smart systems, and digital learning environments. His contributions have garnered recognition at the national level and left a significant mark on military analytics, computer science education, and global health research. Dr. Cha’s interdisciplinary reach and vision for equitable access to technology underscore his value as both a scholar and a changemaker in the digital age.

📚 Top Publications 

  1. Mobile Banking Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty: The Roles of Technology Readiness
    Journal: Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 2025
    Cited by: 2 articles

  2. A study on developing ROK ammunition container
    Journal: Journal of Korea Academia-Industrial Cooperation Society, 2024
    Cited by: 1 article

  3. A study on recognition of Korea armed forces nursing academy
    Journal: Journal of Korea Academia-Industrial Cooperation Society, 2023
    Cited by: 0 articles

  4. Methodology of AI learning model construction for intelligent coastal surveillance
    Journal: Journal of Korea Internet Computing and Service, 2022
    Cited by: 3 articles

  5. Big data analysis to derive improvement direction for military mental force education
    Journal: Journal of Korea Spiritual & Mental Force Enhancement, 2021
    Cited by: 4 articles

  6. Future tactical communication system development plan through Army TIGER information distribution capability analysis
    Journal: Journal of Korea Convergence Security Association, 2021
    Cited by: 2 articles

  7. Convolutions of truncated normal and truncated skew normal distributions
    Journal: Journal of Statistical Theory and Practice, 2017
    Cited by: 15 articles

  8. Zipping and re-zipping methods to improve precision and accuracy of manufacturing processes
    Journal: International Journal of Experimental Design and Process Optimization, 2015
    Cited by: 9 articles

  9. Rethinking the truncated normal distribution
    Journal: International Journal of Experimental Design and Process Optimization, 2013
    Cited by: 18 articles

 

Yugowati Praharsi | Business | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yugowati Praharsi | Business | Best Researcher Award

Business Management Department, Shipbuilding Institute of Polytechnic Surabaya, Indonesia

Dr. Yugowati Praharsi, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., is an accomplished Associate Professor and the Chief of the Maritime Logistics Laboratory in the Business Management Department at the Shipbuilding Institute of Polytechnic Surabaya (PPNS), Indonesia. With over a decade of academic and research experience, she is recognized for her expertise in supply chain management, port logistics, and sustainable industrial systems. Her dedication to advancing maritime logistics education and research has significantly influenced the development of circular strategies and AI-based systems in Indonesia’s shipbuilding and maritime sectors. 📚🚢

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Yugowati began her academic journey in Mathematics at Satya Wacana Christian University (1999–2003), followed by an M.Sc. in Electronic Engineering (2007–2009) and a Ph.D. in Industrial and System Engineering (2009–2013) from Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan. Her doctoral research focused on strategic management frameworks for manufacturers and retailers, laying a strong foundation for her future contributions in operations and supply chain management. 🧠📐

💼 Professional Experience

Currently serving as an Associate Professor, she also leads the Maritime Logistics Laboratory at PPNS. She teaches a diverse array of courses including Port Management, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, and Business Statistics. Her administrative and academic leadership has helped shape curriculum innovation and industry collaborations, enhancing the practical skills of future maritime professionals. 📊👩‍🏫

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Yugowati has received numerous accolades, including the Business Management Teaching Award (IEOM, 2021), Outstanding Faculty Advisor (IEOM, 2020), and multiple Best Paper Awards at prestigious conferences in Toronto and Czech Republic (IEOM, 2019). Her early recognition includes a Best Paper Award at the 2010 International Conference on Innovation and Management in Malaysia. These honors highlight her consistent academic excellence and impactful research. 🥇🎖️

🔬 Research Focus

Her research interests span maritime logistics, supply chain resilience, circular economy in traditional industries, lean six sigma implementation, and AI-based hazard monitoring systems for small fishermen. She has led numerous government-funded projects and actively contributes to national strategies for sustainable maritime development. 🚀📦🌊

✅ Conclusion

With a Scopus h-index of 6 and a growing portfolio of Q1 and Q3 publications, Dr. Yugowati Praharsi continues to be a pivotal figure in Indonesia’s maritime logistics landscape. Her work bridges theoretical innovation and real-world application, creating tangible benefits for both academia and industry. 🌍📘

📚 Top Publications with Notes

  1. Supply Chain Performance for a Traditional Shipbuilding Industry in Indonesia (2022)
    🔗 https://doi.org/10.1108/BIJ-05-2020-0232
    Journal: Benchmarking: An International Journal (Q1)
    Cited by: 7 articles (Scopus)
    📌 Focus: Evaluates supply chain performance in Indonesia’s traditional shipbuilding sector using benchmarking models.

  2. The application of Lean Six Sigma and Supply Chain Resilience in Maritime Industry during the era of COVID-19 (2021)
    🔗 https://doi.org/10.1108/IJLSS-12-2020-0212
    Journal: International Journal of Lean Six Sigma (Q1)
    Cited by: 10 articles (Scopus)
    📌 Focus: Examines lean six sigma methodologies to improve maritime supply chains amidst pandemic disruptions.

  3. Supply Chain Resilience Analysis using the Quality Function Deployment (QFD) Approach (2021)
    🔗 Not available online; journal homepage: Reliability: Theory and Applications (Q3)
    Cited by: 3 articles
    📌 Focus: Introduces a QFD framework to enhance resilience in freight forwarding operations.

  4. Modeling a Traditional Fishing Boat Building in East Java, Indonesia (2019)
    🔗 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2019.106202
    Journal: Ocean Engineering (Q1)
    Cited by: 15 articles (Scopus)
    📌 Focus: Proposes simulation models for improving efficiency in boat-building processes.

  5. An Integrated Vendor-Buyer Replenishment Policy for Deteriorating Items in Fuzzy Environments (2019)
    🔗 https://doi.org/10.1080/03155986.2019.1624472
    Journal: Journal of INFOR (Q4)
    Cited by: 6 articles (Scopus)
    📌 Focus: Develops a fuzzy logic-based inventory model for joint vendor-buyer decisions.

 

Dr. Fernanda Cahen | International Business | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fernanda Cahen | International Business | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, ESPM – Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing, Brazil

Dr. Fernanda Ribeiro Cahen is an esteemed academic and researcher specializing in international entrepreneurship, strategy, and innovation. She is currently an Associate Professor at Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing (ESPM), Brazil, where she contributes significantly to business administration and global strategy. With a strong academic background, she has previously served as an Assistant Professor at Centro Universitário FEI and has held prestigious research positions at USC Marshall School of Business and Indiana University. Dr. Cahen is an active member of the Emerging Multinationals Research Network (EMRN) and has a prolific research portfolio, with publications in top-tier journals like the Journal of International Management, Journal of Business Research, and International Journal of Technology Management. She has also served as the Scientific Editor of Innovation & Management Review (2015-2020).

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🎓 Education

Dr. Cahen has a robust academic foundation, earning her Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of São Paulo (2008-2012). Further advancing her research career, she completed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Business at Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis (2012-2013). Her academic journey has positioned her as a key expert in international business and digital strategy.

💼 Experience

Dr. Cahen has an extensive professional background in academia and research. Since March 2022, she has been an Associate Professor at ESPM, focusing on business strategy and innovation. Before this, she served for nearly a decade (2013-2022) as an Assistant Professor at Centro Universitário FEI, Brazil. She has also gained international exposure through her role as a Visiting Researcher (2018-2019) at USC Marshall – Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. Her teaching experience spans undergraduate and graduate levels at prestigious institutions in Brazil, the Kelley School of Business (Indiana University, USA), and Adelaide University (Australia).

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Cahen has received recognition for her outstanding contributions to international entrepreneurship. Her research on the Internationalization of New Technology-Based Firms from Emerging Markets was funded by Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES), Brazil (2011-2012). She has also played a key role in advancing knowledge on multinational R&D decentralization and digital competencies in international ventures.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Cahen’s research is centered on international entrepreneurship, with a focus on strategy, innovation, and digital transformation of high-tech ventures and multinational enterprises. Her work explores how emerging market firms navigate global digital competencies, R&D decentralization, and lean internationalization. She has contributed to journals like International Business Review, R&D Management, Journal of International Management, and Journal of Business Research. Her studies provide valuable insights into institutional influences, digitalization, and international expansion in the modern business landscape.

🎯 Conclusion

Dr. Fernanda Ribeiro Cahen is a leading scholar in international entrepreneurship, digital strategy, and innovation. With a distinguished academic career across Brazil, the USA, and Australia, she has contributed groundbreaking research on global digital competencies, multinational R&D, and high-tech venture internationalization. Her work continues to shape the understanding of emerging market firms’ strategies in the digital economy. Through her teaching, research, and editorial contributions, Dr. Cahen remains a key figure in advancing international business knowledge. 🚀

📚 Publications

Unpacking global digital competence in the contemporary international venture (International Business Review, 2025) – DOI: 10.1016/j.ibusrev.2025.102414

Multinational R&D decentralization in emerging markets: subsidiary evolution, autonomy, and influence in global innovation (R&D Management, 2024) – DOI: 10.1111/radm.12672

International Digital Competencies Maximizing Lean Internationalization in Healthcare Startups (International Journal of Health Management Review, 2023) – DOI: 10.37497/ijhmreview.v9i00.334

International Digital Competence (Journal of International Management, 2020) – DOI: 10.1016/J.INTMAN.2019.100691

The influence of home-country institutions on servitization (International Journal of Emerging Markets, 2020) – DOI: 10.1108/IJOEM-05-2018-0258

The internationalisation of high-tech new ventures from Latin America – the Brazilian experience (Multilatinas: Strategies for Internationalisation, 2018) – WOS:000462120800019

The internationalisation of new technology-based firms from emerging markets (International Journal of Technology Management, 2017) – DOI: 10.1504/IJTM.2017.10004282

Managerial perceptions of barriers to internationalization: An examination of Brazil’s new technology-based firms (Journal of Business Research, 2016) – DOI: 10.1016/J.JBUSRES.2015.10.143

Internationalization of State-Owned Enterprises Through Foreign Direct Investment (Revista de Administração de Empresas, 2015) – DOI: 10.1590/S0034-759020150604