Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu | Management Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu | Management Science | Best Researcher Award

PhD Student | University of Electronic Science and Technology of China | Ghana

Dr. Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu is a dedicated researcher and academic who bridges mathematics, management science, and computing in his work. His career combines academic rigor with real-world impact, contributing to teaching, research, and consultancy. As a doctoral researcher at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, he has developed expertise in supply chain decision-making, machine learning, and optimization techniques. Alongside his doctoral research, he also serves as an assistant lecturer at Lakeside University College in Ghana. His work emphasizes both theoretical contributions and practical solutions in areas that support digital trade and business analytics.

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Education Background

Dr. Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu built his foundation with a degree in mathematics and economics from the University for Development Studies in Tamale, Ghana. His strong interest in mathematical applications led him to pursue advanced studies in China, where he obtained a master’s degree in mathematics at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. His academic journey continues as a doctoral researcher in management science and engineering at the same institution. His progression reflects a blend of economics, mathematics, and management that enriches his interdisciplinary approach to research and innovation in computational and decision sciences.

Professional Experience

In addition to his academic research,Dr. Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu plays a significant role in higher education. He works as an assistant lecturer at Lakeside University College in Ghana, where he teaches in the Department of Computing and Informatics. His professional engagements extend into consultancy, with involvement in industry projects such as those with Goldisc company in China, which provided him practical exposure to business intelligence and analytics. His dual role as a researcher and lecturer allows him to connect advanced methodologies in mathematical modeling and optimization with the training of future professionals, building capacity in both theory and application.

Awards and Honors

Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu has been recognized for his commitment and excellence in research. Among his notable achievements is the Chinese Government Scholarship for outstanding international students, awarded in recognition of his exceptional performance and contributions. This honor underscores his ability to excel in a competitive international academic environment. He has also received several distinctions for his innovative research, demonstrating his ability to link mathematics, management, and digital trade. These honors highlight not only his individual achievements but also the broader impact of his work across research, teaching, and practical applications.

Research Focus

Dr. Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu ’s research is rooted in advanced decision-making methods, mathematical modeling, and computational science. His interests span multi-criteria and multi-objective decision-making analysis, machine learning, and optimization techniques. He applies these methods to real-world challenges such as supply chain cooperation, e-business, and consumer behavior. He also explores iterative methods and preconditioning techniques for solving large linear systems, enhancing computational efficiency in scientific computing. By integrating business intelligence and analytics with rigorous mathematical frameworks, his research advances digital trade and information management, positioning him as a promising scholar in both theoretical and applied research.

Publication Notes

Title: Hesitant Fuzzy-BWM Risk Evaluation Framework for E-Business Supply Chain Cooperation for China–West Africa Digital Trade
Published Year: 2024
Citation: 2

Title: Dynamic Supply Chain Decision-Making of Live E-Commerce Considering Netflix Marketing Under Different Power Structures
Published Year: 2024
Citation: 1

Conclusion

Dr. Mohammed Gadafi Tamimu exemplifies the qualities of a researcher who is deeply committed to advancing both academic knowledge and practical innovation. His work crosses disciplinary boundaries, blending mathematics, computing, and management science into impactful contributions for education, industry, and society. With teaching roles, international recognition, and scholarly achievements, he stands out as a young researcher shaping future directions in digital trade, decision sciences, and optimization. His blend of academic excellence, applied research, and professional service makes him a strong candidate for recognition in awards that celebrate outstanding research achievements.

Dr. Panagiotis Marhavilas | Management Systems | Distinguished Scientist Award

Dr. Panagiotis Marhavilas | Management Systems | Distinguished Scientist Award

Dr. Panagiotis Marhavilas, Electrical & Computer Engineer (Dipl. Eng., MSc, PhD x2), Laboratory Teaching & Research Staff Member, Department of Production & Management Engineering , Democritus University of Thrace, Greece

Dr. Panagiotis Marhavilas is a distinguished Electrical and Computer Engineer with dual PhDs—one in Health & Safety Management Systems and another in Space Science & Technology. Currently serving as a Laboratory Teaching and Research Staff Member at the Department of Production & Management Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece, he brings over a decade of academic excellence and research leadership. His work spans EU-funded projects, curriculum development, and editorial roles in prestigious journals. Recognized for risk analysis and occupational safety, Dr. Marhavilas has published widely and actively contributes to both scientific innovation and public policy development.

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Marhavilas holds a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, an MSc, and two PhDs—one focused on Health & Safety Management Systems and the other in Space Science and Technology. His academic journey is marked by interdisciplinary rigor, combining engineering with complex analytical systems. His education is rooted in research excellence and aligns with high-impact projects in collaboration with ESA, NASA, and EU-funded platforms. These qualifications form the backbone of his technical proficiency and innovative capacity in fields such as electrodynamics, occupational safety, and space data analysis.

💼 Professional Experience

With over 10 years in academia and research, Dr. Marhavilas is currently a faculty member at Democritus University of Thrace. He has played critical roles in policy analysis, EU-funded projects, and university administration. His consultancy work includes two industry-sponsored projects, and his earlier technical contributions to ESA/NASA missions (ULYSSES and VOYAGER) underscore his expertise in data analysis and space science. Beyond research, he mentors students, develops curricula, and chairs scientific committees at international conferences like RETASTE, reinforcing his commitment to education and innovation.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Marhavilas’ academic recognition includes editorial appointments in Sustainability (MDPI) and Discover Analytics (Springer Nature). He was selected as a Scientific Committee member for the RETASTE Conferences and has long been a committee member of Hellenic Society of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. While no formal individual awards are mentioned, his accolades include leadership roles in international collaborations and publication milestones in high-impact journals, signifying recognition by global academic and scientific communities.

🔬 Research Focus

His primary research areas include occupational health and safety, risk analysis, reliability in construction and industry, electrodynamics, and time series data analysis. His notable project, “System and Workplace Safety: Risk Analysis and Assessment – Probabilistic Approaches and Modelling”, funded by ETAA/TSMEDE, showcases his expertise in applied safety engineering. Additionally, his contributions to ESA and NASA missions and EU projects like SEPServer highlight his interdisciplinary research scope, merging engineering with space and computational science for robust data-driven solutions.

🧾 Conclusion

Dr. Panagiotis Marhavilas exemplifies academic excellence, interdisciplinary expertise, and commitment to public and workplace safety. His contributions—spanning from space science to health and risk management—are well-documented through over 100 Scopus-indexed publications and numerous conference presentations. His roles as guest editor, scientific committee member, and collaborator with international research agencies cement his position as a global thought leader in sustainable engineering. His nomination for the Distinguished Scientist Award reflects both his scholarly impact and societal contribution.

📚 Publication Top Notes

  1. Title: A new classification model of occupational risk for industries based on Bayesian networks
    Journal: Safety Science, 2022
    Cited by: 21 articles

  2. Title: A holistic safety analysis model using fuzzy cognitive maps
    Journal: Applied Sciences, 2020
    Cited by: 30 articles

  3. Title: Application of Probabilistic Safety Assessment in Occupational Systems
    Journal: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 2019
    Cited by: 18 articles

  4. Title: A review of risk analysis and assessment methods in construction
    Journal: Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 2021
    Cited by: 27 articles

  5. Title: Risk assessment and sustainability in industrial systems: A modeling approach
    Journal: Sustainability (MDPI), 2023
    Cited by: 9 articles