Dr Aldona Migała-Warchoł | Sustainable Energy | Best Paper Award

Depertment of Enterprise Management, Rzeszow University of Technology, Poland

Aldona Migała-Warchoł is an Assistant Professor at the Rzeszów University of Technology in Poland. With extensive expertise in quantitative methods, she specializes in Descriptive and Mathematical Statistics, Econometrics, Forecasting, and Statistical Analysis. She has actively participated in international conferences across Europe, presenting research on socio-economic development and human development indices. As a lecturer under the Erasmus+ Programme, she has conducted seminars at universities in Turkey, Portugal, Lithuania, and Cyprus. Her research focuses on modeling socio-economic development, living standards, and economic indicators within the European Union. She has contributed significantly to academia through numerous peer-reviewed publications and collaborations. Additionally, she has served as an Economic Expert for the Regional Center for International Debate, supporting budget planning initiatives. With a Ph.D. in Economics from the Cracow University of Economics, her dissertation analyzed spatial differentiation in quality of life. Her work continues to impact economic modeling and policy-making.

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STRENGTHS FOR THE AWARD

1. Extensive Academic and Research Experience – With over a decade as an Assistant Professor, Aldona Migała-Warchoł has significantly contributed to quantitative methods, econometrics, and statistical analysis.
2. Significant Contributions to Socio-Economic Development Research – Her work focuses on modeling socio-economic development in the European Union, using advanced statistical and econometric methods.
3. International Recognition and Engagement – She has presented research at prestigious international conferences in Turkey, Lithuania, France, and Cyprus, demonstrating global influence.
4. Strong Publication Record – With multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and contributions to international conferences, her research is widely cited, especially in socio-economic modeling and quality-of-life assessments.
5. Involvement in European Research Initiatives – Participation in the Erasmus+ Programme as a lecturer and seminar leader highlights her contribution to academic exchange and collaboration.
6. Diverse Research Topics – Her studies cover human development indices, economic security, sustainable development, and statistical modeling, showcasing interdisciplinary expertise.

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

1. Higher Citation Impact – While her research is well-recognized, increasing citations in high-impact journals could further solidify her influence in the field.
2. Expanded Collaboration – More international research collaborations, particularly in cross-country comparative studies, could enhance the global reach of her work.
3. Policy Implementation – Bridging the gap between theoretical models and real-world policy applications could increase the practical impact of her research.

EDUCATION 

Aldona Migała-Warchoł earned her Ph.D. in Economics from the Cracow University of Economics in 2010, with a dissertation titled “Spatial Differentiation of Quality of Life and Standard of Living in Podkarpackie Voivodeship,” supervised by Professor Tadeusz Grabiński. She previously obtained a Master of Science degree from the same institution in Information Technology and Econometrics, specializing in Information Technology in Economics. As part of her master’s program, she participated in the English Track Program for one semester. Her master’s thesis, supervised by Professor Ryszard Tadeusiewicz, focused on “Artificial Neural Networks and Their Use in Economics and Management.” Throughout her academic journey, she has developed expertise in quantitative methods, economic modeling, and statistical analysis. Her education laid the foundation for her extensive research on socio-economic development, human development indices, and statistical applications in economic forecasting, influencing her contributions to academia and international research collaborations.

EXPERIENCE 

Aldona Migała-Warchoł has been an Assistant Professor at Rzeszów University of Technology since 2013, teaching courses such as Descriptive Statistics, Econometrics, and Forecasting. Previously, she was an Assistant Professor at the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów (2010–2012), where she taught statistical analysis and economic modeling. She has actively participated in the Erasmus+ Programme as a visiting lecturer at universities in Turkey, Portugal, Lithuania, and Cyprus. As a conference speaker, she has presented research on socio-economic development in European countries at international events in France, Turkey, and Lithuania. Additionally, she worked as an Economic Expert at the Regional Center for International Debate (2008–2016), focusing on budget planning. She also served as the University Coordinator for ECTS at the University of Information Technology and Management (2003–2012), managing student exchange programs. Her experience bridges academia and applied economic research in international contexts.

AWARDS AND HONORS 

Aldona Migała-Warchoł has received multiple recognitions for her contributions to socio-economic research and quantitative analysis. Her work in modeling economic development has been acknowledged through invitations to present at prestigious international conferences. She has been a keynote speaker at various academic events, including the International Science and Technology Conference (ISTEC) in Paris. Under the Erasmus+ Programme, she has been recognized as a distinguished visiting lecturer at institutions such as Akdeniz University in Turkey and Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias in Portugal. Her research publications in high-impact journals on socio-economic indicators and economic forecasting have garnered citations and recognition within the academic community. Her role as an Economic Expert at the Regional Center for International Debate under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs further highlights her expertise in policy-driven economic planning. Her consistent contributions continue to shape economic research and policy discussions in the European Union.

RESEARCH FOCUS 

Aldona Migała-Warchoł specializes in socio-economic modeling, statistical analysis, and economic forecasting. Her research primarily focuses on the application of quantitative methods to assess economic development, living standards, and the Human Development Index (HDI) in European Union countries. She has conducted extensive studies on the impact of education, innovation, and economic indicators on human development. Her work integrates econometric models, cluster analysis, and artificial intelligence-based techniques such as neural networks to analyze economic trends. She has examined spatial differentiation in living standards, analyzing regional disparities and economic growth patterns. Additionally, her research extends to sustainable development and the circular economy within the European context. Her contributions, including high-impact journal publications and conference presentations, provide valuable insights for policymakers, economists, and researchers. Through interdisciplinary approaches, she continues to explore innovative methodologies in economic modeling, contributing to academic advancements and practical applications in economic planning.

PUBLICATION TOP NOTES

1. Living Standards of EU Countries’ Residents: Impact of Education and Innovation
2. Ranking Poziomu Życia w Powiatach w Latach 2003-2012 z Uwzględnieniem Korelacji Przestrzennych
3. Ocena Zróżnicowania Poziomu Życia Mieszkańców Województwa Podkarpackiego
4. The Application of Customized Human Development Index to the Analysis of Socio-Economic Development of the European Union Member States
5. Testing the Polish Society Security
6. Perspektywy Rozwoju Transportu Lotniczego Typu Cargo
7. Wpływ Kapitału Ludzkiego na Wyniki Finansowe Organizacji
8. Forecasting the Number of Cases and Deaths from COVID-19
9. Wykorzystanie Analizy Skupień do Klasyfikacji Powiatów Województwa Podkarpackiego według Wybranych Wskaźników Rozwoju Społeczno-Gospodarczego
10. Specyfika Systemu Rachunkowości Krajów Reprezentujących Model Anglosaski i Kontynentalny
11. The Circular Economy vs the Sustainable Development Approach to Production and Consumption: The Case of the European Union Countries
12. The Influence of the Economic Situation on the Socio-Economic Development in the European Union Countries by Means of the Modified HDI Index
13. The Research of Socio-Economic Development in the European Union Countries with an Application of the Modified HDI Indicator
14. Modeling of Socio-Economic Development in European Union Countries
15. Wykorzystanie Analizy Korespondencji do Opisu Jakości Życia Mieszkańców Województwa Podkarpackiego
16. Wykorzystanie Metodologii Wskaźnika HDI do Badania Poziomu Życia Mieszkańców Krajów Unii Europejskiej
17. Classification of the European Union Countries with an Application of the Modified Human Development Index
18. Innowacyjność Gospodarki a Poziom Życia Mieszkańców Państw Unii Europejskiej
19. The Analysis of Changes in Mortality in Traffic in the European Union Countries in the Period 1991-2011
20. Ograniczenia Funkcji Komunikacyjnej Opakowań Produktów Spożywczych Użytkowanych Przez Starszych Konsumentów

CONCLUSION

Aldona Migała-Warchoł is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her impactful research in socio-economic development, extensive teaching experience, and global academic engagements. Strengthening citation impact and enhancing practical policy applications could further solidify her candidacy.