Sonia ML Wong | Business, Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Best Researcher Award

Sonia ML Wong
Henan University, China

Sonia ML Wong
Affiliation Henan University
Country China
Scopus ID 7404590456
Documents 28
Citations 1,796
h-index 16
Subject Area Business, Management and Accounting
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards

Sonia ML Wong is a researcher associated with Henan University, China, whose documented research interests include financial markets, accounting, information acquisition and short-selling regulation. Her listed publications address questions concerning how information influences stock-market activity and how regulatory conditions may affect the acquisition of financial information. This academic recognition profile summarizes the supplied bibliometric indicators and publication information in the context of the Best Researcher Award. [1]

Abstract

This profile presents Sonia ML Wong’s reported research metrics and selected publications in financial economics and accounting. The available publication records identify work on information acquisition in stock markets and short-sale constraints. The supplied Scopus indicators comprise 28 documents, 1,796 citations and an h-index of 16. These figures provide a quantitative snapshot of scholarly output and citation activity, although database coverage, author-name variations and update dates can affect bibliometric comparisons. [1] The profile considers research relevance, publication themes and the potential alignment of these contributions with the Best Researcher Award.

Keywords

Sonia ML Wong; financial economics; accounting research; stock markets; information acquisition; short-sale constraints; research impact; bibliometrics; Best Researcher Award.

Introduction

Financial markets depend on the production, interpretation and distribution of information. Research examining investor information acquisition and market regulations can contribute to understanding price formation, trading behaviour and the operation of financial systems. Wong’s supplied publication records address these themes through studies associated with the Journal of Accounting and Economics and the Journal of Financial Markets. [2] [3]

Research Profile

Wong’s documented research focus connects accounting, financial economics and empirical investigations of stock-market behaviour. The supplied records associate her with research on knowledge and information in Chinese and United States stock markets, alongside work examining whether short-sale constraints inhibit information acquisition. These topics are relevant to the relationship between financial regulation, information availability and market efficiency. The available details support a focused account of her research themes; a complete assessment of research methods and findings would require access to the full articles.

Research Contributions

The listed studies address complementary questions about financial knowledge and information acquisition. Research comparing Chinese and US stock markets provides a cross-market framework for examining how knowledge relates to investment environments. Work on Regulation SHO and short-sale constraints addresses a distinct regulatory question: whether restrictions on short selling influence incentives to acquire information. [2] [3] Together, these topics demonstrate a research agenda concerned with the informational foundations of market activity. Specific causal conclusions should be drawn from the full published studies rather than inferred from titles alone.

Publications

  1. Wong, M. L. S., Xue, Y., Zhang, B., & Zhao, X. (2026). “Knowledge is power: A field experiment in the Chinese and US stock markets.” Journal of Accounting and Economics. [2]
  2. Su, L. (Nancy), Wong, M. L. S., Xue, Y., & Zhao, X. (2025). “Do short-sale constraints inhibit information acquisition? Evidence from Regulation SHO.” Journal of Financial Markets. [3]

The supplied records do not include verified DOI identifiers for these articles. DOI links have therefore not been inferred or fabricated.

Research Impact

The reported 28 documents, 1,796 citations and h-index of 16 indicate a measurable body of indexed scholarly work. Citation counts can help describe the reach of research, while the h-index reflects both publication output and citation distribution. These indicators should be interpreted alongside article quality, field-specific citation patterns, authorship contributions and the time available for research to accumulate citations. The figures in this profile are supplied values and should be rechecked against the current Scopus author record before formal publication. [1]

Award Suitability

The Best Researcher Award profile highlights three documented considerations: a defined research focus, publications in established scholarly journals and the supplied citation indicators. These elements provide a basis for further evaluation by the International Forensic Scientist Awards. A complete award assessment should additionally verify the bibliometric record, examine the full publications, establish the nominee’s individual contributions and apply the award’s published eligibility and evaluation criteria. The award recognition should not be interpreted as an independent validation of article findings.

Conclusion

Sonia ML Wong’s supplied profile reflects research activity in financial economics, accounting and information acquisition in stock markets. Her listed publications address market knowledge and the potential influence of short-sale restrictions on information gathering. The reported bibliometric indicators offer an additional quantitative perspective, subject to verification. Together, these details provide a concise academic basis for presenting her research in connection with the Best Researcher Award while maintaining the distinction between documented information and independent evaluation.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Sonia ML Wong, Author ID 7404590456. Scopus. Bibliometric figures shown in this profile were supplied for preparation and should be verified against the live author record.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7404590456
  2. Wong, M. L. S., Xue, Y., Zhang, B., & Zhao, X. (2026). Knowledge is power: A field experiment in the Chinese and US stock markets. Journal of Accounting and Economics.
  3. Su, L. (Nancy), Wong, M. L. S., Xue, Y., & Zhao, X. (2025). Do short-sale constraints inhibit information acquisition? Evidence from Regulation SHO. Journal of Financial Markets.
  4. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Official awards website.
    forensicscientist.org

Eleonora Rizzitello | Business, Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

Research Excellence Award

Eleonora Rizzitello
Research Fellow in Management Engineering
Affiliation University of Palermo
Country Italy
Scopus ID 59758466000
Documents 3
Citations 10
h-index 2
Subject Area Business, Management and Accounting
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID
0009-0002-5017-3279
Eleonora Rizzitello
University of Palermo, Italy

Eleonora Rizzitello is an Italian researcher and academic affiliated with the University of Palermo, specializing in management engineering, environmental sustainability, venture capital investment behavior, circular business models, and sustainable supply chain systems. Her research combines quantitative methodologies, econometric analysis, and behavioral experimentation to investigate sustainability-oriented decision-making processes within business and industrial environments.[1] She has contributed to scholarly discussions on green startup financing, sustainable logistics, employee engagement, and environmentally responsible innovation ecosystems through peer-reviewed journal publications and international conference presentations.[2]

Rizzitello’s academic activities encompass research, teaching, doctoral representation, and interdisciplinary collaboration across European institutions. Her work is associated with sustainability management, digital transformation in supply chains, and the interaction between environmental policy mechanisms and venture capital investment strategies.[3]

Abstract

The academic profile of Eleonora Rizzitello reflects an interdisciplinary contribution to management engineering and sustainability-oriented business research. Her work addresses venture capital investment behavior in green startups, circular business models, behavioral operations, and environmentally sustainable delivery systems. Through empirical methodologies and quantitative analysis, her studies examine how environmental policy pressures, organizational behavior, and strategic management influence sustainable innovation ecosystems.[4] Her scholarly activities also include doctoral research, conference dissemination, teaching engagement, and participation in international academic initiatives related to sustainability and circular economy development.[5]

Keywords

Management Engineering; Environmental Sustainability; Venture Capital; Green Investments; Circular Business Models; Sustainable Supply Chains; Behavioral Operations; Digital Sustainability; Econometrics; Sustainable Delivery Systems; Corporate Social Responsibility; Startup Financing; Quantitative Research Methods; Innovation Management.

Introduction

Eleonora Rizzitello is associated with the Department of Management Engineering at the University of Palermo in Italy. Her research activities focus on the relationship between sustainability-oriented innovation and managerial decision-making processes within entrepreneurial and industrial systems. Her scholarly profile integrates business strategy, behavioral economics, and sustainability science within the broader field of management engineering.[6]

Her doctoral research explored venture capital decision-making mechanisms in green investments, emphasizing the influence of environmental policy frameworks and investor behavior in sustainable startup ecosystems. In addition to academic publishing, she has participated in international conferences, sustainability forums, and interdisciplinary collaborations related to circular economy development and operational sustainability.[7]

Research Profile

Rizzitello’s research profile is centered on sustainable management systems and the integration of environmental considerations into operational and financial decision-making processes. Her work addresses venture capital investment behavior toward sustainable startups, digital technologies in supply chains, and circular business innovation models.[8]

Methodologically, her studies employ econometric modeling, conjoint experiments, and controlled experimental designs to examine behavioral patterns and strategic responses within organizations. Her interdisciplinary orientation combines sustainability management, corporate finance, and behavioral operations research to evaluate organizational adaptation toward environmentally sustainable practices.[9]

Beyond research publications, she has contributed to academic teaching activities including courses on business planning for startups, corporate finance tutorials, and business administration modules at the University of Palermo. She has additionally served as a representative for doctoral students within the PhD program in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Management, and Aerospace Innovation.[10]

Research Contributions

Among her principal contributions is the investigation of how environmental policy pressures influence venture capital funding decisions for green startups. Her work in this area explores investor heterogeneity and the moderating role of sustainability-oriented policy frameworks in shaping financial support mechanisms for environmentally innovative enterprises.[11]

Another significant contribution involves sustainable behavioral operations and logistics systems. Her research on sustainable delivery choices integrates behavioral insights with monetary incentives to understand consumer decision-making and environmentally responsible last-mile delivery practices.[12]

Rizzitello has also contributed to the literature on circular business models through cluster-based literature reviews examining value generation mechanisms within circular economy systems. This work supports the understanding of sustainable value creation and resource optimization strategies within contemporary business models.[13]

Her research additionally addresses corporate social responsibility and employee engagement in relation to organizational financial performance. These studies contribute to the growing body of sustainability management scholarship linking social responsibility initiatives with organizational outcomes and workforce participation.[14]

Publications

Rizzitello has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed journal articles and conference proceedings focusing on sustainability, management engineering, and environmentally responsible innovation systems. Selected publications include:

  • Rizzitello, E., Lo Nigro, G., Mancini, S., & Gansterer, M. (2026). Nudging the last mile: Combining behavioral insights and monetary incentives for sustainable delivery choices. International Journal of Production Economics, 291(C). DOI:
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpe.2025.109855
  • Rizzitello, E., Piazza, M., & Perrone, G. (2025). Unlocking green startup investments: How environmental policy pressures drive Venture Capital funding decisions. Technological Forecasting & Social Change. DOI:
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.techfore.2025.124158
  • Rizzitello, E., Busacca, A., Roma, P., & Perrone, G. (2025). Linking Circular Business Models With Value Sources: A Cluster-Based Literature Review. Business Strategy & Development, 8(2). DOI:
    https://doi.org/10.1002/bsd2.70111
  • Lo Nigro, G., Rizzitello, E., Mansueto, F., & Pace, F. (2026). From Corporate Social Responsibility to Financial Performance: The Role of Employee Engagement. Sustainability, 18(9), 4276. DOI:
    https://doi.org/10.3390/su18094276

Her conference participation includes presentations at EurOMA Sustainability Forum, the International Working Seminar on Production Economics (IWSPE), the Innovation and Product Development Management Conference (IPDMC), and the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Italian Association of Management Engineers.[15]

Research Impact

The research impact of Dr. Rizzitello is reflected in her contributions to emerging scholarship on sustainability-oriented management systems and green finance mechanisms. Her publications address contemporary challenges involving environmental transition, responsible investment strategies, and sustainable operations management.[16]

Her studies on venture capital and environmental policy contribute to discussions concerning sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems and climate-oriented innovation financing. Additionally, her behavioral operations research on sustainable delivery systems provides insights relevant to logistics management and environmentally conscious consumer behavior.[17]

The interdisciplinary nature of her work, integrating econometrics, sustainability science, and management engineering, positions her scholarship within broader international efforts aimed at promoting circular economy practices and responsible organizational transformation.[18]

Award Suitability

Eleonora Rizzitello demonstrates several attributes aligned with the criteria commonly associated with research excellence recognition. Her scholarly work addresses globally significant sustainability issues through quantitatively rigorous and interdisciplinary methodologies. Her contributions to venture capital research, circular business systems, and sustainable operational behavior exhibit relevance to both academic and applied management contexts.[19]

Her active engagement in international conferences, doctoral research activities, and academic teaching further reflects a sustained commitment to scholarly development and knowledge dissemination. The integration of behavioral experimentation and econometric analysis within her research demonstrates methodological diversity and analytical rigor.[20]

In addition, her involvement in sustainability-oriented business planning education and interdisciplinary academic initiatives contributes to the broader educational and institutional impact associated with emerging scholars in management engineering and sustainable innovation research.[21]

Conclusion

Eleonora Rizzitello’s academic profile reflects a developing contribution to sustainability-focused management engineering research. Through empirical studies on green investments, sustainable operations, circular business systems, and environmentally responsible organizational practices, she has established a scholarly trajectory centered on contemporary sustainability challenges. Her interdisciplinary research methods, publication record, and international academic engagement collectively support her recognition within the field of management and sustainability studies.[22]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Eleonora Rizzitello, Author ID 59758466000. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=59758466000
  2. Rizzitello, E., Piazza, M., & Perrone, G. (2025). Unlocking green startup investments: How environmental policy pressures drive Venture Capital funding decisions. Technological Forecasting & Social Change.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.techfore.2025.124158
  3. University of Palermo. (2026). Academic profile and doctoral activities of Eleonora Rizzitello.
    https://iris.unipa.it/handle/10447/698387
  4. Rizzitello, E., Lo Nigro, G., Mancini, S., & Gansterer, M. (2026). Nudging the last mile: Combining behavioral insights and monetary incentives for sustainable delivery choices. International Journal of Production Economics.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpe.2025.109855
  5. EurOMA Sustainability Forum. (2025). Conference proceedings and sustainability forum presentations.
  6. University of Palermo. (2026). Departmental affiliation and academic activities in Management Engineering.
  7. Rizzitello, E. (2026). Venture capital decision-making in green investments. PhD Thesis.
    https://iris.unipa.it/handle/10447/698387
  8. Rizzitello, E., Busacca, A., Roma, P., & Perrone, G. (2025). Linking Circular Business Models With Value Sources: A Cluster-Based Literature Review. Business Strategy & Development.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/bsd2.70111
  9. Rizzitello, E. (2026). Quantitative methods and experimental approaches in sustainable management research. University of Palermo.
  10. University of Palermo. (2025). Teaching activities and doctoral representation records.
  11. Rizzitello, E., Piazza, M., Mazzola, E., & Perrone, G. (2023). How do different VC Investors finance sustainable startups? The moderating role of environmental policies. IPDMC Conference Proceedings.
  12. Rizzitello, E., Lo Nigro, G., Mancini, S., & Gansterer, M. (2024). Nudging the Last Mile: Combining Behavioral Insights and Monetary Incentives for Sustainable Delivery Choices. IWSPE Conference Proceedings.
  13. Business Strategy & Development. (2025). Cluster-based literature review on circular business models and sustainable value sources.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/bsd2.70111
  14. Lo Nigro, G., Rizzitello, E., Mansueto, F., & Pace, F. (2026). From Corporate Social Responsibility to Financial Performance: The Role of Employee Engagement. Sustainability.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/su18094276
  15. European Operations Management Association. (2025). Sustainability forum participation and conference dissemination records.
  16. Elsevier. (2026). International Journal of Production Economics publication records.
  17. Technological Forecasting & Social Change. (2025). Research on sustainable investment systems and environmental policy pressures.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.techfore.2025.124158
  18. World Circular Economy Forum. (2023). International sustainability and circular economy initiatives.
  19. University of Palermo. (2026). Management engineering and sustainability-oriented research initiatives.
  20. AiIG Summer School. (2023). Striving for research quality: doctoral academic development program.
  21. University of Palermo. (2025). Business plans for startups teaching activities and collaborative educational initiatives.
  22. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (2026). Research Excellence Award evaluation and academic recognition framework.
    forensicscientist.org