Manipal Dubai invites you to the Annual Conference on Innovating for Impact, a landmark event focused on exploring the transformative potential of digital technologies across multiple sectors. This hybrid conference will be held on February 19–20, 2025, at the Manipal Dubai Campus, offering participants a platform to engage with thought leaders, showcase their research, and gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving digital landscape.

The conference is organized in collaboration with Confab 360 Degree, Rushford Business School (Switzerland), and the European Global Institute of Innovation and Technology (Malta), with Global Career Pathway as the knowledge partner.

Conference Theme

“Innovating for Impact: Digital Technologies for Public Administration, Engineering Application, Environmental Protection, Sustainable Business Operations, and Healthcare”

The conference emphasizes how cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Automation, and Blockchain are reshaping critical industries to create meaningful societal and environmental impacts.

Registration Link: Register Here

Key focus areas include:

• Public Administration: Enhancing governance, transparency, and citizen engagement through digital tools.
   
• Engineering Applications: Leveraging smart technologies to optimize infrastructure, productivity, and sustainability.
   
• Environmental Protection: Harnessing real-time data monitoring and predictive analytics for conservation and resource management.
   
• Sustainable Business Operations: Driving eco-friendly solutions, optimizing supply chains, and fostering sustainable practices.
   
• Healthcare: Improving accessibility, patient care, and operational efficiency through innovations like telemedicine, AI, and wearable devices.

Conference Highlights

Keynote Speakers

The event features renowned global experts who will share insights on how digital technologies are shaping the future:

• Prof. (Dr.) Marko Peric – University of Rijeka, Croatia
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Fernando Ortiz-Rodríguez – Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas, Mexico
   
• Dr. Miguel Sahagun – High-Point University, USA
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Abhay Anand Tiwari - Fore School of Management, India
   
• Prof. Joe Houghton, UCD - Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, Dublin, Ireland
   
• Dr. Ahmad Rasmi Albattat - Medan Academy of Tourism, Indonesia
   
• Dr. Shad Ahmad Khan - University of Buraimi, Oman

Chief Patrons

• Prof. (Dr.) S. Sudhindra
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Tufail Syed
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Padmakali Banerjee
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Nishu Ayedee

Patrons

• Prof. (Dr.) Kanika Gupta
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Anuj Kumar
   
• Prof. (Dr.) S.K. Pandey
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Sunitha Prabhuram
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Alok Satsangi
   
• Mr. Dhaneesh NP

Editorial Board

The conference is supported by an eminent editorial board comprising scholars from prestigious global institutions, including:

• Prof. (Dr.) Anuj Kumar – Rushford Business School, Switzerland
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Leo Paul Dana – École de management de la Sorbonne, France
   
• Prof. (Dr.) A.K. Haghi – University of Guilan, Iran
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Alvaro M. Rocha – ISEG Lisbon School of Economics and Management, Portugal
   
• Prof. (Dr.) Marco Valeri – Niccolò Cusano University, Italy
  
  …and many others from institutions across the globe.
   

Sub-Themes

The conference will address a wide range of sub-themes, including but not limited to:

• Digital Transformation in Public Administration
   
  • E-Government Solutions: Enhancing citizen engagement
     
  • Data-driven governance and decision-making
     
  • Ethical AI and inclusivity in technology adoption
     
  • Cybersecurity in public sector digitalization
     
• Smart Engineering Applications
   
  • IoT for smart cities and urban sustainability.
     
  • AI and machine learning in engineering processes.
     
  • Innovations in infrastructure management.
     
• Sustainable Business Practices
   
  • Blockchain for transparency in supply chains.
     
  • Circular economy innovations for waste reduction.
     
  • Green technologies and renewable energy solutions.
     
• Environmental Protection
   
  • Climate change mitigation and smart infrastructure.
     
  • Waste management and eco-friendly packaging.
     
  • AI-driven eco-campaigns and carbon capture technologies.
     
• Healthcare Technologies
   
  • Telemedicine and wearable devices for improved patient care.
     
  • AI-driven diagnostics and robotic healthcare solutions.
     
  • Blockchain for data security and predictive analytics in healthcare.

Important Dates

• Working Paper Submission: January 15, 2025
• Decision on Paper: January 25, 2025
• Registration Deadline: January 30, 2025
• Conference Presentations: February 19–20, 2025
• Full Paper Submission: March 10, 2025

Submission Email: confab360degree@gmail.com

Publication Opportunities

Selected papers will be considered for publication in leading Scopus and Web of Science-indexed journals, such as:

• Prabandhan: Indian Journal of Management
   
• World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management, and Sustainable Development
   
• SMART Journal of Business Management Studies
  
  …and other prestigious outlets.

Registration Details

Fees Include:

• Access to all sessions (virtual and on-campus).
   
• Presentation certificate.
   
• Pre-conference workshop.
   
• Turnitin report and review feedback.
   
• Access to publication outlets.
   
• Food/refreshments at the venue.

Bank Details for Payment:

Beneficiary Name: CONFAB 360 DEGREE

Bank Name: ICICI Bank, Mayapuri, Delhi, India

Account Number: 181805001263

IFSC Code: ICIC0001818

Mark your calendar and be part of this extraordinary event shaping the future of digital innovation for a sustainable world. For more details or inquiries, contact confab360degree@gmail.com.