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Assoc Prof Dr. Mehdi Seraj, Economics, Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

economist at Near East University, Nicosia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Seraj, an esteemed economist at Near East University, Nicosia, holds a Ph.D. in Economics, focusing on the impact of real exchange rate undervaluation on economic growth. With a Master’s in Economic Development and Planning, he brings a wealth of academic expertise. Since 2020, Dr. Seraj has been an Instructor, previously a Researcher at FINECON Analytics LTD. Recognized with prestigious awards, including WILEY Top Cited Article 2021-2022, his contributions to economic research shine. Fluent in English and Farsi, with a beginner’s Turkish proficiency, Dr. Seraj’s commitment to excellence is evident in his diverse roles and accolades.

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📚 Education:

2019- Ph.D. in Economics Eastern Mediterranean University/ Famagusta/ North Cyprus Thesis title: The Effect of Real Exchange Rate Undervaluation on Economic Growth 2010- Master of Economic Development and Planning Islamic Azad University/ Iran Thesis title: Analysis of Effective Economic Factors in Cement Industries Supply Chain by Using of SCOR Model 2007- Bachelor of Industrial Engineering- systems analysis and Planning Mazandaran University of Science and Technology/ Iran Thesis title: Risk Management

Work Experience:

2020-Present: Instructor Employer: Near East University, Department of Economics (Cyprus) 2019-2020: Researcher Employer: FINECON Analytics LTD (Cyprus) 2015-2020: Teaching assistant Employer: Prof. Dr. Glenn P. Jenkins at Eastern Mediterranean University (Cyprus) 2013 -2014: Lecturer Employer: Islamic Azad University (Iran) 2013-2015: Market Analyst Employer: Informatics Services Corporation, Selling and Marketing Department (Iran) 2008-2010: Technical Office Counselor, PM, Control project Employer: Firouzkuh Faraz Cement Company (Iran) 2007-2008: Internal Manager Employer: Alborzsazane home (Iran)

AWARDS

2023- WILEY, Top Cited Article 2021-2022, “The impact of financial development on energy consumption in Nigeria”, Journal of OPEC Energy Review 2023- WILEY, Top Cited Article 2021-2022, “Environmental, social, and governance factors in emerging markets: The impact on firm performance”, Journal of Business Strategy and Development 2022- WILEY, Top Downloaded Article in 2021, “Environmental, social, and governance factors in emerging markets: The impact on firm performance”, Journal of Business Strategy and Development 2022- WILEY, Top Downloaded Article in 2021, “The impact of financial development on energy consumption in Nigeria”, Journal of OPEC Energy Review 2022- Near Eat University, Publication Award

Research Focus

Dr. Mehdi Seraj’s research primarily focuses on the intersection of economics and sustainability. His work spans diverse areas, including the role of tourism and human capital in economic growth, the impact of environmental, social, and governance factors on firm performance, and the pursuit of carbon neutrality in energy transition economies. With expertise in renewable energy, Dr. Seraj explores the nexus between economic indicators, energy consumption, and carbon emissions. His contributions extend to understanding income inequality dynamics in sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Seraj’s research underscores a commitment to addressing crucial issues at the confluence of economic development, sustainability, and global energy transitions.

Publications (TOP NOTES):

Environmental, social, and governance factors in emerging markets: The impact on firm performance, Cited by 70, Publication date: 2021/4/13.
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Mehdi Seraj | Economics | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

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