Thalita Obal | Operational Research | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Thalita Obal | Operational Research | Best Researcher Award

Research Director at UTFPR, Brazil

Summary:

Dr. Thalita Monteiro Obal is an esteemed academic with a Ph.D. in Numerical Methods in Engineering from UFPR, which included advanced studies at the University of Portsmouth. She is a professor at the Federal Technological University of Paraná, where she directs research and postgraduate studies. Her research is dedicated to creating and applying mathematical models and optimization techniques to solve complex problems in engineering, healthcare, and sustainability.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Ph.D. in Numerical Methods in Engineering
Post Graduate Program in Numerical Methods in Engineering (PPGMNE), Federal University of Paraná (UFPR)
Includes a sandwich period at the University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

Master’s in Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Agriculture
African Centre of Excellence on Climate Change, Biodiversity and Agriculture, Côte d’Ivoire

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences
Joseph KI ZERBO University

🏢 Professional Experience:

Dr. Thalita Monteiro Obal currently serves as a Professor of Higher Education at the Federal Technological University of Paraná, Guarapuava Campus, where she also holds the position of Director of Research and Post Graduate Studies. Her role involves overseeing research initiatives and postgraduate programs, contributing to the advancement of numerical methods and their applications across various fields.

Research Interests:

Dr. Obal’s research focuses on the development of mathematical models and optimization methods within Operations Research. Her work has practical applications in several domains, including:

  • Maintenance engineering
  • Civil engineering
  • Healthcare
  • Sustainability

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Fatin Alshibli | Supply Chain | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Fatin Alshibli, Supply Chain, Best Researcher Award

Fatin Alshibli at Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia

Summary:

Ms. Fatin Alshibli is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in supply chain management and healthcare quality assurance. She holds a Master’s degree in Supply Chains and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, complemented by certifications in international supply chain management, ISO standards auditing, Lean Six Sigma methodology, and project management. Her career has been marked by leadership roles in planning, efficiency, and quality management across medical supply and hospital settings in Aseer, Saudi Arabia.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Ms. Fatin Alshibli completed her Master of Science in Supply Chains in 2023 and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy obtained in 2014. She has also pursued several certifications and training courses to enhance her skills in quality control, strategic planning, logistics, and project management. These include certifications as an International Supply Chains Consultant, Manager, and Professional, along with qualifications in ISO 9001 Lead Auditor QMS, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Project Management Professional (PMP), and more.

🏢 Professional Experience:

Ms. Fatin Alshibli has a robust professional background spanning various roles and responsibilities:

  • Director for Planning and Efficiency of Supply Chains, Aseer Cluster (2024 – Current): As the Director, she oversees strategic planning and decision-making processes for Aseer Supply Chains, aligning business strategies with organizational goals. She manages budgets, provides strategic insights to the Executive Director, and supervises staff development and training.
  • Quality Manager of Medical Supply, Aseer Region (2019 – 2024): In this role, Ms. Alshibli implemented quality systems and internal controls for medical supply operations. She trained teams on production operations and quality standards, conducted audits, and utilized audit findings for continuous improvement initiatives. She also played a key role in developing quality policies and procedures manuals.
  • Pharmacist, Aseer Central Hospital (2014 – 2019): Ms. Alshibli began her career as a pharmacist, progressing to roles including supervisor for an outpatient pharmacy and quality designee. She served as a preceptor for intern students and contributed significantly to hospital committees and programs, such as the Anti-microbial Stewardship Program and Drug Formulary preparation.

Research Interest:

Ms. Fatin Alshibli’s professional interests revolve around supply chain management, quality assurance in healthcare and medical supply, strategic planning, and logistics optimization. Her academic pursuits and certifications reflect her commitment to enhancing operational efficiencies and implementing quality management systems in various organizational settings.

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