Rui Wu | Economics | Innovative Research Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rui Wu | Economics | Innovative Research Award

Director at Hubei University of Science and Technology | China

Rui Wu is a prominent economist and academic leader with extensive experience in teaching and research. He has contributed significantly to the development of rural economy, local finance, and public services, combining rigorous academic work with practical policy applications. He has led multiple research projects, published widely, and mentored young researchers, establishing himself as an influential figure in his field.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 

Rui Wu earned his PhD in Economics from Wuhan University, a Master’s degree in Economics from Xinjiang University of Finance and Economics, and a degree in Mathematics from Jingzhou Normal College. His educational background reflects a strong foundation in quantitative and economic analysis, which underpins his research in rural economy and public finance.

Professional Experience 

He has taught at the high school level for nearly ten years and has worked in higher education for over twenty years. He currently serves as a director in the Department of Economics at Hubei University of Science and Technology. Rui Wu has led more than fifteen research projects, including provincial and national initiatives, and actively engages in collaborative consultancy projects focused on rural public service systems, fiscal decentralization, and local economic reform.

Research Interests 

Rui Wu’s research primarily focuses on rural economic development, local finance, public service optimization, fiscal decentralization, and the interaction between education and rural poverty alleviation. He integrates empirical analysis with policy-oriented research to address societal challenges and improve local governance.

Awards and Honors 

Rui Wu has been recognized for his academic achievements and leadership within the economics community. He serves as a director of the Hubei Education Economics Society and has gained wide acknowledgment for his research contributions from peers and local government authorities.

Research Skills 

His skills include economic research, project management, quantitative and statistical analysis, policy evaluation, public finance modeling, and academic mentoring. He is experienced in leading research teams, guiding student research, and translating research findings into practical policy recommendations.

Publications 

  • How can rural industrial revitalization and rural education level reduce the urban–rural income gap?

  • Year: 2025

  • Research on the Impact of Moderate Decentralization of Financial Power by Superior Governments on Local Economic Efficiency and Public Service

  • Year: 2024

  • Research on the Supply Efficiency of Health Services in China Based on DEA-ESDA Model and Malmquist Index

  • Year: 2024

  • Research on Financial Security for Rural Public Health Service Talents

  • Year: 2024

  • At present, the construction of a reasonable model for China’s public finance system

  • Year: 2015

Conclusion 

Rui Wu has demonstrated a sustained commitment to advancing both academic knowledge and practical solutions in rural economy and public finance. His leadership in research, mentorship of young scholars, and contributions to local government policy reflect a strong alignment with innovative and impactful research. His work has significantly influenced the development of the Economics program at his institution and the broader field of economic policy at the local and regional levels.

Oana Panazan | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Oana Panazan | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Transylvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dr. Oana Nicoleta Panazan is an academic and researcher at Transylvania University of Brasov, specializing in management, financial markets, and geopolitical risk analysis. With a Ph.D. in Engineering and Management, her research explores the intersection of technology, market behavior, and crisis management, with a focus on financial volatility during global challenges. She has authored numerous books, articles, and conference papers, contributing valuable insights into topics like corporate relocation, economic recovery, and defense industry risks. Her work is at the cutting edge of financial economics, geopolitics, and technological innovation. 📈🌍💡

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Engineering and Management (2023)
    Transylvania University of Brasov
    Doctoral thesis: “Growth Strategies through Companies Relocation”
  • Master’s in Engineering and Management
  • Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Oana Nicoleta Panazan is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Technological Engineering and Industrial Management at Transylvania University of Brasov, Romania. Her academic career has focused on management, industrial engineering, and the analysis of financial markets, particularly in the context of geopolitical risk, technological innovation, and crisis management. Dr. Panazan has contributed significantly to research on corporate relocation, stock market volatility, and the impact of global risks on financial performance. She has been involved in multiple international conferences and published extensively in journals and proceedings.

Her research expertise spans various areas, including geopolitical risk, financial economics, clean energy markets, and the relationship between technology and financial markets. Additionally, she has explored the dynamics of market behavior during crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and its influence on defense industry stocks.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Geopolitical Risk and its effects on financial markets and stock volatility
  • Corporate Relocation strategies and their impact on business performance
  • Clean energy markets and sustainable business models
  • Technological Innovation and its relationship with market performance
  • Crisis Management and economic recovery
  • Financial modeling (AHP, ANP-TOPSIS, EGARCH, Neural Networks)

Publications 📚

  • Article Title: Investigating the effect of geopolitical risk on defense companies’ stock returns
    Journal: Heliyon
    Publication Date: December 2024
    DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e40974
    Contributors: Catalin Gheorghe; Oana Panazan


  • Article Title: Influence of geopolitical risk on stock volatility in the Middle East and North Africa states
    Conference Paper: Business and Management 2024
    Publication Date: September 12, 2024
    DOI: 10.3846/bm.2024.1274
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Catalin Gheorghe


  • Article Title: Relationship between the dynamics of refugees from Ukraine and the volatility of tourism stocks: a time-frequency analysis
    Conference Paper: Business and Management 2024
    Publication Date: September 12, 2024
    DOI: 10.3846/bm.2024.1157
    Contributors: Catalin Gheorghe; Oana Panazan


  • Article Title: Effect of health system performance on volatility during the COVID-19 pandemic: A neural network approach
    Journal: Journal of Business Economics and Management
    Publication Date: February 28, 2024
    DOI: 10.3846/jbem.2024.21059
    Contributors: Catalin Gheorghe; Oana Panazan


  • Article Title: Impact of geopolitical risk on G7 financial markets: A comparative wavelet analysis between 2014 and 2022
    Journal: Mathematics
    Publication Date: January 24, 2024
    DOI: 10.3390/math12030370
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Catalin Gheorghe


  • Article Title: Government response stringency index: An alternative for the volatility determining during pandemics
    Conference Paper: Business and Management 2023
    Publication Date: May 11, 2023
    DOI: 10.3846/bm.2023.972
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Catalin Gheorghe


  • Article Title: Relocation trends determined by increasing risks in Eastern Europe: An ANP-TOPSIS approach
    Journal: Human Systems Management
    Publication Date: May 8, 2023
    DOI: 10.3233/HSM-220062
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Catalin Gheorghe; Gavrila Calefariu


  • Article Title: Study on the areas affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in Romania
    Conference Paper: 12th International Scientific Conference “Business and Management 2022”
    Publication Date: May 6, 2022
    DOI: 10.3846/bm.2022.700
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Catalin Gheorghe


  • Article Title: The influence of specific indicators on the volatility of shares on the Bucharest Stock Exchange during the COVID-19 pandemic
    Conference Paper: 12th International Scientific Conference “Business and Management 2022”
    Publication Date: May 6, 2022
    DOI: 10.3846/bm.2022.697
    Contributors: Catalin Gheorghe; Oana Panazan


  • Article Title: Model for industrial business relocation in Eastern Europe
    Conference Paper: MATEC Web of Conferences
    Publication Year: 2021
    DOI: 10.1051/matecconf/202134307011
    Contributors: Catalin Gheorghe; Oana Panazan


  • Article Title: Model of indirect expenses distribution for determining economies of scale
    Conference Paper: MATEC Web of Conferences
    Publication Year: 2021
    DOI: 10.1051/matecconf/202134307009
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Catalin Gheorghe; Gavrila Calefariu


  • Article Title: The methodology of economic recovery of commercial companies in crisis conditions
    Conference Paper: IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering
    Publication Year: 2021
    DOI: 10.1088/1757-899x/1009/1/012044
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Catalin Gheorghe; Gavrila Calefariu


  • Article Title: Aspects of risk in the defense industry from Romania
    Journal: RECENT – REzultatele CErcetărilor Noastre Tehnice
    Publication Date: August 27, 2020
    DOI: 10.31926/recent.2020.60.004
    Contributors: Oana Panazan; Cătălin Gheorghe