Zafarani Uwingabire | Economic Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Published on 24/04/202524/04/2025 by Shen Awards

Dr. Zafarani Uwingabire | Economic Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zafarani Uwingabire is a Doctor in Economic Sciences and lecturer at Institut Agro Dijon, France, specializing in agricultural economics, environmental valuation, and biodiversity. With over a decade of academic and research experience across France and Rwanda, she has contributed to policy-relevant insights on pollinators’ decline and ecosystem services. Her multidisciplinary work intersects economics, ecology, and public policy.

Professional Profile

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Education

Dr. Uwingabire earned her PhD in Economic Sciences from the University of Toulouse 2 – Jean Jaurès (2021), where she evaluated the socio-economic impacts of pollinator decline. She holds a Master of Science in AgroFood Chain from INP-ENSAT (2015), focusing on trade and nutritional impacts of pollinator loss. Her academic journey began with a BSc in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness from the University of Rwanda (2012), where she analyzed land use consolidation policy impacts on agriculture and poverty in Muhanga District.

Professional Experience

Dr. Uwingabire is currently a lecturer at Institut Agro Dijon and researcher at CESAER-INRAE. She has held postdoctoral roles at INRAE Agroécologie and taught at University of Toulouse and Sciences Po Toulouse. She previously worked as an ATER, a research engineer, a consultant at FAO in Rome, and managed the coffee value chain at NAEB in Rwanda. Her career bridges academic, field-based, and policy-focused roles internationally.

Research Interests

Dr. Uwingabire’s research lies at the intersection of environmental economics, agroecology, and policy evaluation. She specializes in the economic assessment of ecosystem services, especially pollination, and studies the impact of biodiversity decline on social welfare. Her work involves interdisciplinary collaboration to develop tools for dialogue among scientists, NGOs, and policymakers. Her current projects focus on sustainable agriculture, water reuse, and pressures on pollinators.

Awards and Honors

While specific awards and honors are not detailed in the CV, Dr. Uwingabire’s academic journey includes recognition through prestigious research positions, including postdoctoral roles at INRAE and lecturer positions at leading French institutions. Her doctoral research, supervised by renowned economists and defended before a panel including CNRS and FAO experts, reflects scholarly excellence. Her selection for roles in international organizations like FAO underscores her impact.

Publications

Impacts of degraded pollination ecosystem services on global food security and nutrition

Z., Uwingabire, Zafarani, N., Gallai, Nicola

Ecological Economics, 2024

Prof. Johanna Kokot | Medical Economics | Best Researcher Award

Published on 24/02/2024 by Shen Awards

Prof. Johanna Kokot | Medical Economics | Best Researcher Award

Professor of Economics at Medical Economics, Universität Hamburg, Germany

Johanna Kokot, born on June 22, 1984, in Templin, is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences at Universität Hamburg. Since 2019, she has held the position of Assistant Professor for Behavioral Economics of Healthcare (Tenure Track) at the Hamburg Center for Health Economics, Universität Hamburg. Prior to this, from 2017 to 2019, she worked as a Research Fellow at the Central Research Institute of Ambulatory Health Care in Germany (Zentralinstitut für die Kassenärztliche Versorgung in Deutschland, Zi) in Berlin.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Prof. Johanna Kokot is an Assistant Professor for Behavioral Economics of Healthcare (Tenure Track) at the Hamburg Center for Health Economics, Universität Hamburg, since 2019. Prior to this role, she served as a Research Fellow at the Central Research Institute of Ambulatory Health Care in Germany (Zentralinstitut für die Kassenärztliche Versorgung in Deutschland, Zi), Berlin, from 2017 to 2019. From 2011 to 2017, she was a Research Fellow at the Department of Economics and Health Economics Research Center (CINCH) at the University of Duisburg-Essen.

Academic Training:

In 2018, Prof. Johanna Kokot earned her Ph.D. in Economics (Dr. rer. pol.) from the University of Duisburg-Essen. Her thesis, titled “Risk preferences and financial incentives in health care markets,” was awarded the highest distinction of summa cum laude. She completed her Diploma in Economics at TU Dortmund in 2010.

Research Interest:

Prof. Johanna Kokot’s research interests include Health Economics, Behavioral and Experimental Economics, and Healthcare Management.

Teaching:

At the Universität Hamburg, Prof. Johanna Kokot has taught a variety of courses covering Behavioral Economics, Health Economics, and related topics. In the winter term of 2023, she taught “Behavioral Health Economics” for the Master’s program in English, and “Actual Topics in Behavioral Economics” for the Bachelor’s program. In the summer term of 2023, she taught “Behavioral Economics” for the Bachelor’s program and “Monetary and non-monetary incentives” for the Master’s program. In the winter term of 2022, she taught “Behavioral Health Economics” and “Social Preferences” for the Master’s program. In the summer term of 2022, she taught “Behavioral Economics” and offered courses on the behavioral economic perspective of the coronavirus pandemic for both Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, as well as for the Hamburg International Summer School. Her courses in the winter term of 2021 included “Health Economics” in English, and courses on behavioral economic experiments and the coronavirus pandemic for the Master’s program. In the summer term of 2021, she taught “Behavioral Economics” and offered courses on the behavioral economic perspective of the coronavirus pandemic for both Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, as well as for the Hamburg International Summer School.

Publications:

Health insurance choice and risk preferences under cumulative prospect theory–an experiment
Authors: N Kairies-Schwarz, J Kokot, M Vomhof, J Weßling
Journal: Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization
Citations: 49
Year: 2017
A new look at physicians’ responses to financial incentives: Quality of care, practice characteristics, and motivations
Authors: J Brosig-Koch, H Hennig-Schmidt, N Kairies-Schwarz, J Kokot, D Wiesen
Journal: Journal of Health Economics
Citations: 39*
Year: 2024
The effects of competition on medical service provision
Authors: J Brosig‐Koch, B Hehenkamp, J Kokot
Journal: Health Economics
Citations: 24
Year: 2017
How Do Consumers Choose Health Insurance?–An Experiment on Heterogeneity in Attribute Tastes and Risk Preferences
Authors: N Kairies-Schwarz, J Kokot, M Vomhof, J Wessling
Citations: 18*
Year: 2014
Sorting into payment schemes and medical treatment: A laboratory experiment
Authors: J Brosig‐Koch, N Kairies‐Schwarz, J Kokot
Journal: Health Economics
Citations: 14
Year: 2017
Does a spouse’s health shock influence the partner’s risk attitudes?
Author: J Kokot
Journal: Ruhr Economic Papers
Citations: 6
Year: 2017
Who benefits from quality competition in health care? A theory and a laboratory experiment on the relevance of patient characteristics
Authors: J Brosig‐Koch, B Hehenkamp, J Kokot
Journal: Health Economics
Citations: 3
Year: 2023
Contextual framing effects on risk aversion assessed using the bomb risk elicitation task
Authors: B Hermanns, J Kokot
Journal: Economics Letters
Year: 2023
Do Prosocial Considerations Play a Role in Individuals’ Decision-Making Under Risk? Experimental Evidence from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: B Hermanns, J Kokot
Year: 2023
Heterogeneity in health insurance choice: an experimental investigation of consumer choice and feature preferences
Authors: B Hermanns, N Kairies-Schwarz, J Kokot, M Vomhof
Year: 2023

Prof Dr. Leonard F. S. Wang | Environmental Economics | Best Researcher Award

Published on 12/02/202412/02/2024 by Shen Awards

Prof Dr. Leonard F. S. Wang | Environmental Economics | Best Researcher Award

Wenlan Chair Professor at Environmental Economics, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Taiwan

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education 📚

Ph.D. in Economics, Purdue University, 1980
M.S. in Economics, Purdue University, 1977
Attended Brigham Young University, 1975-1976
M.A. in Economics, Soochow University, 1973
B.A. in Economics, Soochow University, 1971

Experience 🏢

Editorial Board, Modern Economy, 2022-present
Wenlan Professor, Wenlan School of Business, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, China, 2015-present
Chair Professor of Economics, National University of Kaohsiung, 2013-2016
Professor, Department of Applied Economics, National University of Kaohsiung, 2004-2013
Professor & Vice President, Department of Applied Economics, National University of Kaohsiung, 2003-2004
Professor & Chairman, Department of Applied Economics, National University of Kaohsiung, 1999-2003
Professor, Department of Business Management, National Sun Yat-Sen University, 1992-2001
NSC Research Professor, Department of Finance, National Sun Yat-Sen University, 1991-1992
Gencor Chair Professor of Economics, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, 1990 June – 1991 July

Leonard F. S. Wang ‘s citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar are as follows:

Cited by: All: 2080, Since 2018: 1202
Citations: 2080 (All), 1202 (Since 2018)
h-index: 26 (All), 20 (Since 2018)
i-10index: 55 (All), 38 (Since 2018

These metrics showcase the impact of Wang ‘s work within the academic community, demonstrating the number of citations his publications have received and the influence of his research output.

Academic Honor 🏅

2nd rank among all students in class from 2009 to 2012 with a GPA of 16.59 out of 20 in bachelor’s degree.
2nd rank among all students in class from 2012 to 2014 with a GPA of 17.27 out of 20 in master’s degree.
2nd rank among all students in class from 2016 to 2023 with a GPA of 19.75 out of 20 in Ph.D.’s degree.
First rank in the national entrance exam for Ph.D. in 2016 in horticultural sciences and green space engineering
First rank in the educational section of the 9th National Nano Competition on December 13, 2019
Obtaining financial support from the Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) with grant number 97015381 for the implementation of the thesis of Ph.D.
Member of the third cluster of Shahab in the Ferdowsi University of Mashhad in the academic years 2018-2019 and 2019-2020
The provincial darts champion of Ferdowsi University of Mashhad in February 2023

Administrative Experience 💼

Faculty Senate, National University of Kaohsiung, 2000-2013
University Personnel and Promotion Committee, National University of Kaohsiung, 2000-2004
Faculty Senate, National Sun Yat-Sen University, 1992-1998
And
Faculty Senate, University of the Witwatersrand
Board of the Faculty of Commerce, University of the Witwatersrand
Chairperson, University Safety Committee, University of the Witwatersrand
Higher Degree Committee, Univ
Computing Advisory Committee, University of the Witwatersrand
Departmental Budget Committee, Indiana State University
Faculty Recruiting Committee, Indiana State University

Fields of Teaching and Research Interest 📖🔍

International Trade Theory (Graduate & Undergraduate)
Microeconomic Theory (Graduate & Undergraduate)
Industrial Organization (Graduate & Undergraduate)
Business Economics (Graduate & Undergraduate)
Mathematical Economics (Graduate & Undergraduate)
Public Economics (Graduate)
Economics of Information and Uncertainty (Graduate)
Mainland China Economy (Graduate)

Publications:

Strategic environmental corporate social responsibility in a differentiated duopoly market
- Authors: CC Liu, LFS Wang, SH Lee
- Year: 2015
- Citations: 147
Corporate tax evasion and output decisions of the uncertain monopolist
- Authors: LFS Wang, JL Conant
- Year: 1988
- Citations: 121
Environmental taxes in a differentiated mixed duopoly
- Authors: LFS Wang, J Wang
- Year: 2009
- Citations: 119
Mixed oligopoly, optimal privatization, and foreign penetration
- Authors: LFS Wang, TL Chen
- Year: 2011
- Citations: 79
Do cost efficiency gap and foreign competitors matter concerning optimal privatization policy at the free entry market?
- Authors: LFS Wang, TL Chen
- Year: 2010
- Citations: 78
Corporate social responsibility and international competition: A welfare analysis
- Authors: YM Chang, HY Chen, LFS Wang, SJ Wu
- Year: 2014
- Cit
Tariff policy and welfare in an international duopoly with consumer‐friendly initiative
- Authors: LFS Wang, YC Wang, L Zhao
- Year: 2012
- Citations: 60
Endogenous choice of price or quantity contract and the implications of two-part-tariff in a vertical structure
- Authors: D Basak, LFS Wang
- Year: 2016
- Citations: 53
Privatization and the environment in a mixed duopoly with pollution abatement
- Authors: LFS Wang, Y Wang, L Zhao
- Year: 2009
- Citations: 53
CSR in an oligopoly with foreign competition: Policy and welfare implications
- Authors: Q Liu, LFS Wang, CL Chen
- Year: 2018
- Citations: 44

Prof . Young-Chul Kim | Economics of Education

Published on 21/12/2023 by Shen Awards

Prof . Young-Chul Kim : Leading Researcher in Economics of Education

Professor at Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Sogang University, south korea

Your remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 Your successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

The user completed their Ph.D. in Economics in 2009 as a Fulbright Scholar at the Department of Economics, Brown University. Prior to this, they earned an M.A. in Economics from the same department in 2005. In 2004, they attained a Master Diploma in Economics from the Department of Economics at Seoul National University. Their academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science degree from Seoul National University in 2000.

Professional Experience:

In 2022, the user holds a position as a Professor at Sogang University in Seoul. Prior to this, they were an Associate Professor at the same institution from 2017 to 2022. From 2018 to 2021, they served as a Trustee on the Board of Trustees of Chongshin University in Seoul. Their career also includes a role as an Assistant Professor at Sangmyung University in Seoul from 2013 to 2017. Before that, they worked as an Associate Fellow at the Korea Development Institute in Seoul from 2009 to 2013. In August 2010, they had a research visit at the Department of Economics, Brown University. In July 2009, they had another research visit at Universidad de los Andes in Bogota, Colombia. From 2005 to 2006, they were an Exchange Scholar at the Department of Economics, Harvard University. In August 2004, they completed the Fulbright Pre-Academic Program at the University of Pennsylvania. They also have experience as a Research Associate at the Korea Development Institute in Seoul and have completed military service as a KATUSA (Korean Augmentation to the United States Army) Sergeant-retired. Additionally, they were engaged in academic activities from 2000 to 2002.

Working Papers and in Progress:

The user has contributed to several research papers, showcasing their diverse interests and collaborations. One of their works, “Birds of a Feather: Life Cycle Social Externalities, Heterogeneous Beliefs, and Development Bias,” co-authored with Glenn Loury, is currently in the second round of revisions for the Journal of Economic Theory. Another collaborative effort with Seul-Ki Kim, titled “Are Girls Mentally Healthier without Boys Around? Mental Health Outcomes of Single-Sex Schooling,” is also in the second round of revisions, this time for Applied Economics. Furthermore, they have partnered with S. Lee, S. Kim, and D. Ryu on a paper titled “The Effect of Social Support on Suicidal Ideation of the Children of Cross-Border Marriage Couples,” which is currently in the resubmission stage for the Asian Economic Journal. Additionally, their work includes a paper titled “A Dynamic Game of Cop-Citizen Interactions,” co-authored with Glenn Loury and Jong Jae Lee.

Editorial Activity and Affiliation Services:

The user has an extensive history of editorial and organizational roles within the academic community, demonstrating their commitment to scholarly engagement and leadership. Currently, they hold the position of Co-editor for the Journal of Economic Theory and Econometrics, starting from 2022. Their previous editorial roles include serving as Co-editor for The Journal of Korean Economic Studies from 2015 to 2021 and as the Managing Editor (Microeconomic Theory) for The Korean Journal of Economic Studies from 2020 to 2021. They have also been an Editorial Board Member for the Korean Journal of Public Finance since 2013. Their leadership roles extend to serving as the Director on the Board of Directors for the Korea Econometric Society from 2022 to 2023 and as the Coordinator for the Microeconomics Research Group within the Korea Econometric Society from 2020 to 2022. In 2021, they took on the role of Deputy Secretary for the Korea International Economic Association. Additionally, they are members of several professional organizations, including the Association for Public Economic Theory, The Korean Association of Public Finance, The Korean Economics Association, The Korean Econometric Society, The Korean Labor Economic Association, The American Economic Association, and The European Economic Association.

Advisory Services:

The user has been actively involved in various advisory and committee roles within the educational and governmental sectors. Notably, they served as the Chair of the Advisory Committee on Private Education Policy at the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education in South Korea from December 2019 to December 2021. Additionally, they contributed as a member of the Board of Trustees at Chongshin University from September 2018 to March 2021. Their expertise is also recognized at the Korea Development Institute, where they have been an Economic Experts Panel Member since February 2015. They have engaged in shaping educational policies through their participation in the Presidential Council on Education’s Higher Education Future Vision and Reform Project Team from December 2017 to September 2018 and their involvement in international projects like The Knowledge-Based Economy Project Team in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from March 2012 to June 2013. Their impact on education policy extends to roles in the Ministry of Education, where they were part of the Higher Education Policy Committee from September 2017 to October 2018 and the Public Universities Development Committee from October 2011 to October 2012. They also contributed to the Presidential Council for Future and Vision’s Education Reform Committee from March 2011 to February 2012 and the Ministry of Planning and Finance’s National Budget Operation Committee on Education from March 2010 to December 2011. Their commitment to education is further demonstrated by their involvement in various educational initiatives, such as the Economic Information and Education Center at the Korea Development Institute and the Ministry of Security and Public Administration’s Recruitment Management Board, where they have been engaged since 2013. Additionally, they participated in the Korea Education Development Institute’s Task Force for Competency-based Curriculum Development from January 2013 to January 2014. Their leadership qualities are evident in their role as the Associate Director of the Korean Fulbright Alumni from January 2015 to December 2017.

Publications:

1.Antecedents and consequences of mobile phone usability: Linking simplicity and interactivity to satisfaction, trust, and brand loyalty

Published in Energy in 2015 with 542 citations.

2.Investigating the role of attitude in technology acceptance from an attitude strength perspective

Published in Energy in 2009 with 347 citations.

3.Knowledge acquisition via three learning processes in enterprise information portals: Learning-by-investment, learning-by-doing, and learning-from-others

Published in Energy in 2005 with 235 citations.

4.An experimental investigation of web-based information systems success in the context of electronic commerce

Published in Energy in 2005 with 231 citations.

5.The impact of interactivity of electronic word of mouth systems and E-Quality on decision support in the context of the e-marketplace

Published in Energy in 2019 with 219 citations.

Zafarani Uwingabire | Economic Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zafarani Uwingabire | Economic Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Impacts of degraded pollination ecosystem services on global food security and nutrition

Prof. Johanna Kokot | Medical Economics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Johanna Kokot | Medical Economics | Best Researcher Award

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