Md Kazi Hafizur Rahman | Technology | Excellence in Research

Mr. Md Kazi Hafizur Rahman | Technology | Excellence in Research

Lecturer at Department of Business Administration University of Global Village (UGV),  Bangladesh

Md. Kazi Hafizur Rahman exemplifies a research-driven academic with remarkable productivity in a short span, especially notable for his age and early career stage. His interdisciplinary contributions to AI, sustainability, HRM, and youth development set him apart as a rising research leader. His ability to translate complex research into social impact, along with leadership in academic and non-academic roles, makes him highly

AUTHOR PROFILE

🎓 Education

Md. Kazi Hafizur Rahman holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Management from the Department of Management Studies at the University of Barishal, graduating in 2024 with a stellar CGPA of 3.96 out of 4.00. His thesis explored the integration of Artificial Intelligence in HRM, focusing on its impact on efficiency, inclusivity, and sustainable competitive advantage. He completed his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in the same department with a CGPA of 3.72 in 2023. Earlier academic milestones include a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) from Govt. Sayed Hatem Ali College, Barishal in 2017 (GPA: 4.67) and a Secondary School Certificate (SSC) from Collegiate High School, Barishal in 2015 (GPA: 4.72).

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Global Village (UGV), Barishal since October 2024, Kazi Hafizur Rahman combines academic rigor with impactful community engagement. As an Independent Researcher, he has authored numerous scholarly articles published in top-tier journals indexed in WoS, Scopus, and ABDC, while also serving as a reviewer for IEEE Access and similar outlets. He has contributed to multiple UGC-funded research projects as a Research Assistant, focusing on tourism development and climate change impact on coastal economies. From 2018 to 2024, he was affiliated with the Daily Dokhiner Somoy, progressing from Campus Correspondent to News Editor, while also managing editorial content for the education-focused page “Somoyer Sikkha.” In addition, he has facilitated leadership and civic training programs with the British Council, The Hunger Project, and others, and led social action projects with international recognition, including an award-winning initiative at COP-26.

🛰️ Research Focus

His research interests center on Artificial Intelligence integration in management, green innovation, corporate sustainability, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. He has co-authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles published in highly ranked journals such as Business Strategy and the Environment, Environment, Development and Sustainability, and Sustainability, with topics covering STARA capabilities, GHRM, circular economy, and the impact of AI and digital tools on performance and learning outcomes. His work is often cross-disciplinary, blending insights from human resources, environmental studies, and technology management.

🛠️ Skills

Kazi Hafizur Rahman demonstrates exceptional technological proficiency in tools such as SPSS, AMOS, SMART PLS, and MS Office Suite, with advanced capabilities in both Bengali and English typing. His interpersonal competencies include a proactive mindset, strong work ethic, and relationship-building skills, complemented by excellent communication abilities in public speaking, anchoring, news presenting, and content writing. Furthermore, he excels in delivering virtual training and adapting to emerging technologies quickly and effectively.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Kazi Hafizur Rahman was a Co-Principal Investigator for a research project titled Leveraging AI to Attain Sustainable Performance through Knowledge Management and Innovation”, which was granted BDT 5,00,000 by Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST) under the AIRG program in 2025. He co-led the COP-26-recognized social action project on sustainable urban environmental management. His leadership roles include serving as President of the Management Studies Association (2021-2022), General Secretary of Barishal University Press Club (2022-2024), and multiple key positions in student and social organizations such as CRC Foundation, SERAC Bangladesh, and Bangladesh Human Rights Commission, Barishal Unit.

📚Publication 

Title: Mediating role of entrepreneurial intention on the relationship between entrepreneurship education and employability: a study on university students from a developing country
Authors: MAI Gazi, MKH Rahman, MF Yusof, AA Masud, MA Islam, ARS Senathirajah, MA Hossain
Source: Cogent Business & Management, 11(1), 2294514
Year: 2024
Citations: 37

Title: AI capability and sustainable performance: unveiling the mediating effects of organizational creativity and green innovation with knowledge sharing culture as a moderator
Authors: MAI Gazi, MKH Rahman, AA Masud, MB Amin, NS Chaity, ARS Senathirajah, M Abdullah
Source: Sustainability, 16(17), 7466
Year: 2024
Citations: 17

Title: Fostering sustainability through technological brilliance: a study on the nexus of organizational STARA capability, GHRM, GSCM, and sustainable performance
Authors: AA Masud, MT Islam, MKH Rahman, MH Or Rosid, MJ Rahman, T Akter, K Szabó
Source: Discover Sustainability, 5(1), 325
Year: 2024
Citations: 10

Title: Adaptability and resilience: Insights into Bangladeshi E-commerce customer behavior during COVID-19
Authors: MAI Gazi, AA Masud, MKH Rahman, MR Islam, A Senathirajah
Source: Environment and Social Psychology, 9(7), 2626
Year: 2024
Citations: 7

Title: Impact of green banking practices on green CSR and sustainability in private commercial banks: the mediating role of green financing activities
Authors: MAI Gazi, A Al Masud, S bin Kabir, NS Chaity, AR bin S Senathirajah, MKH Rahman
Source: Journal of Sustainability Research, 6(4)
Year: 2024
Citations: 5

Title: AI capability and sustainable performance: unveiling the mediating effects of organizational creativity and green innovation with knowledge sharing culture as a moderator
Authors: MAI Gazi, MKH Rahman, AA Masud, MB Amin, NS Chaity, A Senathirajah, M Abdullah
Source: Sustainability, 16(17), 7466
Year: 2024
Citations: 5

Title: Paving the way of entrepreneurship for university students: the role of innovativeness, technological adaptability, and self-management, with risk-taking and family support as moderators
Authors: MAI Gazi, AT Mim, AA Masud, MKH Rahman, MB Amin, ARS Senathirajah
Source: Cogent Education, 12(1), 2455230
Year: 2025
Citations: 4

Title: Sustainable embankment contribute to a sustainable economy: The impact of climate change on the economic disaster in coastal area
Authors: MAI Gazi, A Al Masud, MKH Rahman, MB Amin, M Emon
Source: Environmental Development, 55, 101208
Year: 2025

🏁conclusion

Md. Kazi Hafizur Rahman is an ideal candidate for the Research for Excellence in Research Award. His scholarly rigor, publication quality, project leadership, and community engagement are all aligned with the core criteria of the award. With continuous growth in collaboration, applied research, and citation impact, he is poised to become a future academic thought leader in sustainability and technological innovation.

Sergio Gonzalez Sanchez | Metallurgy/Structural | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Sergio Gonzalez Sanchez | Metallurgy/Structural | Best Scholar Award

Senior Professor at University Carlos III of Madrid, Spain

Dr. Sergio González Sánchez is a distinguished researcher and professor specializing in materials science and engineering. With extensive experience in academia and industry, his expertise encompasses metallic alloys, biomaterials, and additive manufacturing. Over the years, he has contributed to the advancement of materials for biomedical, structural, and industrial applications through pioneering research and international collaborations.

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Education

Dr. González earned his Ph.D. in Materials Physics from Complutense University of Madrid in 2008, conducting research at the National Center for Metallurgical Research. He holds degrees in Materials Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid and Mechanical Engineering from the Pontifical Comillas University of Madrid. His academic journey includes research fellowships and postdoctoral positions in prestigious institutions across Spain, the UK, Japan, and Germany.

Experience

With over two decades in research and academia, Dr. González has held positions as a Senior Lecturer at Northumbria University, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Manchester, and a Juan de la Cierva Fellow at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. His international engagements include research visits to Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon (Germany), Diamond Light Source (UK), and the University of Science and Technology Beijing (China). In 2024, he was appointed as a Distinguished Researcher and Senior Professor at Carlos III University of Madrid.

Research Interests

Dr. González’s research focuses on the development and characterization of advanced metallic alloys, high-entropy materials, and nanostructured coatings. He has contributed significantly to the fields of additive manufacturing, mechanical behavior of biomaterials, and corrosion-resistant metal composites. His work aims to enhance the performance of materials in extreme environments, with applications in aerospace, biomedical implants, and sustainable engineering.

Awards

Dr. González has received several accolades, including the Beatriz Galindo Distinguished Senior Fellowship (2024-2028) from the Spanish Ministry of Science, the Best Researcher Award (2024) at the International Young Scientist Awards, and finalist recognition at the British Engineering Excellence Awards (2017). He is also a Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals, and Mining (IOM3) and a Chartered Engineer.

Selected Publications

S. González et al. (2025). “Cooling rate control and refractory element addition to enhance mechanical properties of CoCrFeMnNi alloy.” Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 36, 459-469.

S. González et al. (2024). “Glass formation and mechanical behavior of ZrHfTiCuNiCoAl multicomponent systems.” Materials Science and Engineering A (submitted).

L.J. García-Hernández et al. (2024). “Strengthening mechanisms in Al-Cu and Al-Cu-Mg systems subjected to plastic deformation.” Canadian Metallurgical Quarterly, 1-10.

A. Martinez-Garcia et al. (2024). “Effect of Co content on electrochemical hydrogen kinetics properties of BCC-type MgAlTiCoxNi high-entropy alloys.” Electrochimica Acta, 497, 144601.

S. Mehvari et al. (2023). “Effect of processing methods on the electrical conductivity of silver-polyurethane composite films.” Journal of Composite Materials, 57, 4409-4422.

S. González et al. (2023). “Strain rate sensitivity of CoCrFeMnNiTix high-entropy alloys using shear punch test.” Materials and Design, 233, 112294.

V.M. Villapún et al. (2020). “Development of antibacterial steel surfaces through laser texturing.” APL Materials, 8, 091108.

Conclusion

Dr. Sergio González Sánchez embodies the qualities of an outstanding scholar—exceptional research output, global recognition, academic leadership, and impactful contributions to material science and engineering. His credentials make him an ideal recipient for a Research for Best Scholar Award.