Mr. Yahye Abdalle Jama is a distinguished academic leader and seasoned research administrator with a strong background in education, research management, and editorial leadership. Currently pursuing his PhD in Education at UNICAF University, he holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from the Royal University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, as well as a Master of International Human Resource Management from UIU. In addition, he earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management from Melbourne Metropolitan College. In his role as Executive Director and Editor-in-Chief at the Citycot Institute for Applied Research and Innovation (CIARI), Mr. Jama oversees research leadership, quality assurance, editorial governance, partnership engagement, and the strategic dissemination of research outputs. As Deputy Vice Chancellor at Citycot University, he contributes to institutional governance and academic excellence. Mr. Jama is co-author of several peer-reviewed studies focused on the telecommunications industry, leadership, and community engagement within Somalia’s development context. His research demonstrates a commitment to applied scholarship and policy impact, furthering the advancement of education and development in the region.

Bio: Mr. Mohamed Shamsal Islam is an academic external advisor with a strong background in research mentorship and publication. He has participated in scholarly works such as telecommunications sector analysis — evidence of engagement in research that bridges academic inquiry and practical sector insights. His role on the editorial board brings external scholarly oversight, peer review guidance, and international academic network leverage. Education Qualification: Mohammad Shamsal Islam, MS (Environmental Science), MPH- (Bio-Statistics- Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran), MS (Epidemiology-Germany) Current Position: Epidemiologist-Ispahani Islamia Eye Institute & Hospital (Largest & oldest eye institute in Bangladesh) (Conducting class with Medical doctors (long-term fellows): Dissertation writing, dissertation protocol, development, SPSS and statistical analysis, and Clinical Research) Consultant (World Health Organization) Consultant-UNDP, Bangladesh country office Director-Research, KCSPL Director, Research and Development, A2Z consultancy & Enterprise Staff skills development Trainer: Al Basher International, Foundation (UK) Adjunct Faculty, School of Public Health & Life Sciences, Department of Public Health Ophthalmology, University of South Asia, Dhaka, Bangladesh External Advisor, CIARI, CityCot University, Somlaia Trainer: SPSS, Report writing, and Manuscript development (African students in Bangladesh) Online Course Trainer (Thesis writing, data analysis, SPSS, and Meta-Analysis): China Medical Doctors (MS) Africa Continent: Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya & Nigeria.

Bio: Mr. Ismail Mohamoud Yusuf oversees CIARI’s operational and administrative functions, supporting research governance, documentation, and tracking. While individual publication data could not be extracted from open sources, his professional responsibilities include ensuring smooth research program execution, research logistics, and committee coordination, which are vital for maintaining research integrity and institutional delivery.

Bio: Mr. Nathan Mongute Nyamweya is a researcher and research operations leader contributing to CIARI’s research coordination, linkage building, and editorial management functions. He holds advanced experience in organizing multidisciplinary research initiatives and supervising faculty projects. Though detailed publication records could not be independently verified on open sources, his professional advancement reflects deep engagement in research quality assurance and interdisciplinary collaboration crucial for CIARI’s mission.