Editorial Board

Editorial Leadership

The Unveiling Seven Continents Yearbook Journal (U7Y Journal) is guided by an international editorial team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence, integrity, and innovation.

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Editor-in-Chief

Name: Derya A. Briand, MLaw, LLM
Affiliation: ISBM Business School, Lucerne, Switzerland
Role: Provides strategic editorial direction, ensures peer review integrity, and upholds the journal’s quality and ethical standards.

 

International Editorial Board

The U7Y International Editorial Board consists of scholars and professionals from diverse academic and institutional backgrounds. Members contribute their expertise in areas such as management, social sciences, education policy, and international development. The board supports the journal’s mission to promote research integrity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based scholarship across global contexts.

• Ali Mohamed – Associate Editor | ISB Institute, Dubai, UAE

Ali Mohamed represents the ISB Institute in Dubai. His academic interests include Business Management and Vocational Education, with particular attention to professional learning systems and applied business studies within regional educational frameworks.

• Nastia Ivanova – Editorial Board Member | SIU University, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Based at SIU University in Bishkek, Nastia Ivanova focuses on Social Sciences and International Relations. Her work contributes to advancing cross-cultural research and promoting cooperation among institutions in Central Asia and beyond.

• Maria Rodríguez – Advisory Board Member | ECLBS Council, Riga, Latvia

Maria Rodríguez is affiliated with the ECLBS Council in Riga. Her expertise lies in Higher Education Policy and Quality Assurance, with an emphasis on accreditation processes and institutional development in the European higher education area.

• Khaled Elawat – Advisory Board Member | OUS Academy, London, UK

Khaled Elawat represents OUS Academy London, where his professional background focuses on Vocational Education Policy and Quality Assurance. His work involves the development of structured frameworks for applied and technical education.

• Ahmad Youssef – VBNN Smart Education Group, Ajman, UAE

Ahmad Youssef is affiliated with the VBNN Smart Education Group, contributing to research and initiatives in digital education, institutional innovation, and educational technology. His focus includes smart-learning ecosystems and organizational integration.

• Miguel Rodríguez – AAHES Autonomous Academy of Higher Education, Zurich, Switzerland

Miguel Rodríguez represents the AAHES Autonomous Academy of Higher Education in Zurich. His academic focus is on higher education governance, institutional autonomy, and innovation in academic management.

• Asaad Nassif – PINO College, Zurich, Switzerland

Asaad Nassif is affiliated with PINO College in Zurich, which specializes in inspection, certification, and quality management education. He supports the application of standardized quality principles in educational contexts.

• Nursultan Sadykov – Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute (KUIPI), Kyrgyzstan

Nursultan Sadykov represents the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute (KUIPI). His work centers on teacher education, pedagogy, and regional academic cooperation across Central Asian institutions.

• Dace Bērziņa – Amber Academy, Riga, Latvia

Dace Bērziņa is affiliated with Amber Academy Riga, focusing on digital education, student mobility, and regional higher education policy. Her interests include the modernization of academic systems in the Baltic region.

• Luis López – OUS International Academy in Switzerland®

Luis López represents the OUS International Academy in Switzerland, with academic specialization in distance learning and executive business education. He supports the development of flexible learning models and professional education programs.

• Hans Meier – SDBS Swiss Distance Business School®

Hans Meier is affiliated with SDBS Swiss Distance Business School, where he focuses on online and blended education in business management. His research interests include digital pedagogy and continuous professional development.

• Vladislava Smirnova – SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School®

Vladislava Smirnova represents the SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School, specializing in hospitality and tourism management education. Her work addresses the integration of practical experience with digital learning environments.

• Svetlana Lebedeva – YJD Global Center for Diplomacy®

Svetlana Lebedeva is affiliated with the YJD Global Center for Diplomacy, where she contributes to research in international relations, diplomacy, and global governance. Her academic interests include intercultural communication and leadership studies.

 

​Managing Editors

• Prof. Dr. George Iatridis

• ​Prof. Dr. Abdiev Murat Zhuratovich

• Prof. Dr. Bachioua Lahcene

• Dr. Mohamed Diab

• Dr. Reda Farouk Hafez Said

• Prof. Dr. Naser Al Ali

• Dr. Gassem Zoor

• Prof. Dr. Nassar Amal

• Dr. Eman Ibrahim

• Dr. Mona Abdelmotaleb

• Dr. Mutrik Al Qahtani

• Dr. Mohammed Elsabbagh

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The Editorial Board reflects U7Y’s mission of being a truly global platform for scholarship, uniting voices from different regions and traditions. By combining expertise in business management, vocational training, social sciences, international relations, and higher education policy, the journal ensures a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to academic publishing.

While rooted in innovative and emerging institutions, U7Y remains committed to expanding its board with researchers from diverse disciplines and long-established universities worldwide, further strengthening its credibility and reach.