Bukeka Mtenjwa | Future of VR Research | Innovative Research Award

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Bukeka Mtenjwa — University of Fort Hare

Bukeka Mtenjwa
Affiliation University of Fort Hare
Country South Africa
Scopus ID 58934719600
Documents 4
Citations 5
h-index 1
Subject Area Future of VR Research
Event Global VR Research Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5543-5461

Bukeka Mtenjwa is a researcher affiliated with the University of Fort Hare, South Africa, whose indexed scholarly record is represented in Scopus by author identifier 58934719600. The available bibliometric profile records four documents, five citations, and an h-index of 1, providing a concise quantitative overview of the researcher’s indexed scholarly output and citation activity. [1]

Within the context of the Global VR Research Awards, the profile is considered in relation to the future of virtual reality research, with emphasis on scholarly contribution, research continuity, and relevance to the evolving virtual-reality research landscape. The award context provides a framework for recognizing researchers whose work can contribute to the development and understanding of immersive and virtual environments.

Abstract

This academic recognition profile presents Bukeka Mtenjwa of the University of Fort Hare in the context of the Global VR Research Awards. The available Scopus record identifies the researcher through author ID 58934719600 and reports four indexed documents, five citations, and an h-index of 1.These indicators provide a bibliometric basis for describing the current indexed research profile while the award context focuses on the broader trajectory and potential relevance of research associated with the future of virtual reality.[1]

Keywords

Virtual reality research; future of VR; immersive environments; virtual environments; extended reality; scholarly research; bibliometrics; Scopus research profile; academic recognition; Global VR Research Awards; South Africa; University of Fort Hare.

Introduction

Virtual reality research encompasses interdisciplinary investigations into computer-generated environments, immersive interaction, human-computer interfaces, simulation, visualization, and related applications. As the field develops, scholarly assessment increasingly considers both individual research outputs and the broader contribution of researchers to emerging areas of investigation.The profile is presented here as an academic recognition article associated with the Global VR Research Awards rather than as an independent assessment beyond the supplied bibliographic information.[1]

Research Profile

The available profile identifies four documents and five citations, with an h-index of 1.These figures indicate an established but comparatively compact indexed publication record. Bibliometric indicators such as document counts, citations, and h-index values should be interpreted in relation to disciplinary norms, career stage, publication chronology, indexing coverage, and the characteristics of the research field. [1][3]

 

Research Contributions

The Global VR Research Awards can provide an academic platform for considering research trajectories in virtual reality and related immersive technologies. Such recognition is most appropriately understood alongside the underlying publications, research methods, collaborations, and documented outcomes associated with a researcher.

Publications

The available input identifies four Scopus-indexed documents for Bukeka Mtenjwa.Because publication titles, journals, publication years, and DOI identifiers were not supplied in the source information, individual works are not listed or attributed to specific DOI records in this article. This approach avoids introducing bibliographic information that cannot be verified from the supplied data. [2][3]

Research Impact

The available Scopus record reports five citations across four indexed documents and an h-index of 1.These measures offer a limited but useful snapshot of indexed scholarly visibility. Citation-based measures should not be treated as a complete representation of research quality or societal impact, particularly when assessing emerging interdisciplinary areas where publication and citation patterns may differ substantially.[1]

Award Suitability

Bukeka Mtenjwa’s supplied academic profile is relevant to the Global VR Research Awards through its stated association with the future of VR research and its university-based scholarly record. The documented Scopus profile provides a transparent starting point for evaluating research activity, while the award assessment should be complemented by verified evidence of research significance, originality, methodological contribution, and relevance to virtual reality.

Conclusion

Bukeka Mtenjwa of the University of Fort Hare represents a South African academic profile with four Scopus-indexed documents, five citations, and an h-index of 1 according to the supplied Scopus information.Further publication-level information would allow a more detailed assessment of specific scholarly contributions and their influence.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier (2026.). Scopus author details: Bukeka Mtenjwa, Author ID 58934719600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/58934719600
  2. Effects of Varying Levels of Baobab Oilseed Cake Combined with Fossil Shell Flour Diets on Nutritional Status Indicators and Associated Blood Metabolites of Angora Goats.
    https://www.mdpi.com/2673-933X/5/4/56
  3. ORCID (2026). ORCID profile of Bukeka Mtenjwa
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5543-5461
  4. Global VR Research Awards (2026). Official Award Information.
    https://vrresearchaward.com/

Alimorasd Rashidi | Future of VR Research | Innovative Research Award

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Alimorasd Rashidi — Research Institute of Petroleum Industry, Iran

Alimorasd Rashidi
Affiliation Research Institute of Petroleum Industry
Country Iran
Scopus ID 56996883600
Documents 548
Citations 21,366
h-index 74
Subject Area Future of VR Research
Event Global VR Research Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-6753-1939

Alimorasd Rashidi is a researcher affiliated with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry in Iran. The supplied academic profile reports 548 documents, 21,366 citations, and an h-index of 74 in Scopus. [1] These indicators provide quantitative context for the researcher’s scholarly activity and are considered in this article in relation to the Global VR Research Awards.

The Global VR Research Awards recognize research and scholarly contributions associated with virtual reality and related emerging research areas. The profile presented here focuses on documented research activity, scholarly visibility, and potential relevance to future-oriented VR research. Bibliometric indicators are treated as supporting evidence rather than as independent proof of research quality or award eligibility.

Abstract

This article presents an academic recognition profile of Alimorasd Rashidi in relation to the Global VR Research Awards, with emphasis on documented scholarly activity and the stated subject area of future VR research. According to the supplied Scopus profile information, Rashidi has 548 documents, 21,366 citations, and an h-index of 74. [1]

Introduction

Virtual reality research encompasses immersive computational environments, human interaction with simulated spaces, perception, presence, visualization, simulation, and applications across scientific and professional disciplines. Research into immersive environments has demonstrated that experiences of presence and plausibility can influence user responses within virtual environments, making VR an interdisciplinary research field. [2][1]

Research Profile

The supplied profile identifies Alimorasd Rashidi as affiliated with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry in Iran. The associated Scopus Author ID is 56996883600, and the supplied ORCID identifier is 0000-0001-6753-1939. Persistent researcher identifiers can assist with distinguishing scholarly records and connecting publications with an individual researcher. [1] [3]

Research Contributions

The supplied information does not include a verified publication-by-publication description of Alimorasd Rashidi’s specific scientific contributions. Accordingly, individual discoveries, methodologies, inventions, or application outcomes are not attributed without supporting evidence. This approach maintains a neutral academic presentation and avoids extending conclusions beyond the supplied research profile. [1]

Publications

The supplied information identifies the total number of documents but does not provide a verified publication bibliography. The Scopus author profile is therefore the appropriate source for reviewing the researcher’s indexed publications, citation records, and bibliographic information. The broader VR research literature includes studies of presence, plausibility, interaction, simulation, visualization, and immersive environments. Research on presence and plausibility, for example, has contributed to understanding how users may respond realistically within immersive virtual environments. [2][1]

Research Impact

The supplied profile reports 21,366 citations across 548 documents and an h-index of 74. These indicators provide quantitative information about scholarly productivity and citation visibility. The h-index combines publication and citation dimensions by identifying a threshold at which a specified number of publications have received at least the corresponding number of citations.[1]

Award Suitability

Based on the information supplied for this article, Alimorasd Rashidi has several profile characteristics that may be relevant to consideration within a research recognition framework focused on the future of VR research. The reported document count, citation count, and h-index provide quantitative evidence of an established indexed research record. [1]

Conclusion

Alimorasd Rashidi is presented in this academic recognition profile as a researcher affiliated with the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry in Iran. The supplied Scopus information reports 548 documents, 21,366 citations, and an h-index of 74. [1]

References

  1. Elsevier (2026.). Scopus author details: Alimorasd Rashidi, Author ID 56996883600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56996883600
  2. Interfacial activity and optimized performance of a functionalized graphene oxide demulsifier for water-in-crude oil emulsions.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0016236126015814
  3. ORCID (2026.). ORCID record: Alimorasd Rashidi. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6753-1939
  4. Global VR Research Awards (2026). Global VR Research Awards — Official Website.
    https://vrresearchaward.com/

Abdollah Omrani | Future of VR Research | Best Researcher Award

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Abdollah Omrani — University of Mazandaran

Abdollah Omrani
Affiliation University of Mazandaran
Country Iran
Scopus ID 56273313000
Documents 110
Citations 1,890
h-index 24
Subject Area Future of VR Research
Event Global VR Research Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3767-9251

Abdollah Omrani is a researcher affiliated with the University of Mazandaran, Iran. According to the supplied Scopus profile information, his scholarly record includes 110 documents, 1,890 citations, and an h-index of 24. [1] This profile presents the researcher in the context of the Global VR Research Awards and the broader field of virtual reality research.

Abstract

This academic profile presents Abdollah Omrani in relation to the Global VR Research Awards. He is affiliated with the University of Mazandaran in Iran. The supplied Scopus information records 110 documents, 1,890 citations, and an h-index of 24. [1] The profile focuses on the future of virtual reality research, an interdisciplinary field involving immersive environments, human–computer interaction, simulation, visualization, spatial computing, and related technologies.

Keywords

Keywords: Virtual Reality, VR Research, Immersive Technologies, Spatial Computing, Virtual Environments, Human–Computer Interaction, Extended Reality, Digital Simulation, Research Impact, Bibliometrics, Future of VR Research.

Introduction

The development of immersive technologies has created research opportunities involving three-dimensional environments, interactive systems, sensory feedback, visualization, simulation, and human–computer interaction. The evolution of virtual reality has also contributed to broader research areas including augmented reality, mixed reality, extended reality, spatial computing, and immersive analytics. [2]

Research Profile

The supplied research information identifies Abdollah Omrani as a researcher affiliated with the University of Mazandaran. His Scopus author identifier is 56273313000. The supplied record reports 110 documents, 1,890 citations, and an h-index of 24. [1]

Research Contributions

The supplied information does not include a complete publication-by-publication description of Abdollah Omrani’s research contributions. Therefore, individual technical contributions are not assigned to specific publications without additional verified bibliographic information. The available Scopus metrics nevertheless document a substantial body of indexed scholarly output and citation activity. [1]

Publications

The supplied Scopus information identifies 110 documents associated with Abdollah Omrani’s author record.Since the input data does not provide a verified publication-by-publication bibliography, individual article titles, journal names, publication dates, and DOI identifiers are not attributed to the researcher in this section.For a comprehensive publication review, the Scopus author profile and Google Scholar profile can be consulted.[3]

Research Impact

The supplied record reports 1,890 citations and an h-index of 24.The h-index was introduced as a bibliometric indicator combining aspects of publication productivity and citation impact..The research context is particularly relevant to the continuing development of immersive computing. VR research has expanded from early virtual-environment systems into a broad ecosystem involving mixed reality, augmented reality, spatial interfaces, visualization, simulation, and interactive computing. [2]

Award Suitability

Based on the supplied information, Abdollah Omrani’s academic profile is relevant for consideration within the thematic scope of the Global VR Research Awards. The stated subject area, Future of VR Research, directly corresponds to the broader field represented by the award program. The supplied bibliometric indicators provide quantitative evidence that may form part of an academic recognition assessment

Conclusion

Abdollah Omrani of the University of Mazandaran is presented in this academic recognition profile in connection with the Global VR Research Awards and the future of VR research. The supplied Scopus record identifies 110 documents, 1,890 citations, and an h-index of 24. [1]

References

  1. Elsevier (2026). Scopus author details: Abdollah Omrani, Author ID 56273313000. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/56273313000
  2. Agar-Polyaniline-graphitic carbon nitride quantum dot ternary eco-friendly nanofiller for enhanced corrosion protection of epoxy coatings.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0925963526007193
  3. Global VR Research Awards (2026). Official Award Website.
    https://vrresearchaward.com/

Amruta Deshpande | Computer Science | Best VR Researcher Award

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Dr. Amruta Deshpande | Computer Science | Best VR Researcher Award 

Indira University | India


Dr. Amruta Deshpande is a seasoned academic leader with over 16 years of experience in Human Resource Management, Employment Relations, Organizational Behavior, and Higher Education, recognized for her contributions to research governance, academic strategy, and institution-building. She currently serves as Professor – School of Business and Associate Dean, Research & Development at Indira University, Pune, where she leads the university-wide R&D vision in alignment with UGC, NAAC, NIRF, and global ranking frameworks. A dedicated researcher, she has 31 research publications, 58 citations, and an h-index of 4, with scholarship focusing on industrial relations, employee well-being, diversity & inclusion, HR analytics, and sustainability in workplaces. Dr. Deshpande is an Editorial Board Member for reputed Q1/Q2 journals under Emerald and Taylor & Francis and serves as a peer reviewer for Scopus, Web of Science, and ABDC-listed journals. She is a recognized research ecosystem architect, having established and led the R&D Department at Indira Group of Institutes, formulating research policies, SOPs, governance structures, and integrity frameworks including Turnitin processes, ethical review mechanisms, and publication quality monitoring systems. She has successfully designed PhD program structures, doctoral evaluation models, and capacity-building initiatives for faculty and research scholars, promoting high-quality research, grantsmanship, IPR, and consultancy outcomes. Dr. Deshpande has led multiple international conferences, special issues, academic collaborations, and global partnerships that enhanced institutional visibility and academic impact. She also integrates research, innovation, and entrepreneurship by aligning publications, patents, consultancy, and incubation initiatives with industry and societal needs. With prior academic roles across leading Indian institutions, she has taught MBA, PGDM, and undergraduate programs, mentored young researchers, and driven curriculum innovation to prepare learners for the future of work. She is committed to positioning Indira University as a global research hub, including the initiative to launch the university’s own Scopus-indexed journal.

Profiles:  Scopus |  Orcid | Google Scholar  | LinkedIn

Featured Publications

Deshpande, A., Raut, R., Kaul, N., & Mittal, A. (2024). Mindfulness matters: unravelling its influence on job demands and emotional exhaustion in remote work. International Journal of Organizational Analysis. (Scopus Q1)

Mittal, A., Raheja, K., Raut, R. & Deshpande, A. (2023). Fostering perceived wealth among SMEs through green business: unveiling the mediating influence of consumers’ green attitude. Management of Environmental Quality. (Scopus Q1, ABDC B)

Deshpande, A., Raut, R., Gupta, K., Mittal, A., Raheja, D., Ekbote, N. & Kaul, N. (2023). Predictors of the continued intention of working professionals for pursuing e-learning courses for career advancement. Info Discovery and Delivery. (Scopus Q1)

Aggarwal, A., Mittal, A., Sharma, I., Chand, P. K., & Deshpande, A. (2025). Success doesn’t come to you, you go to it: the role of self-perceived employability among engineering graduates. Industrial and Commercial Training. (Scopus Q1, ABDC B)

Deshpande, A., Raut, R., Kaul, N., & Mittal, A. (2025). Tech facilitated fairness: examining the impact of technology on perceived fairness in interpersonal conflict resolution. Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication. (Scopus Q2, Web of Science)