Mr. Guangcai Zhang | Econometrics | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Guangcai Zhang, Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences, China

Guangcai Zhang is an Assistant Researcher at the Institute of Applied Economics, Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences, specializing in agricultural and development economics 🌾, and urban-rural development 🏙️. He earned his PhD in Applied Economics from Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🎓, after completing his Master’s in Finance at Northwest A&F University. His research includes econometric analysis using microdata, with numerous publications on land rights and rural governance. Guangcai has led several national projects, including on agricultural land rights and rural modernization. He has been honored with multiple awards for his contributions to decision-making consulting and social science research 🏆.

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Educational Background

Guangcai Zhang holds a PhD in Applied Economics from Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🎓, where his research focused on econometric analysis using microdata 📊. During his doctoral studies, he participated in the Antai-IBM Data Science Training Camp. Prior to this, he earned a Master’s in Economics, majoring in Finance, from Northwest A&F University, graduating a year early. His coursework included Financial Engineering, Advanced Investment, Econometrics, and Securities Investment 💹. Guangcai also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Northwest A&F University 🌾, where he was recognized for his outstanding graduation project 🏆.

Honorary Awards

Guangcai Zhang has received numerous prestigious awards 🏆 for his contributions to research and academia. In 2023, he earned the Third Prize in the 2022 Research Achievement Award from the Shanghai Party Building Research Association 🎖️. He also won the Third Prize in the 13th (2022) and Second Prize in the 12th (2020) Shanghai Decision-making Consulting Research Achievement Awards 🥉🥈. His 2020 paper was recognized as “Excellent Paper” at the 18th Shanghai Social Science Academic Annual Conference 📄. Additionally, he was honored with the “Outstanding Student Party Member” title at Shanghai Jiao Tong University in 2019 🎓.

Research Focus

Guangcai Zhang’s research primarily focuses on agricultural economics 🌾, property rights, and land governance in rural China 🏞️. His work delves into the effects of land titling programs on market participation and property rights, as shown in his publication in the Journal of Chinese Governance 📚. He also explores behavioral economics, particularly how information sources influence residents’ risk attitudes, highlighted by his co-authored study in Frontiers in Psychology 🧠. Zhang’s research integrates applied econometrics to address economic and social challenges, with a strong emphasis on rural development and policy impacts in China 📊.

Publication Top Notes

Property rights and market participation: evidence from the land titling program in rural China

How Does the Change of Information Source Affect Residents’ Risk Attitudes?

Conclusion

Mr. Zhang’s combination of academic excellence, research accomplishments, and practical impact make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Prof. Josue Mbonigaba | Econometrics and Finance Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Josue Mbonigaba, University of KWaZulu-Natal, South Africa

🎓 Prof. Josue Mbonigaba is an accomplished economist with a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. With extensive research focusing on health economics, he’s made significant contributions to understanding HIV/AIDS interventions and public health spending in Sub-Saharan Africa. Currently an Associate Professor at UKZN, he’s served in various academic leadership roles, emphasizing research, teaching, and program management. His work includes exploring socio-economic disparities in chronic illness and transaction costs for delivering health services. With a wealth of experience spanning academia and international organizations like the World Food Programme, his expertise drives impactful policy and academic discourse. 🌍

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Education 📚

Josue Mbonigaba holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, focusing on the cost-effectiveness of HIV/AIDS interventions in South Africa. He also earned a Master of Commerce in Economics from the University of Natal, investigating the demand for healthcare among low-income households. His academic journey began with a BCom (Honours) in Economics from the University of Rwanda, where he explored tax and public debt dynamics. His educational background underscores his commitment to understanding and addressing socio-economic challenges, particularly in healthcare and public finance.

Work Experience 💼

Prof. Mbonigaba has contributed significantly to education and research. From his roles as a lecturer and senior administrator to his current position as an Associate Professor and Academic Leader at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, he’s demonstrated leadership in teaching, research, and program management. His tenure includes facilitating research workshops, engaging with professional bodies, and fostering international collaborations, all aimed at advancing knowledge and addressing pressing societal issues.

Research Focus

🔍 Prof. Josue Mbonigaba’s research primarily focuses on socio-economic inequalities in healthcare access, particularly in South Africa and other African countries. His work encompasses a wide range of topics, including the cost-effectiveness of HIV/AIDS interventions, utilization of maternal and child health services, and the impact of economic factors on healthcare decision-making. Through empirical investigations and policy analyses, he strives to identify barriers to healthcare access and propose solutions to improve equity and efficiency in healthcare delivery. Prof. Mbonigaba’s research contributes valuable insights to the fields of health economics, public policy, and development studies, aiming to address pressing societal challenges. 🌍