Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene | Economic Growth | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene | Economic Growth | Best Researcher Award

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania.

Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene is a distinguished Lithuanian economist and professor specializing in labour economics, social economics, and regional economics. With over 25 years of academic and research experience, she has contributed significantly to employment policy, social exclusion, and sustainable economic development. She is a professor at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University and has been actively involved in national and international research projects, expert evaluations, and policy-making in the labour market.

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🎓 Education

Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene holds a Ph.D. in Economics (Doctor of Social Sciences) from Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (1999-2005). She also earned a Master’s Degree in Environmental Studies from Vilnius University, Lithuania (1995-1997).

đź’Ľ Experience

Prof. Dr. Laima Okuneviciute Neverauskiene is a distinguished professor and researcher at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Faculty of Business Management (2007–Present). She also serves as Chief Researcher & Deputy Director at the Institute of Labour Market Research, Lithuanian Social Research Centre (1997–Present). Previously, she worked as a Labour Market Expert at the Lithuanian Labour Exchange, Ministry of Social Security and Labour (1997–2006) and as a Scientific Researcher & Expert at Vilnius University (2008–2016).

Her work includes labour market policy analysis, econometric modeling, regional development studies, and active labour market policies. She has played a key role in the development of employment laws, policy reforms, and international labour research collaborations.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Okuneviciute Neverauskiene’s research focuses on:

Labour Economics & Employment Policy

Social & Regional Economics

Hidden Employment & Industrial Relations

Sustainable Development & Business Ecosystems

Microsimulation Models & Econometric Evaluations

She has worked on various national and international projects, contributing to labour market forecasting, social security policies, and economic sustainability strategies.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Best Researcher Award in Labour Economics

European Globalisation Adjustment Fund Expert Recognition

National Excellence Award in Social Policy Research

Distinguished Scholar Honor in Economic Development

📚 Publications

Assessing the Role of Renewable Energy in the Sustainable Economic Growth of the European Union

Authors: Laima Okunevičiūtė Neverauskienė, Virgilijus Dirma, Manuela Tvaronavičienė, Irena Danileviciene

Journal: Energies, 2025

The Impact of Renewable Energy Development on Economic Growth

Authors: Virgilijus Dirma, Laima Okunevičiūtė Neverauskienė, Manuela Tvaronavičienė, Irena Danileviciene, Rima Tamošiūnienė

Journal: Energies, 2024

 

 

Dr. Dawid Maciejewski | Hydroenergy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dawid Maciejewski | Hydroenergy | Best Researcher Award

University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland.

Dr. Dawid Maciejewski is an academic teacher and research assistant at the University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland. With a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and extensive expertise in renewable energy systems, his research focuses on the innovative modeling of production processes, particularly in Small Hydropower Plants (SHP). Passionate about sustainability, Dr. Maciejewski employs cutting-edge artificial intelligence to advance energy efficiency and environmental protection.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Dawid Maciejewski earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2018–2024) from the University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland. His doctoral research focused on Modeling of the Production Process in the Small Hydropower Plant (SHP), offering innovative insights into optimizing renewable energy systems and advancing energy efficiency. This work underscores his dedication to sustainable energy solutions and practical applications of mechanical engineering in environmental conservation.

In addition to his PhD, Dr. Maciejewski holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (2018–2019) from AGH University of Krakow, where he specialized in workplace safety and risk management. He also completed a Master’s Degree in Environmental Quality and Safety (2017–2018) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Protection (2013–2017) at the University of Agriculture in Krakow, equipping him with a strong foundation in environmental monitoring, safety standards, and sustainable development practices.

Experience đź’Ľ

Since October 2024, Dr. Dawid Maciejewski has been serving as an academic teacher and research assistant in the Department of Bioprocesses Engineering, Power Engineering, and Automation at the University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland. In this role, he combines teaching with cutting-edge research, focusing on renewable energy technologies, including Small Hydropower Plants (SHP), and the integration of artificial intelligence in energy forecasting. His dedication to sustainability and innovation drives his contributions to both academia and the advancement of practical solutions for energy efficiency and environmental conservation.

Research Interests 🔬

Renewable Energy Sources (RES) with a focus on run-of-river Small Hydropower Plants (SHP)

Utilizing sawmill industry waste for solid biofuel production

Environmental impact assessments of RES units, particularly on fauna and flora

Hydrogen energy production through water electrolysis

Applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) for regression analyses

Occupational risk assessment and disease prevention

Publications 📚

Maciejewski D., Mudryk K., Sporysz M. (2024). Forecasting Electricity Production in a Small Hydropower Plant (SHP) Using Artificial Intelligence (AI). Energies., Cited by: 15 articles. Link

Nęcka K., Knaga J., Maciejewski D. (2020). Characteristics of the Electrical Energy Quality in a Municipal Service Facility Cooperating with Photovoltaic Micro Installation. Przegląd Elektrotechniczny. Cited by: 8 articles. Link