Carmen Perez-Esparrells | Applied Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Carmen Perez-Esparrells | Applied Economics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Carmen Perez-Esparrells, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Carmen Pérez-Esparrells 📚 is an expert in the Economics of Education and Public Finance. She teaches at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) and has led significant research in university funding, public educational policies, and university rankings 🌍. Her work has influenced Spanish higher education through consultancy with ministries and public universities 💼. She has authored numerous publications, including on efficiency in higher education and university performance 📊. Dr. Pérez-Esparrells is also a key member of the iMetrics Lab at the Polytechnic University of Valencia 🔬 and editor at Fundación Europea Sociedad y Educación. 🌐

 

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Education & Research

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Carmen Perez-Esparrells, a renowned academic from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, focuses her research on public expenditure in higher education, university funding, and rankings. With a PhD in Economics, she has contributed significantly to the field, directing doctoral theses and producing influential publications. Her collaboration with international research groups like iMetrics Lab has led to various impactful studies on university evaluation and efficiency. 🌍📖

Teaching & Contributions

Dr. Perez-Esparrells has taught at multiple Spanish universities, including Universidad Complutense and Universidad de Extremadura. She has directed research projects and guided students into teaching and policymaker roles. Her recent work highlights the impact of public educational policies and the dynamics of global university rankings. 🎓💡

Research Focus

C. Pérez-Esparrells focuses on higher education management, university rankings, and the economic aspects of public universities, with an emphasis on governance, quality assessment, and knowledge transfer. Their research explores topics such as university efficiency, the impact of fundraising, and the role of social responsibility in universities. They have also contributed to studies on the relationship between funding and educational quality, international mobility, and educational policy. Their work is vital for understanding how higher education institutions can optimize resources, improve performance, and align with sustainable development goals. 📚🏫💡📊🌍

 

Publication Top Notes 📚

  • Comparing efficiency in a cross-country perspective: the case of Italian and Spanish state universities – Cited by 326 – 2010 📊🏫
  • The relevance of knowledge transfer for universities’ efficiency scores: an empirical approximation on the Spanish public higher education system – Cited by 86 – 2017 🔄📚
  • Nuevas estrategias económicas en la universidad desde la responsabilidad social – Cited by 72 – 2010 💼🌱
  • Enhancing sustainable development goals or promoting universities? An analysis of the times higher education impact rankings – Cited by 62 – 2022 🌍📈
  • Los rankings de las instituciones de educación superior: una revisión del panorama internacional – Cited by 59 – 2009 📑🌍
  • El fracaso escolar en España: Un análisis por Comunidades Autónomas – Cited by 55 – 2012 📉🇪🇸
  • The Challenge of Fundraising in Universities in Europe – Cited by 55 – 2012 💰🎓
  • La responsabilidad social en las universidades públicas españolas: vectores de cambio en la gobernanza – Cited by 51 – 2009 🤝🏫
  • Comparing university performance by legal status: a Malmquist-type index approach for the case of the Spanish higher education system – Cited by 49 – 2017 ⚖️📊
  • Los rankings internacionales de las instituciones de educación superior y las clasificaciones universitarias en España: visión panorámica y prospectiva de futuro – Cited by 45 – 2011 🌐🏆
  • La educación universitaria en España: el vínculo entre financiación y calidad – Cited by 44 – 2004 💵📚
  • Do the technical universities exhibit distinct behaviour in global university rankings? A Times Higher Education (THE) case study – Cited by 43 – 2018 🎓🌍
  • El uso de los indicadores de gestión en la evaluación de la calidad universitaria – Cited by 33 – 1998 📊🎯

 

Sugandh Arora | Business Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Sugandh Arora | Business Economics | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Sugandh Arora, Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune, India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sugandh Arora is a PhD graduate in Management from Lovely Professional University (2018-2022), with a thesis titled “A Study on Effectiveness of Household Food Security in Punjab.” She holds a Masters in Business Economics from GGDSD College, Chandigarh, and a Bachelors in Business Administration from DAV College, Jalandhar. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Ajeenkya DY Patil University (since March 2024), Dr. Arora provides academic insights in economics and entrepreneurship. Her research focuses on food security, remittances, and productivity growth, with papers under review in Scopus-indexed journals.

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Research Focus and Expertise

Dr. Sugandh Arora specializes in Development Economics, Household Food Security, Public Distribution Systems, and Policy Framing. Her research addresses critical issues such as food security and economic vulnerability, with significant contributions to understanding the impacts of blockchain technology on sustainable food security and the effectiveness of household food security systems in Punjab. These areas of focus demonstrate her expertise in addressing contemporary challenges in economic policy and development.

Education and Academic Qualifications

Dr. Arora holds a Ph.D. in Management from Lovely Professional University, with a thesis on the effectiveness of household food security. Her educational background includes a Master’s in Business Economics and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. This solid academic foundation supports her advanced research in economics and policy.

Professional Experience

Dr. Arora’s professional journey includes roles as an Assistant Professor at Ajeenkya DY Patil University and Sharda University, where she has been involved in teaching, academic events, and research committees. Her previous experience as a Guest Lecturer and Assistant Professor further underscores her dedication to academia and research.

Conferences and Seminars

Dr. Arora has presented her research at various international conferences and seminars, receiving recognition for her work on blockchain technology and sustainable food security. Her active participation in academic events reflects her commitment to advancing her field and engaging with the broader research community.

Skills and Review Contributions

Dr. Arora possesses skills in data analysis, academic writing, and public speaking, supported by her experience in reviewing for international journals such as International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management and Journal of Public Affairs. Her ability to conduct high-quality scientific research and her proficiency with statistical and qualitative tools are notable.

Publication Top Notes  

  • Blockchain Adoption in Banking Systems: A Boon or Bane? (S Arora, T Nabi) 📊 – Cited by 12 (2022)
  • Determinants affecting household food security in India: a critical review (S Arora, T Nabi) 📉 – Cited by 4 (2022)
  • Blockchain Technology: A Double-Edged Sword when it Comes to Sustainable Food Security (S Arora, T Nabi, M Bhardwaj) 🍽️ – Cited by 2* (2023)
  • A Systematic Review on Indian Food Security Systems and Food Assistance Programmes (FAPs) in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic (S Arora, T Nabi, V Sarin) 🦠 – Cited by 1 (2023)
  • An examination of the pricing of IPOs: The Indian perspective (R Raut, A Deshpande, S Arora, A Mittal, R Alandikar) 📈 – Cited by 1 (2022)
  • Inchoate disaster of COVID-19: A systematic review on risk factors triggering morbidity and fatality progression (S Oberoi, P Kansra, V Awasthi, S Arora) 🦠 – Cited by 1 (2021)
  • How does blockchain impact sustainable food security? Insights from literature review (S Arora, S Oberoi, T Nabi, B Verma) 🔗(2024)
  • Prevalence of Household Food Security and Health-related Quality of Life: Special Consideration on the Expectant Mothers in Punjab (S Arora, T Nabi, S Oberoi, V Awasthi) 🤰  (2024)
  • What Do We Know About Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technology Integration in the Healthcare Industry? (S Oberoi, S Arora, B Verma, KK Roy) 🤖 (2024)
  • A study on effectiveness of household food security in Punjab (S Arora) 🏡 (2022)


Conclusion

Dr. Sugandh Arora’s impressive academic qualifications, extensive research contributions, and active engagement in conferences and seminars position her as a strong candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” Her work in development economics and food security, combined with her professional experience and skills, aligns well with the criteria for recognizing outstanding research achievements.