Suraksha Gupta | Responsible Marketing | Best Researcher Award

Prof Suraksha Gupta University of Arts United Kingdom

With a rich tapestry of educational accomplishments, she has left an indelible mark across prestigious institutions and diverse fields of study. Commencing her academic journey with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Delhi in 1988, she laid the cornerstone for her future endeavors. Eager to expand her horizons, she pursued an MBA from the Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad, India, graduating in 2005. Her thirst for knowledge led her to Brunel University, UK, where she completed her PhD in Marketing in 2008, solidifying her expertise in the field.

Education:

She has an impressive array of educational achievements spanning several prestigious institutions and fields of study. Beginning with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Delhi in 1988, she laid the foundation for her academic journey. Building upon this, she obtained an MBA from the Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad, India, in 2005, before pursuing a PhD in Marketing from Brunel University, UK, which she completed in 2008. Continuing her academic pursuits, she earned a PGCert (Diploma) in Higher Education from Middlesex University, UK, in 2011, further enhancing her expertise in educational practices. She then undertook the Brunel Associate Practitioner Pathway in 2009, consolidating her skills and knowledge. Her commitment to staying at the forefront of her field is evident in her participation in programs such as the CABS Development Program for Deans’ and Directors’ in 2021 and the Leveraging Big Data for Business Intelligence course at Cambridge University, UK, in 2022. Most recently, she acquired a Professional Certificate in Data Analyst from EDX.org in 2023, demonstrating her dedication to continuous learning and professional development.

Experience:

She has held esteemed positions in academia, demonstrating her expertise and commitment to the field of marketing. Beginning her career as a Lecturer at Middlesex University Business School in 2009, she honed her teaching skills and academic prowess. Progressing to Brunel Business School in 2010, she continued to inspire and educate students as a Lecturer until 2014. Her dedication and contributions led to her appointment as a Senior Lecturer at Kent Business School from 2014 to 2016, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape. Building upon her successes, she served as a Professor of Marketing at Newcastle University from 2017 to January 2024, where she made significant strides in research and education. Currently, she holds the prestigious position of Professor of Marketing at the University of Arts, London, starting from February 2024 onwards. Throughout her journey, she has exemplified leadership, innovation, and excellence in academia, leaving an indelible mark on the field of marketing.

Amir Noori | Water Consumption Behavior | Member

Mr Amir Noori University of Ottawa, Canada

Amir Noori is a Ph.D. Candidate at the Department of Civil Engineering, University of Ottawa, Canada. He received his M.Sc. in Water Resource Engineering and Management. His research interests are directed at water resources planning, Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) methods, Climate Change, and RS and GIS. Results obtained from his research have been published in multiple papers in international journals.

Education:

He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Water Resources Engineering at the University of Ottawa in Ontario, Canada. His research focuses on the rehabilitation planning of municipal water distribution networks under the impacts of climate change, with Prof. Hossein Bonakdari as his supervisor. Prior to this, he obtained his M.Sc. in Water Resources Engineering and Management from Razi University in Kermanshah, Iran, where he achieved a GPA of 16.81 out of 20. His master’s thesis, supervised by Prof. Hossein Bonakdari, involved the development of an optimal water supply plan using integrated fuzzy multi-criteria decision-making methods. He also holds a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering-Water from the Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch, Tehran, Iran, with a GPA of 15.52 out of 20. Throughout his academic journey, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to water resources management and engineering research.

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Experience:

He currently serves as a Research Assistant at the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Ottawa in Ontario, Canada, under the supervision of Prof. Hossein Bonakdari. Additionally, he holds the position of Assistant Researcher at both the Departments of Civil Engineering and Geology at Razi University in Kermanshah, Iran, where he works under the joint supervision of Prof. Hossein Bonakdari and Dr. Jafar MasoomPour Samakosh. Previously, he worked as a Scientific Researcher at the Department of Surface Water in the Regional Water Authority of Kermanshah, Iran, under the supervision of Dr. Ali Fattahi. His extensive research experience also includes a role as a Research Assistant at the Department of Civil Engineering at Razi University in Kermanshah, Iran, from 2016 to 2019, supervised by Prof. Hossein Bonakdari. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong dedication to advancing knowledge and expertise in civil and water engineering.

Awards and Honors:

He has been recognized for his academic achievements with various prestigious scholarships and grants. Notably, he was awarded the Admission Scholarship of the University of Ottawa, Canada, spanning from January 2023 to January 2027, followed by the Special Merit Scholarship of the Faculty of Engineering at the same university, covering the period from January 2023 to January 2024. Additionally, he received the Doctoral International Scholarship from the University of Ottawa, Canada, extending from January 2023 to January 2028. Prior to his doctoral studies, he was granted the Kermanshah Province Regional Water Authority Grant in July 2021. His outstanding performance during his master’s studies at Razi University led to him being ranked as the top student in the entire graduating class in September 2019. Furthermore, he was awarded a Tuition-Waiver for the master’s program at Razi University, which he attended from September 2016 to September 2019.

Publications:

The optimal dam site selection using a group decision-making method through fuzzy TOPSIS model Cited By : 42, Published By : 2018
Exploring the role of advertising types on improving the water consumption behavior: An application of integrated fuzzy AHP and fuzzy VIKOR method Cited By : 37, Published By : 2020
A group Multi-Criteria Decision-Making method for water supply choice optimization Cited By : 30, Published By : 2021
Development of optimal water supply plan using integrated fuzzy Delphi and fuzzy ELECTRE III methods—Case study of the Gamasiab basin Cited By : 30, Published By : 2020
Optimized artificial neural networks-based methods for statistical downscaling of gridded precipitation data Cited By : 29, Published By : 2019
A reliable GIS-based FAHP-FTOPSIS model to prioritize urban water supply management scenarios: A case study in semi-arid climate Cited By : 23, Published By : 2022
Comparison performance of artificial neural network based method in estimation of electric conductivity in wet and dry periods: Case study of Gamasiab river, Iran Cited By : 5, Published By : 2019
Performance assessment of modified clinoptilolite and magnetic nanotubes on sulfate removal and potential application in natural river samples Cited By : 4, Published By : 2020
A novel Multiple Attribute Decision-making approach for assessing the effectiveness of advertising to a target audience on drinking water consumers’ behavior considering age … Cited By : 3, Published By : 2023
Investigation of Groundwater Resources Quality for Drinking Purposes Using GWQI and GIS: A Case Study of Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada Cited By : 2, Published By : 2023

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