Mr. Andrzej Piotrowicz | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Head of the Hydrometallurgy Department at Eco Harpoon Recycling, Poland

Mr. Andrzej Piotrowicz is a highly accomplished metallurgist with advanced academic training from AGH University of Science and Technology, specializing in metallurgy, recycling, and chemical technology. He currently serves as Head of the Hydrometallurgy Department at Eco Harpoon, leading research, process scaling, and team management in advanced recycling technologies, particularly for lithium-ion batteries and electronic waste. He has extensive industry experience across leading organizations, contributing to both hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical innovations while managing R&D teams and collaborating with international partners. Alongside his industrial work, he is actively involved in academic tutoring, scientific publications, patent preparation, and conference representation, demonstrating strong engagement in both education and research. His expertise is further strengthened by numerous specialized trainings in circular economy, resource recovery, and industrial innovation across Europe. He has contributed to multiple research projects focused on zinc recovery, battery recycling, and sustainable metallurgical processes, reflecting a strong commitment to environmental and technological advancement.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Djamchid ASSADI | Digital Tech Management |Best Researcher Award

Burgundy School of Business, France.

Prof. Djamchid Assadi is a distinguished academic and researcher affiliated with CEREN, EA 7477, at the Burgundy School of Business - Université Bourgogne Franche-Comté. He holds an Accreditation to Supervise Research (HDR), demonstrating his expertise in guiding advanced research. His work focuses on the intersection of business models, artificial intelligence, and financial inclusion, contributing significantly to academic and industry advancements.

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Education 🎓

Prof. Assadi earned his Accreditation to Supervise Research (HDR) and has been deeply involved in research across multiple disciplines, enhancing his academic and professional footprint.

Experience 🌟

Prof. Assadi serves as the Director & Researcher at CEREN, EA 7477, Burgundy School of Business, where he leads impactful research initiatives. He is also a Guest Editor for various international academic journals, contributing his expertise to the advancement of scholarly publications. Additionally, he is an Academic Advisory Board Member at IMS Ghaziabad & GL Bajaj Institute of Management and Research, guiding academic and research activities in these institutions. As a PhD Co-Supervisor, he has mentored numerous doctoral candidates across various universities, playing a crucial role in shaping research in business and financial studies.

Research Interests 🔬

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Strategic Development, Business Models, Consumer Behavior, and Financial Inclusion

Organizational Ecosystems: Governance of Interactions and Transactions

Collaborative, Sharing, and Platform Economy

Influence of Non-Price Factors on Purchasing Decisions and Strategic Behavior

Economic and Geostrategic Analysis of Rent-Seeking Behavior

Awards & Honors 🏆

Prof. Assadi has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to business research and financial inclusion, with multiple accolades in the field of strategic and digital entrepreneurship.

Publications 📚

📄 Fighting Fire with Fire: Combating Criminal Abuse of Cryptocurrency with a P2P Mindset

Journal: Information Systems Frontiers

Published Year: 2024

DOI: 10.1007/s10796-024-10498-7

Contributors: Galit Klein, Djamchid Assadi, Moty Zwilling

📚 Digital Sustainable Entrepreneurship Business Model and Its Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals

Contributors: Surabhi Singh, Urvashi Makkar, Djamchid Assadi

Andrzej Piotrowicz | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Andrzej Piotrowicz | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Head of the Hydrometallurgy Department at Eco Harpoon Recycling, Poland

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