Taofeek Olusola AYINDE – Economics – Best Scholar Award

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Taofeek Olusola AYINDE – Economics – Best Scholar Award

Dr. Taofeek Olusola Ayinde distinguished academic and researcher in the field Economics.

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

He has attended several educational institutions over the years, starting with Opebi Grammar School in Opebi Estate, Ikeja, from 1992 to 1997. He completed a course at IMS Computer Training School, Oba-Akran, Ikeja, in 2000 and earned a Certificate in Desktop Publishing (DTP) the same year. In 2001, he completed his studies with the West African Examination Council (Private). He pursued a Diploma in Business Administration at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria, from 2002 to 2004, followed by a B.Sc. in Economics from the same university from 2005 to 2008, graduating with Second Class Upper honors. He then earned an M.Sc. in Economics (Ph.D.-Proceed Grade) from the University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, between 2012 and 2014. In 2016, he attended the Kenya School of Monetary Studies in Nairobi, Kenya, and participated in the Joint Facility for Electives on the Ph.D. Programme. He completed his Ph.D. in Economics (Collaborative) through a Collaborative Ph.D. Programme (CPP) in Sub-Saharan Africa hosted by the University of Ibadan from 2016 to 2020.

He holds numerous academic qualifications, including a Ph.D. in Economics (Collaborative) from 2020, a Joint Facility for Electives on the Ph.D. Programme from 2016, an M.Sc. in Economics from 2014, a B.Sc. in Economics from 2008, and a Diploma in Business Administration from 2004.

Professionally, he is an Alumnus and Network Member of the African Economic Research Consortium since 2020, a member of the Central Bank Research Association (CEBRA) since 2018, and an Associate Member of the Nigerian Economics Society (NES) since 2011. He became an Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) and a Graduate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) in 2010. Additionally, he earned the Associate Accounting Technician in West Africa (AATWA) qualification in 2007.

Work Experience

He has extensive work experience in academia and research. Currently, he is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Fountain University, Osogbo, a position he has held since November 2022, where his duties include teaching, research, and community development. Prior to this, he served as Lecturer I in the same department from October 2020 to September 2022, and as Lecturer II from October 2017 to September 2020. He began his tenure at Fountain University as an Assistant Lecturer in March 2014, holding that position until September 2017.

Before joining Fountain University, he was a Research Associate working with Prof. S.A. Tella, Director of the Centre for Continuing Education at Olabisi Onabanjo University, from 2013 to March 2014. He also gained experience as a Junior Research Fellow at the Centre for Applied Economics and Policy Studies (CEAPEPS) in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he served as a Part-Time Lecturer at the School of Part-Time Studies, Lagos State Polytechnic, Isolo, Lagos, from June 2010 to 2012.

He began his professional career as a Mathematics Teacher during his National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) at Gandi Secondary School in Rabah LGA, Sokoto State, from 2009 to 2010. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Quality Control Assistant at Krimo Products Nigeria Limited from June 1997 to September 1999.

 Books

  • Books, Monograph or Patents
    Ayinde, T.O. (2015), Investigating the Nexus between CAL and FDI Behaviour in Nigeria.
    LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN: 9783659391149,
    https://www.amazon.com/Investigating-Nexus-between-BehaviourNigeria/dp/365939114X
  •  Ayinde, T. O. (2020). Double Trilemma and Central Bank Behaviour in Nigeria.
    Postgraduate College, University of Ibadan, Nigeria,
    http://repository.pgcollegeui.com:8080/xmlui/bitstream/handle/123456789/1510/ayinde.p
    df?sequence=1&isAllowed=y
    (b) Chapter(s) in Books
  • Bankole, A. S., and Ayinde, T. O. (2022). Fiscal Dominance and Exchange Rate Stability
    in Nigeria in. Jerome, A. T., and Tella, S. A. (eds). Reshaping Policies for African
    Development, Essays in Honour of Prof. David Olusanya Ajakaiye at 70, 23 – 36, Ibadan
    University Press, Nigeria.

GRANTS AWARD

  •  Recipient – PhD Thesis Research Grant (Awarded by the AERC) – 2017 – 2019
  • Co-Recipient – Collaborative Research Grant Sept., 2018- Sept., 2019.
    The Grant was awarded by the AERC on Employment Generation along Cassava Value
    Chains in Nigeria on the Collaborative Research Theme: “Evolution of Agricultural Value
    Chains in Sub-Saharan Africa”. Other Collaborators include Professors. S.A. Bankole;
    A.O. Adewuyi and Drs O.A. Oyeranti; A. Aminu; B.O. Fatai (All of the University of
    Ibadan).

 

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Li YANG – Inequality and Political Economy -Graph Analytics Research Excellence Award

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Li YANG – Inequality and Political Economy -Graph Analytics Research Excellence Award

Dr. Li Yang  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Inequality and Political Economy .His main fields of interest include income and wealth inequality, economic history, and political economy. He has been a researcher at ZEW in Mannheim since 2023 and an affiliated scholar at the Stone Center at the City University of New York since the same year. Since 2017, he has been a research fellow at the World Inequality Lab at the Paris School of Economics (PSE). From 2021 to 2023, he was a research associate at DIW Berlin. Additionally, he served as a Stone Research Fellow at INSEAD in Paris from 2020 to 2021 and coordinated for Asia at the World Inequality Lab at PSE from 2018 to 2021. Earlier in his career, he was a researcher with the DEC Research Group at the World Bank in Washington DC from 2013 to 2017.

🌐 Professional Profile

Educations📚📚📚

He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from Xiamen University in China in 2019, following a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from the same institution in 2003. Between 2007 and 2009, he participated in a Joint Doctoral Program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in the USA.

Work Experience

He has received various funding and scholarships throughout his career. In 2023, he was awarded a €25,000 grant from the Mannheim Taxation Project and received funding for an experiment within the German Socio-Economic Panel (SOEP-IS) from ZEW. DIW Berlin granted him a €12,000 Project Research Program Grant for 2023-2024. He also secured a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Individual Fellowship from the European Commission, amounting to €173,000 for 2018-2020. The World Bank provided him with a $89,000 Research Support Budget from 2014-2017. Earlier, he was awarded a $28,500 Joint Doctoral Program Scholarship for studying abroad by the China Scholarship Council from 2007-2009, recognizing him as part of the top 2.5% of Chinese Ph.D. students. His teaching experience includes a short master course on “The Economic History of China through the Lens of Economic Inequality,” which he taught at Freie Universität Berlin, Germany, in 2022, and at Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia, in 2023.

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Fayaz Hussain Tunio – Economics – Best Researcher Award

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Fayaz Hussain Tunio – Economics – Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Fayaz Hussain Tunio  distinguished academic and researcher in the field Economic. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Economics at Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University of Law since July 2022. Within this role, he contributes to the development and implementation of the newly established economics, business, and criminology schools at ZABUL. His teaching responsibilities encompass a diverse range of courses tailored for law, economics, and business students. Recognized as an Approved Supervisor for Ph.D. and Masters Level programs by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, he oversees the academic progress of postgraduate students. His expertise lies in core subjects such as Research Methodology, Econometrics, Public Economics, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, and Principles of Economics at advanced levels. With a robust skill set in analytical thinking, observation, and problem-solving, particularly in economics and public finance, he is adept at both research and teaching. Notably, he has a commendable track record of active participation in conferences and academic events at both national and international levels.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

He holds a Ph.D. in Economics, earned in 2021, with a specialization in Public Finance from the Central University of Finance and Economics in Beijing, China, achieving an outstanding GPA of 4.38 out of 4.5. Prior to his doctoral studies, he completed an MBA with a specialization in Finance in 2007, obtaining a commendable CGPA of 3.21 out of 4 from the University of Sindh. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 2004 from Shah Abdul Latif University in Khairpur, Sindh, laying a strong foundation for his subsequent achievements in the field of economics and finance.

Certificates and  Membership

He has actively engaged in numerous international symposiums, discussions, and workshops, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Notable participations include the International Symposium on Theory and Practice of VAT and the International Discussion on Regional Financial Arrangements & IMF Discussion, both organized by the School of Finance at the Central University of Finance and Economics. Additionally, he attended the Summer Course on Introduction to International Tax Law & Tax Treaty Law at the same university, further expanding his expertise in the field.

His dedication to scholarly pursuits is evident through his participation in various academic webinars and workshops, such as the Bentham Science / Research Square webinar on ‘Journal Selection to Enhance Your Career’ and the Authors Workshop on how to publish articles in Wiley journals. Furthermore, he has contributed to enhancing research capacity through his involvement in strengthening peer review processes in collaboration with Imperial College London and Riphah University.

Beyond academia, he actively engages in extracurricular activities, including participating in events like The Belt and Road 2019 Beijing International Fishing Friendly Tournament, where he secured the second position. Additionally, he has sought insights into career development, attending workshops like ‘Job Hunting in the Development Sector; Tips from Gates Foundation’.

His professional affiliations include membership in the Certified Internal Auditors of Pakistan (CIAP) with Membership Number M-128 and membership in the Champions of Reforms at the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiative, Government of Pakistan. These engagements highlight his diverse interests, dedication to continuous learning, and active involvement in professional communities both within and beyond his field of expertise.

Award

He has garnered notable achievements and accolades throughout his career, reflecting his expertise and commitment to academia and public service. Recognized as an Approved Ph.D. Supervisor by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, he plays a pivotal role in guiding the next generation of scholars. Moreover, he conducted a Faculty Development Training Program as a Master Trainer at Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University, under the Training of Trainers program initiated by the Sindh Higher Education Commission, demonstrating his dedication to enhancing educational standards.

As a Certified Member of the Certified Internal Auditors of Pakistan (CIAP) with Membership Number M-128, he brings a wealth of expertise to financial and auditing domains. His contributions extend beyond academia, as evidenced by his participation in prestigious events such as the Roundtable Consultation on Maximizing the Impact of Public PSDP Portal and the Roundtable Consultation on Digitization of Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) organized by the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Government of Pakistan.

Furthermore, he was invited to the Inaugural Meeting of Champions of Reform Network by the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, further highlighting his recognition within governmental circles. His academic pursuits have been supported by prestigious honors such as the Fully Funded Chinese Government Scholarship during his Ph.D. studies, underscoring his dedication to scholarly excellence.

Additionally, his success extends to securing research funding, as evidenced by winning a project on the Role of Islamic Finance in government revenue, for which he was awarded 50,000 RMBs. These accomplishments underscore his multifaceted contributions to academia, research, and policy development, positioning him as a respected figure within both academic and governmental spheres.

Consultancy Project

He provided individual consultancy services to Arshad Enterprises, offering expertise in financial management, report writing, accounting finalization, and matters related to corporate and income tax. This consultancy spanned from June 1st, 2020, to August 31st, 2020, and again from December 1st, 2020, to February 15th, 2021. In a similar capacity as an individual consultant, he assumed responsibility for financial management, report writing, and addressing corporate and income tax-related issues for the Karachi Employees’ Cooperative Housing Society. This consultancy engagement extended from March 1st, 2016, to February 28th, 2017. Through these roles, he demonstrated his proficiency in financial matters and tax compliance, providing valuable support to the respective organizations during the specified periods.

 

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Diptanshu Gaur- Development Economics – Best Researcher Award

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Diptanshu Gaur- Development Economics

Dr. Diptanshu Gaur distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Development Economic .He  currently working on inequalities in educational achievements by exploring the role of individual capabilities and cultural capital in improving the outcomes.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

He completed his academic journey with a Ph.D. in Management from the Indian Institute of Management Rohtak in 2023. Prior to his doctoral studies, he pursued a Master of Commerce (M.Com) in Economic Administration at the P.G School of Commerce, University of Rajasthan, from 2014 to 2016. He laid the groundwork for his academic pursuits with a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) in Economic Administration and Financial Management from Commerce College, University of Rajasthan, which he attained from 2011 to 2014.

He has been actively contributing to academic literature with his research endeavors. His publications span various topics, showcasing his interdisciplinary expertise. For instance, in a collaborative effort with colleagues, he explored the dynamics of educational achievement disparities, delving into the impact of individual capabilities and social identities. Another notable contribution lies in the realm of sustainable waste management, where he co-authored a guide tailored to emerging economies. Furthermore, his research extends to areas like education policies, COVID-19 stimulus packages, technology-driven responsiveness during crises, and the application of netnography in digital government research. His work reflects a commitment to addressing contemporary challenges and advancing knowledge in diverse fields, ranging from management and economics to education and technology.

 

 Conferences/Workshops

He actively participated in several prestigious international conferences, where he presented his research findings on critical socio-economic issues. At the 1st PAN IIT International Management Conference in 2018, hosted by IIT Roorkee, he discussed the growth of Indian business communities and families from an institution-based perspective. Subsequently, at the Human Development & Capabilities Association Conference in 2019, held at University College London, he examined the inequality of opportunities in educational achievements, focusing on the influence of individuals’ social networks. The following year, he presented at the 7th PAN IIM World Management Conference in 2019, organized by IIM Rohtak, shedding light on inequalities in educational achievements and the impact of individuals’ social relationships. Furthermore, his engagement continued at the Human Development & Capabilities Association Conference in 2020, held in Auckland, New Zealand, where he further explored the pervasive issue of inequalities within society. Through his active involvement in these conferences, he demonstrated a commitment to advancing scholarly discourse and addressing pressing societal challenges.

 

Academic Projects

He undertook various academic projects, showcasing his commitment to practical research and societal impact. In 2021, under the auspices of the Government of Haryana, he conducted an oxygen supply audit at PGIMS, Rohtak, contributing to the healthcare infrastructure’s efficiency and preparedness. Additionally, he evaluated the PRASHAD Scheme in 2021, commissioned by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, to assess its effectiveness in promoting tourism and cultural heritage. Furthermore, in 2017, he collaborated with the Jammu & Kashmir Police to study public confidence in policing, aiming to enhance law enforcement strategies and community relations. Through these projects, he demonstrated his ability to apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges, fostering positive change and informed policymaking.

Administrative Experience

He has amassed a diverse range of experiences across entrepreneurship, academia, teaching, and administrative roles, showcasing his versatility and dedication to various endeavors. As the founder of Bliss The Unisex Salon Chain since 2021, and co-founder of MohThe Eternal Dhaga since 2022, he demonstrates his entrepreneurial acumen and leadership in the business sector. Additionally, his academic engagements include teaching courses on Macroeconomics at Birla Institute of Management Technology in 2024, Financial Markets at Jindal Global Business School in 2023, and Indian Economy & Culture to underprivileged Kashmiri students in 2021, reflecting his commitment to education and social empowerment.

His administrative roles, including serving as the FPM Representative at IIM Rohtak and as a founding member of the Swaniti Policy Club, highlight his organizational skills and involvement in academic initiatives. Proficient in various software tools such as MS Office, STATA, SPSS, NVivo, R, and Gephi, he possesses a strong analytical and technical aptitude. His research interests span diverse fields such as social inequalities, educational achievements, capability approach, cultural capital, and the Indian economy, underscoring his interdisciplinary approach to academia.

Furthermore, he actively contributes to the academic community through referee activities for esteemed publications and conferences, including Social Indicators Research, Academy of Management Conference, and PAN IIM World Management Conference. His professional journey also includes experiences as a team member at Purna Shiksha, where he conducted field visits, developed teaching content, and taught classes for immigrant children, as well as a Credit Risk Analyst at Zouk Loans, where he assessed loan applicants’ risk profiles and contributed to client acquisition strategies. Through these varied experiences, he has demonstrated his commitment to personal and professional growth, along with a dedication to making positive contributions to society.

 

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