Yurou Liu | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Yurou Liu | Management and Accounting | Research Excellence Award

southwest Jiaotong University | China

Dr. Yurou Liu is an emerging scholar and Assistant Professor at Southwest Jiaotong University, China, with a strong academic foundation supported by a Ph.D. from Renmin University of China and international experience as a visiting researcher at the National University of Singapore. Her research sits at the intersection of law and finance, earnings management, and tax avoidance, with a particular focus on how legal systems, regulatory frameworks, and governance arrangements influence corporate financial decision-making and strategic behavior. Dr. Liu has successfully led three funded research projects, including a prestigious National Natural Science Foundation Youth Project, as well as grants from the Ministry of Education and Renmin University, demonstrating her ability to secure competitive research funding and contribute to national academic priorities. Complementing her academic research portfolio, she has also engaged with industry through a consultancy research project commissioned by the Shanghai Municipal Audit Bureau, focusing on the development and international benchmarking of audit mechanisms in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, showcasing applied policy relevance and societal impact. Dr. Liu has published eight peer-reviewed journal articles in highly regarded and internationally indexed outlets, including the Journal of Corporate Finance, Journal of Business Ethics, British Accounting Review, and Accounting and Business Research, along with other respected journals in the field of accounting and finance. Her research has received growing scholarly recognition, accumulating more than 120 citations on Google Scholar, reflecting increasing influence and relevance within the academic community. Through her empirical work, Dr. Liu provides novel insights into how judicial efficiency affects corporate investment and financing behavior, how reforms and dispute resolution mechanisms influence financial misconduct, and how disclosure policies and governance systems shape innovation, transparency, and market response. Her findings contribute meaningful evidence supporting improved investor protection, enhanced regulatory enforcement, reduced financial risk, and greater accountability within corporate systems. With a research agenda aligned toward public governance, financial integrity, and evidence-based regulation, Dr. Liu contributes rigorously to both theoretical advancement and policy development. Her academic achievements, demonstrated leadership in funded research, and impactful publications underscore her growing standing as a promising young scholar in the global research community. Her commitment to research excellence, ethical scholarship, and continuous contribution to knowledge makes her a strong candidate for recognition under the Research Excellence Award.

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Featured Publications

Liu, Y. (2023). Judicial independence and crash risk: Evidence from a natural experiment in China. Journal of Corporate Finance, 83, Article 102490.

Liu, Y. (2022). Investor protection and audit fees: Evidence from the E-interaction platform in China. Accounting and Business Research, 52(7), 815–837.

Liu, Y., & Liu, J. (2024). Social integrity and stock price crash risk. Journal of Business Ethics, 190(3), 703–721.

Liu, J., Ye, K., & Liu, Y. (2023). Mandatory information disclosure and innovation: Evidence from the disclosure of operational information. China Journal of Accounting Research, 16(2), Article 100294.

Liu, Y. (2023). The high-speed railway opening and audit quality: Evidence from China. Economic and Political Studies, 11(4), 494–515.

Liu, Y., Ye, K., & Liu, J. (2023). Major asset restructuring performance commitments and classification shifting through non-recurring items. China Journal of Accounting Studies, 11(2), 270–299.

Liu, Y., & Chen, H. (n.d.). Does retail investor attention deter or promote earnings management? Evidence from interactive platforms. (Publication status unknown).

 

Jack Ng Kok Wah | Management and Accounting | Outstanding Educator Award

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Dr. Jack Ng Kok Wah | Management and Accounting | Outstanding Educator Award 

Multimedia University Cyberjaya | Malaysia

Dr. Jack Ng Kok Wah is a dynamic and forward-thinking academic leader, researcher, and trainer, currently serving as a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Management, Multimedia University (MMU), Malaysia. With over three decades of experience spanning academia and industry, he has established himself as an influential figure in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), digital healthcare, mental health innovation, agricultural technology, and consumer behaviour research. His professional journey reflects a rare blend of academic rigor and practical expertise, driven by a passion to bridge scientific insight with societal and industrial transformation. Dr. Ng holds a PhD in Business from Universiti Malaya-Wales (UMW), an MBA in Marketing Management from Nottingham Trent University, UK, and a BA (Hons) in Marketing Management from University of Northumbria at Newcastle, UK. As an HRDF-certified and accredited trainer and a PIKOM-certified professional, he brings a multidisciplinary understanding of marketing, management, AI, and human development. His academic foundation, combined with extensive professional experience, enables him to mentor students and organizations in applying digital innovation for real-world impact. A prolific scholar, Dr. Ng has published more than 10 Q1 and Q2-ranked papers in Scopus and Web of Science (WoS) indexed journals between 2024 and 2025. His research has made significant contributions across several domains. In AI and healthcare, he explores how artificial intelligence, robotics, and machine learning can enhance surgical precision, reduce risk, and personalize medical treatment—highlighted in high-impact journals such as Frontiers in Public Health and Journal of Robotic Surgery. His notable works include “The Rise of Robotics and AI-Assisted Surgery in Modern Healthcare” and “AI-Driven Robotic Surgery in Oncology: Advancing Precision, Personalization, and Patient Outcomes.” These publications not only demonstrate his academic excellence but also his commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and efficiency through technology. Beyond healthcare, Dr. Ng’s research on AI in agriculture and food innovation addresses sustainability and global food security challenges. His paper “The Role of AI in Transforming Agriculture: Toward Sustainable Growth in an Era of Climate Change” highlights how intelligent technologies can optimize farming efficiency, resource management, and crop resilience. Similarly, his study on “AI-Driven 3D and 4D Food Printing” explores futuristic applications of additive manufacturing in food production, emphasizing environmental sustainability, personalization, and global scalability.

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Featured Publications

Ng Kok Wah, J. (2025). Revolutionizing surgery: AI and robotics for precision, risk reduction, and innovation. Journal of Robotic Surgery, 19, Article 47.

Ng Kok Wah, J. (2025). Revolutionizing e-Health: The transformative role of AI-powered hybrid chatbots in healthcare solutions. Frontiers in Public Health, 13.

Ng Kok Wah, J. (2025). The rise of robotics and AI-assisted surgery in modern healthcare. Journal of Robotic Surgery, 19(1), 311.

Ng, J., Wah, K., Fitriana, M., & Arumugam, T. (2023). Assumptions for structural equation modeling (SEM), normality of data distribution analysis and model fit measures. Normality of Data Distribution Analysis & Model Fit Measures.

Wah, K., & Ng, J. (2025). AI-driven robotic surgery in oncology: Advancing precision, personalization, and patient outcomes. Journal of Robotic Surgery, 19(1), 1–11.

Ng Kok Wah, J. (2025). Decoding structural equation modeling: Insights on data assumptions, normality, and model fit in advancing digital marketing strategies. Journal of Cases on Information Technology, 27(1), 20.

Ng Kok Wah, J. (2025). AI-driven 3D and 4D food printing: Innovations for sustainability, personalization, and global applications. Food Reviews International, 1–29.

Ng Kok Wah, J. (2025). Empowering healthier decisions: The impact of consumer innovativeness on linking perceived benefits with protective health behaviors through digital marketing in the health sector. International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Marketing.

Ng Kok Wah, J. (2025). Mental health in transition: Exploring the impact of remote and hybrid work on employee well-being in the evolving post-pandemic workplace. Xinan Jiaotong Daxue Xuebao / Journal of Southwest Jiaotong University, 60(2).