Currently he working as an Associate Professor and Head, Department of Industrial and Production Engineering in American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB). he has earned both Bachelor and Masters degrees from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh. he has achieved “Gold Medal Award” for outstanding performance in B. Sc. provided by the University of Rajshahi and NST fellowship for conducting research in Masters provided by the Ministry of Science and Technology. he has earned PhD degree from Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) with MEXT scholarship funded by Japan Government. “University President Award” has been presented for achieving outstanding performance in research activities during PhD.  his research fields are Photonics, Nanotechnology and Nanofabrication, Electrochemistry, Thin Film, Composite Materials, Alloy Formation and Microstructure study.

Dr Illisriyani Ismail is a Lecturer at the Centre for Policy Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, specialising in fisheries economics, socioeconomics, system dynamics modelling, and behavioural insights. She holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Portsmouth, and earlier degrees in Natural Resource Development Policy and Biology from Universiti Putra Malaysia.

Her work focuses on advancing evidence-based policies for Malaysia’s agrofood and fisheries sectors, with particular emphasis on resilience, sustainable resource management, and climate-related challenges. She collaborates widely with government agencies, local communities, and international organisations including the World Bank Group, WWF, and WorldFish.

Dr Illisriyani also contributes to national policy committees, university teaching and supervision, and advisory work with various public-sector organisations. A strong advocate for the use of behavioural insights in policymaking and public engagement, she actively supports efforts to strengthen research quality and sustainable development practices in Malaysia.

Experienced for more than 25 years in Teaching (Undergraduate and Graduate level), Research, Book Publication, Administrative and Project/Consultancy work in the field of Management & HRM; Has experience in the arena of Pedagogy and a Practitioner, Trainer, Reviewer, Resource person of Quality Assurance (QA), OBE, Teaching-Learning in Higher Education. Academic at AIUB since 1999, is widely recognized as a pioneer of Quality Assurance (QA) in BD, worked in HEQEP World Bank project and co-led the first Self-Assessment process followed by external peer review in BD in 2025. As Director of IQAC, she led AIUB to achieve first accreditation from the Bangladesh Accreditation Council (BAC) and enhanced preparedness for future evaluations. She has been the driving force behind AIUB’s presence in international rankings such as QS, QS Stars, THE, WURI, and the Green Gown Awards. With her initiative, AIUB became the first university in BD to host global institutes, bringing landmark events such as the APQN Academic Conference and the Magna Charta Observatory Symposium—establishing AIUB and BD’s higher education in the global arena. For over a decade, she has championed QA with dedication, contributing to numerous international projects and earning recognition on both national and international platforms. Her exemplary leadership was honored through her appointment as Vice Chancellor of Prime Asia University by the Honorable President of BD in 2025.

Dr. Danang Sri Hadmoko was born in Sleman, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia, on the 29th of May 1980. He is a lecturer at the Faculty of Geography, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). He achieved his Bachelor’s Degree in Geography at Universitas Gadjah Mada in 2002 and continued his postgraduate studies in Master of Science in Geography, Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne University France (2005-2006), Paris; and then his Ph.D in Institute of Geography, Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne University France, Paris (2006-2009).

He currently serves as Vice Rector for Research, Business Development, and Partnerships at Universitas Gadjah Mada. Prior to this, he has held several key leadership positions at the university, including Dean of the Faculty of Geography UGM (2021-April 2025) and Director of Partnership, Alumni, and International Affairs of UGM (2017-2021). Furthermore, he has been a highly active member of the Center for Natural Resource and Development (CNRD), a worldwide university network promoting academic exchange and cooperation in the area of natural resources management, in particular related to water, land, ecosystem and renewable energy resources, on which some of his research interests center.

 As of 2025, he has produced over 130 publications (books, textbooks, journal articles, chapters, conference papers), several of which have been published in reputable journals at national and international levels.

Prof. Fatiha Hakimi, PhD (Eng.) is an agronomist and Associate Professor at the Hassan II Institute of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine, Rabat, Morocco, specializing in sustainable and resilient agricultural systems. Her work focuses on integrating agroecological principles with efficient resource management to support environmentally responsible and economically viable farming practices.

She holds a PhD from Ibn Zohr University (Morocco), a Master’s degree from the University of Catania (Italy), and an Agronomy Engineer diploma from the Hassan II Institute of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine. Her research addresses the sustainability of agricultural production systems, with particular emphasis on crop diversification, soil conservation, water efficiency, and optimized input management.

Prof. Hakimi’s research interests include farm sustainability assessment, agroecological practices, and the resilience of urban and peri-urban agriculture. She is actively involved in international scientific activities as a speaker, researcher, and committee member, and has supervised numerous academic theses. She has published widely in peer-reviewed journals and serves as a reviewer and editorial board member for several scientific publications.

Through her teaching, research, and collaborations, Prof. Hakimi is committed to advancing sustainable agrofood systems, supporting climate-resilient agriculture, and improving livelihoods—particularly within small-scale and resource-constrained farming communities.

Dr. L. Ramesh, is a President of The Institution of Green Engineers (IGEN), a UNDESA-indexed civil society organization actively advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through structured programmes, academic integration, and citizen engagement. He also serve as the Focal Point of the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and as Joint Registrar and Professor at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, where I lead institution-wide SDG transformation across teaching, research, innovation, and community outreach. In addition, I serve as the Director of the Dr. MGR SDG Centre for International Coordination, strengthening global academic partnerships and SDG-aligned collaboration.

Guided by the philosophy “My Earth. My Responsibility.”, he pioneered several high-impact SDG initiatives including IGEN ENERGY99CHALLENGE, IGEN TALK4SDG, IGEN CYCLE4GREEN, IGEN YGIN ARME, IGEN MINUSCO₂, and IGEN ZERO2HERO. These initiatives empower students, professionals, institutions, and citizens to convert sustainability intent into sustained action, with particular emphasis on SDG 7 (Clean Energy), SDG 9 (Industry & Innovation), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

He is also the visionary behind the global SDG knowledge and action platforms IGEN ENERGATHON and IGEN ENVIRONTHON, which have achieved international recognition for large-scale participation, youth engagement, and impact-driven outreach.

From a research and innovation perspective, I have authored 90 Scopus-indexed publications and hold 8 patents, with more than 50 research works directly aligned to SDG targets. My ResearchGate Interest Score of 352 reflects the global reach and relevance of my work in energy conservation, climate action, sustainable engineering, and SDG implementation. My contributions have been recognized through several international honours, including the Pioneer in SDGs Changemakers Award, Global Changemaker Fellowship, Energy Swaraj AMG Challenge Award, SEEM National Energy Management Award, and the Sir Henry

Dr. Fong Chng Saun is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for Advanced Studies, Universiti Malaya, where his work sits at the intersection of urban climate resilience, planetary health, and sustainable development. His research focuses on understanding and managing urban heat stress and air pollution in tropical cities, using approaches that combine environmental monitoring, urban microclimate modelling, and data-driven analytics to inform policy and practice.

Beyond research, Dr Fong is actively involved in translating sustainability science into real-world action through university-led living labs and cross-sector collaborations. He works closely with local authorities, industry partners, and civil society to support SDG implementation, climate adaptation planning, and capacity building at the city and community levels. His broader interests include climate–health linkages, early warning systems, and the role of universities as platforms for collaborative action towards a sustainable and resilient future.