1.

Smart Cities and Sustainable Futures: A Data-Driven Analysis of Urban Resilience

Okechukwu Chiedu Ezeanyim¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala², Charles Onyeka Nwamekwe³

^1-3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State, Nigeria.

2.

Effects of Climate Variability on Arable Crops Farming Profitability in Oyo and Ogun States, Nigeria

Emmanuel Olatubosun Sowunmi¹, Luke O. Okojie², Samuel A. Adewuyi³

¹ D. S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Itori-Ewekoro, Nigeria.

^2,3 Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria. 

3.

Analysis of CO2 Emissions and Energy Efficiency Potential of Data Centers in Vietnam

Truong Xuan Nguyen¹, Quang Minh Luu², My Hang Do³, Khoi Dao Vu⁴

^1-4 University of Science and Technology of Hanoi, Vietnam

4.

Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Lean Six Sigma: A Multi-Industry Longitudinal Analysis of Operational Performance and Sustainable Digital Transformation

Okechukwu Chiedu Ezeanyim¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala², Chukwudi Emeka Udu³

^1-3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State, Nigeria.

5.

Predicting CNC Machining Errors Before the First Cut: A PO-ELM Intelligence Framework for Toolpath-Aware Quality Control in Smart Manufacturing

Theophilus Ikiedideike¹, Stanislaus Chinemerem Philip²

^1-2 Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

6.

Child-Led Risk Assessments for Disaster Resilience and Protection in Epworth, Harare’s Informal Settlements

Hope Jaricha

Great Zimbabwe University, Masvingo, Zimbabwe.

7.

Development of Herbal Formulations from Klainedoxa gabonensis and Evaluation of Their Antimicrobial Efficacy

Felix Okponanabofa Youkparigha¹, Henshew Ememobong Carbom²

¹ Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.

² Federal Polytechnic Ekowe, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. 

8.

Data-Driven Optimization of Overall Equipment Effectiveness in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Systems

Chukwunedum Ogochukwu Chinedum¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala², Chukwudi Emeka Udu³

^1-3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State, Nigeria.

9.

Traffic Noise Modelling using Integrated Conformal Prediction Based Uncertainty Estimation with Machine Learning Algorithms

Surinder Deswal¹, Mahesh Pal², Prateek Bhardwaj³, Danesh Selwal⁴, Prakriti Bisht⁵

^1-5 National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, India.

10.

Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Resilient Scheduling: A Systematic Review and Research Roadmap for Digital Twin and Machine Learning in Disruption-Aware Operations

Chukwudi Emeka Udu¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala²

^1-2 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State, Nigeria.

11.

From Principles to Practice: Assessing Nigeria’s Organ Transplant Regulatory Regime

Oluseyi Olayanju

Lagos State University Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria.

12.

Rheological Characterization and Flow Modeling of Mixed Flour in an Industrial Food Processing Plant

Le-ol Anthony Kpegele¹, Stanislaus Chinemerem Philip²

^1-2 Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

13.

The International Right to Health Framework and Maternal Mortality in Nigeria: A Case Study (Protocol)

Oluseyi Olayanju

Lagos State University Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria.

14.

From Heat Ingress to Financial Haemorrhage: Thermodynamic Characterization and Boil-Off Gas Economics of an LPG Storage Tank Under Tropical Ambient Conditions

Le-ol Anthony Kpegele¹, Stanislaus Chinemerem Philip²

^1-2 Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

15.

From Lean Waste to Measurable Sustainability: Data-Driven Optimization in Smart Manufacturing

Ifeyinwa Faith Ogbodo¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala², Onyekachi Marcel Egwuagu³

^1-3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.

16.

Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for Optimal Production Schedule Choice

Ovundah King Wofuru-Nyenke

Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

17.

Circular Economy and Net-Zero Manufacturing: A Data-Driven Multidisciplinary Framework for Sustainable Industrial Transformation

Onyekachi Marcel Egwuagu¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala², Chukwudi Emeka Udu³

¹ Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Nigeria.

^2-3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.

18.

Assessment of the Impact of Urbanisation on Land Use Changes in Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Juliet Woko Onisosomuya¹, Otobong Jackson Okosong², Williams Chinedu Onuegbu³, Brown Ibama⁴

^1-4 Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

19.

Leveraging Emerging Technologies to Enhance Business Processes in Blue Economy Sectors: A Case Study of Anambra State’s Industrial Landscape

Charles Onyeka Nwamekwe¹, Precious Chinaza Uchenna², Stephen Chibuikem Onyedika³

^1-3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.

20.

Climate Change Resilience of Social Institutions in Addressing Gender-Based Violence: A Multi-Stakeholder Analysis in Chiredzi District, Zimbabwe  

Catherine Murumewangu¹, Hope Jaricha²

¹ Young Advocates Development Trust, Karoi, Zimbabwe.

² Great Zimbabwe University, Zimbabwe. 

21.

Impact of Biodegradable Waste Pollution on Microbial Exposure and Health Outcomes Among Children in Urban Communities

Afakwu-Adimoha Hilda Chinwe¹, Richard Otayoor Abalist²

¹ Federal Medical Center Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.

² Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.  

22.

Sustainable Nanocomposites: The Integration of Materials Design, Lifecycle Performance, and Data Analytics

Somto Kenneth Onukwuli¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala², Chukwudi Emeka Udu³

^1-3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka – Nigeria.

23.

Rectifying Calcium Deficiency in Plants through Soil and Foliar Application in Calcareous Soils: A Global Review

Sajid Farid¹, Saadia Razzaq²

¹ FFC Pakistan.

² Islamabad Model College for Girls, Islamabad, Pakistan. 

24.

Data-Driven Lean Six Sigma for Complex Systems: The Integration of Artificial Intelligence for Quality, Resilience, and Sustainability

Somkenechi Chinwe Okpala¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala²

¹ University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Ituku/Ozalla, Enugu, Nigeria.

² Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.  

25.

Assessment of Satisfaction with Quality of Health Care Services Among Patients in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State

Dr. Afakwu-Adimoha Hilda Chinwe¹, Dr. Mariere Ikuona Ulunma², Anthony Eguvbe³

^1,2,3 Department of Community Medicine/Public Health, Federal Medical Center Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.  

26.

Credit Scoring Using Logistic Regression and Decision Trees: A Comparative Machine Learning Using MATLAB Implementation

Rilwan Olaniyi Shanu¹, Adam Folohunso Zubair², Mukaila Alade Rahman³, Micheal Tokunbo Adenibuyan⁴

^1-3 Lagos State University Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria.  

⁴ College of Computing, Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria.   

27.

Role of Civil Society in Public Service Delivery in Bangladesh: Opportunities, Constraints, and Policy Implications

Most. Rukshana Parvin

University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, Bangladesh.

28.

Understanding Circular Economy Practices in Agro-Food Supply Chains: Insights from Agro-Entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa

Pardon J. Muzondo¹, Everjoy Mukunga², Marilyn W. Kutamahufa³, Reenah Chikengezha⁴

^1,3,4 Lecturer, Department of Supply Chain Management, Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Zimbabwe. 

² Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe.

29.

Excessive Screen Time and Language Development Among School-Aged Children in Emerging Digital Societies

Chidinma Blessing Offor¹, Olasupo O. Ariyibi²

^1,2 Lagos State University, Lagos, Nigeria.

30.

Inclusive WASH Services in Zimbabwe: Gendered and Disability-Related Challenges Faced by Women with Disabilities, Insights from Harare and Bulawayo

Hope Jaricha¹, Daniel Masungwa², Batrice Dzingai³, Notion Manzvera⁴, Vannessa Runyraro Meki⁵, Felistas Mutseyi⁶, Benjamin Tungwa⁷

^1,2,3,4,5,6 Great Zimbabwe University, Masvingo, Zimbabwe.  

⁷ Reformed Church University, Masvingo, Zimbabwe. 

31.

Evaluation of a Lightweight CNN–Transformer Hybrid Model for Multi-Class Skin Lesion Classification under Data Distribution Shift

Dao Ngoc Ton

Thai Nguyen University of Technology (TNUT), Thai Nguyen University, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam.   

32.

AI-Powered Alternative Credit Scoring System for MSMEs and Individual Borrowers in India

Ghanshyam Chand Yadav¹, Vatsalya Pandey², Kunal Mishra³

^1,2,3 Delhi College of Arts and Commerce, University of Delhi, New Delhi, India.  

33.

Data-Driven Ergonomic Optimization in Manufacturing Systems: Productivity, Safety, and Sustainability Impacts

Harold Chukwuemeka Godwin¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala²

^1,2 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.  

34.

Assessment of Environmental Impacts of Urbanization in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Nigeria

Pauline Okwuchukwudire Nwachukwu¹, Otobong Jackson Okosong², Obirieze Chekwa Nnadi³, Augusta Ayotamuno⁴, Gobo Akuro Ephraim⁵ 

^1-5 Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

35.

Robust Control of Environmental Pollution in Nigeria: The Prospects of Leveraging GIS and Remote Sensing

Thomas U. Omali¹, Rosemary O. Onyevu²

¹ National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA), Abuja, Nigeria.

² University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.   

36.

What Drives Successful Six Sigma Implementation? A Data-Driven Multidisciplinary Analysis

Charles Chikwendu Okpala¹ and Chukwudi Emeka Udu²

^1,2 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria

37.

Exploring Challenges of Nightlife Tourism Development in Galle Fort, Sri Lanka

Ellawala Kankanamge Pasindu Madhusankha¹, Wathiyage Samara Samantha²

^1,2 Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka.

38.

A Review of the Development in the Multiplex PCR Technique for the Detection of Bacillus cereus

Israa Abed Ali Al Hawani

Al Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, Babylon, Iraq.  

39.

From Lean Manufacturing to Intelligent Production Systems: A Synthesis of Efficiency, Quality, and Environmental Performance

Charles Chikwendu Okpala

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.

40.

Safe, Green, and Digital: Pathways Towards Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Sub-Saharan African Road Freight Transport

Everjoy Mukunga¹, Pardon J. Muzondo²

¹ Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe.

² Marondera University of Agricultural Science and Technology, Marondera, Zimbabwe. 

41.

A Review of Air Suspension Systems for Improving Ride Comfort in Passenger Buses

Ma Thi Huyen Trang¹, Luong Chinh Long², Nguyen Khac Minh³, Nguyen Trong Hieu⁴

^{1, 2, 3, 4} Thai Nguyen University of Technology, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam.    

42.

Advanced Medical Additive Manufacturing: From 3D to 6D Printing, Bioprinting, and Biofabrication – Applications in Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare

Phalguni Deswal¹, Anupama Deswal², Surinder Deswal³

¹ Drug and Device World, Kurukshetra, India.

² Dental Consultant, Kurukshetra, India.

³ National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, India.     

43.

A Comprehensive Review of Phytoremediation Potential of Indoor Decorative Plants in Controlling Indoor Air Pollution (IAP) of Microenvironments and Sick Building Syndrome (SBS)

Surinder Deswal¹, Anupama Deswal²

¹ National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, Kurukshetra, India.

² Independant Researcher, Kurukshetra, India. 

44.

Spatiotemporal Meta-Analysis and Risk Assessment of Microplastic Abundance in Indian Freshwater Systems (2015–2025)

Ankita Jaiswal¹, Vaishnavi Chaubey², Surinder Deswal³

^1,2,3 National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, Kurukshetra, India. 

45.

Victim or Villain: Volodymyr Zelensky’s Role in the Russo-Ukrainian Ceasefire Negotiations

Prince Muzuva

University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Marondera, Zimbabwe. 

46.

The Black Diaspora and Africa’s COVID-19 Response: Transnational Solidarities, State Engagement, and the Ghanaian Experience  

Wilson Dabuo

University of Education, Winneba, Ghana. 

47.

Design and Performance Assessment of a Mechanized Palm Fruit Stripper

Godson Chijioke Akaninwor¹, Imereoma Frank Uchendu², Gershon Nna³

^1,2,3 Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

48.

Assessing Secondary School Teachers’ Awareness and Readiness to Teach Artificial Intelligence (AI) Concepts in Lagos State, Nigeria

Oluwasegun Ayotunde Odule¹, Olugbenga G. Akindoju², Olaide Kazeem Abiola³, Temitope Esther Ojedoyin⁴, Funmilayo Mary Odule⁵

^1-4 Lagos State University, Lagos, Nigeria.

⁵ Lagos State Teaching Service Commission, Nigeria. 

49.

Material Selection for Metal Gear Castings in a Foundry Process

Ovundah King Wofuru-Nyenke

Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

50.

When ‘No’ is not enough: Cultural narratives, bride price, and the struggle for sexual consent in Zimbabwe and South Africa

Prince Muzuva

Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Marondera, Zimbabwe.   

51.

Synergistic Mechanical Enhancement in a Novel Hybrid Sawdust/Coir-Reinforced Epoxy Composite Bars: A Sustainable Material for Structural Applications

Daerefa-a Mitsheal Amafabia¹, Sotonte Emmanuel Jack²

^1-2 Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

52.

Development of A Smart Rainwater Harvesting System with Automated Real-Time Water Quality Monitoring

Mohamad Faizal Abdul Halik¹, M. Sugirtharan², and G. Niroash³

^1-3 Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

53.

Artificial Intelligence-Optimized Predictive Safety and Sustainability in Industry 4.0 Smart Factories

Charles Chikwendu Okpala¹, Paul Chika Okpala² and Udu Chukwudi Emeka³

^1,3 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.

² Madonna University, Akpugo, Nigeria.

54.

Technology-Driven Succession Planning Failures and Employee Turnover Intentions: Exploring Career Development in Emerging Economies

Heniuck Mutisi¹, Everjoy Mukunga², Pardon J. Muzondo³

^1,2 Chinhoyi University of Technology, Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe.

³ Marondera University of Agricultural Science and Technology, Marondera, Zimbabwe.

55.

The Extension of Total Productive Maintenance with Digital Intelligence for Data-Driven Maintenance in Smart Manufacturing

Somto Kenneth Onukwuli¹, Charles Chikwendu Okpala² and Paul Chika Okpala³

^1,2 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.

³ Madonna University, Akpugo, Nigeria.

56.

Engineering of the Factory of the Future: Production Systems for Circularity and Net-Zero Performance

Onyekachi Marcel Egwuagu¹ and Charles Chikwendu Okpala²

¹ Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Nigeria.

² Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.   

57.

Coupling Embodied Carbon and Seismic Performance in Outrigger-Braced Reinforced Concrete High-Rise Buildings: A Parametric Study to Indian Standards

Isha Anand Patel

P. P. Savani University, Surat, Gujarat, India.