Muhammad Javid Nawaz | Project Management | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Muhammad Javid Nawaz | Project Management | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing University of Science and Technology | China 

Dr. Muhammad Javid Nawaz is a dedicated PhD Scholar at the Nanjing University of Science and Technology, specializing in Management Sciences and Engineering with a focus on Project Management. His research expertise spans sustainable construction, the Agenda, emotional intelligence, sustainability leadership, and project success in organizational and construction contexts. He has completed numerous research projects and has published extensively in high-impact journals indexed in SSCI, SCI, SCIE, and Scopus. His scholarly contributions include ten peer-reviewed publications addressing sustainability, leadership, and green innovation, contributing meaningfully to both academic and industrial advancements. Dr. Nawaz has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of experts in engineering, environmental sciences, and organizational behavior, fostering the integration of sustainable development principles into construction practices. His work bridges theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, promoting sustainable leadership and organizational performance. With an impressive research footprint reflected in his citations, h-index, and total documents, he continues to expand his influence within the global academic community. Through his ongoing collaborations with industry partners, Dr. Nawaz is applying his research to real-world challenges, driving innovation and sustainability in project management and construction. His contributions underscore a strong commitment to advancing sustainable development and leadership excellence in both academia and practice.

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Featured Publications 

Nawaz, M. J., Sajjad, A., Tahir, A. H., Adnan, M., Umer, M., & Song, H. (2025). Towards greening smart cities: Navigating net zero carbon in construction by 2050 through sustainable practices, innovation climate, and management support. Sustainable Cities and Society, 106878.

Tahir, A. H., Song, H., Abbass, K., Bibi, G., Nawaz, M. J., & Iqbal, S. (2025). Beyond hard skills: A game-changer power of emotional intelligence and charismatic leadership for unlocking performance in education. Leadership and Policy in Schools.

Watanabe, W. C., Shafiq, M., Ali, S., Nawaz, M. J., & Nazeer, S. (2024). The impact of triple constraints on the project success: A moderating role of organizational support. Journal of Project Management.

Watanabe, W. C., Shafiq, M., Nawaz, M. J., Saleem, I., & Nazeer, S. (2024, December). The impact of emotional intelligence on project success: Mediating role of team cohesiveness and moderating role of organizational culture. International Journal of Engineering Business Management.

Iqbal, S., Ummara, U., Nawaz, M. J., Ali, A., & Fatima, I. (2024, September 25). The role of political leadership achieving economic growth and project success through the mediating role of political stability: Investigation from mega project. iRASD Journal of Economics, 6(3), Article 240.

Yongbo Li | Behavior Economics | Best Innovation Award

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Prof. Yongbo Li | Behavior Economics | Best Innovation Award

China University of Pertoleum (East China) | China 

Prof. Yongbo Li is a distinguished researcher specializing in environmental economics, sustainable development, and green behavior policy analysis. His work focuses on promoting eco-friendly practices among urban residents and industries through data-driven economic modeling and behavioral experimentation. He has successfully led multiple national and regional research projects, including studies on urban green travel guidance, water-saving behavior strategies, emission reduction in China’s oil industry, and transformation dynamics of regional economic growth. Prof. Li’s investigations have provided strategic insights into low-carbon development and sustainable industrial transformation, particularly under China’s evolving carbon emission trading mechanisms. His consultancy work extends to national enterprises and government bodies, contributing to energy conservation, emission reduction, and financial planning initiatives such as the “15th Five-Year Financial Plan for Qingdao Huangdao District” and the “Industrial Energy Conservation Model for the Yellow River Delta.” His recent publications in high-impact journals like Journal of Cleaner Production and Annals of Operations Research highlight his contributions to sustainable manufacturing and behavioral economics in environmental management. Through his scholarly output, including influential books and ongoing applied research, Prof. Li continues to advance the integration of economic theory with sustainability practices, addressing critical challenges in energy, environment, and policy innovation.

Profile: Orcid 

Featured Publications 

Wang, J., van Zyl, J. E., Wen, L., Li, Y., & Che, S. (2025). The impact of smart meter programmes on household water consumption: Evidence from New Zealand. Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Economics, 109, 102413.

Wang, J., Wen, L., Li, Y., Liu, J., & Che, S. (2025). Uncovering the impacts of social comparative information on water saving behavior among urban residents: A field experiment in China. Journal of Cleaner Production, 485, 144863.