Research Title: Modular control of discrete event system for modelling and mitigating power system cascading failures

Author: Wasseem Hani Al Rousan, Published Year: 2026

SYSTEMS SCIENCE AND CONTROL ENGINEERING, 14

Faculty: Engineering and Technology

Abstract: Cascading failures in power systems, triggered by the sequential tripping of system components, pose a serious threat, as they can result in partial or complete system shutdowns, disrupting critical services and potentially causing significant economic damage and life-threatening consequences. In prior work, we developed a new approach for identifying and preventing cascading failures in power systems. The approach uses supervisory control technique of discrete event systems (DES) by incorporating both on-line lookahead control and forcible events. In this paper, we use modular supervisory control of DES to reduce computation complexity and increase the robustness and reliability of control. Modular supervisory control allows us to predict and mitigate cascading failures in power systems effectively. We implemented the proposed control technique on a simulation platform developed in MATLAB and applied the proposed DES controller. The calculations of modular supervisory control of DES are performed using an external tool and imported into the MATLAB platform. We conduct simulation studies for the IEEE 30-bus, 118-bus and 300-bus systems and the results demonstrate the effectiveness of our proposed approach.

Keywords: Discrete event systems; hybrid systems; supervisory control; modular control; on-line control; power systems; cascading failures

Research Title: Nanotechnology-Driven Innovations in Food Flavor and Texture: Mechanistic Insights

Author: Suhad Mohammad Shaker Odeh Abu odeh, Published Year: 2026

International Journal of Agriculture and Biosciences, 15(5)

Faculty: Allied Medical Sciences

Abstract: Nanotechnology has emerged as a transformative tool in modern food design, enabling control of flavor stability, release kinetics, and texture performance through nanoscale structural engineering. This review summarizes recent developments in nanoemulsions, nanoliposomes, nanogels, and nanocomposites, in the context of mechanistic structure-function relationships. A hierarchical nano-sensory structure–function paradigm is proposed that relates nanostructure parameters (particle size, interfacial composition, zeta potential, crystallinity, and diffusivity) to physicochemical behavior, oral processing behavior, and sensory perception. The review provides in-depth insight into how thermodynamic partitioning, diffusion control, and interfacial barrier characteristics affect flavor stabilization and texture modification through nanoscale regulation of rheology, tribology, and structural dissolution.

Keywords: Nanotechnology, Flavor, Texture, Nanoencapsulation, Nanoemulsion, Food nanomaterials.

Research Title: Global, regional, and national prevalence of second-hand smoke and attributable disease burden in 204 countries and territories, 1990–2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023

Author: Ahmad Mohammad Hassan Al-bashaireh, Published Year: 2026

The Lancet Global Health, 11 (10)

Faculty: Nursing

Abstract: Background Second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure remains a major source of morbidity and mortality among non-smokers. This study presents the first dedicated Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) publication to systematically quantify SHS prevalence and evaluate its effect as a global risk factor across a broader range of outcomes. Methods Using the GBD 2023 comparative risk assessment framework, we estimated SHS exposure prevalence and attributable disease burden across 204 countries and territories from 1990 to 2023, stratified by age and sex. Exposure estimates were derived by synthesising population-based surveys and household composition data through spatiotemporal Gaussian process regression. Relative risks for nine health outcomes, now including asthma, were estimated using the Burden of Proof methodology, and applied to calculate attributable deaths and disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs). Findings In 2023, an estimated 2·71 billion (95% UI 2·44–3·02) people worldwide were exposed to SHS, including 767 million (687–858) children aged 0–14 years. Age-standardised prevalence was highest in southeast Asia, east Asia, and Oceania (48·4% [44·0–53·4]), with female individuals in some countries experiencing nearly 1·8 times the exposure prevalence of male individuals. Despite a 22·2% (10·6–32·4) decline in global age-standardised prevalence since 1990, this progress has not been sufficient to reduce the absolute number of exposed individuals, which has remained stable globally and has risen sharply in sub-Saharan Africa (98·5% [62·0–144·4] increase) and North Africa and the Middle East (72·1% [47·8–101·8] increase). In 2023, SHS exposure accounted for 1·66 million (1·33–2·07) deaths and 44·8 million (35·8–54·3) DALYs globally. Ischaemic heart disease was the leading contributor to SHS-attributable DALYs (12·0 million [9·31–15·2]) overall, while lower respiratory infections predominated among children (5·16 million [3·48–7·12]). Interpretation We estimated that SHS remains a substantial driver of global health loss, particularly through cardiovascular and paediatric respiratory diseases. Persistent geographical disparities and growing absolute numbers of exposed individuals in several regions underscore the urgent need for accelerated implementation and enforcement of comprehensive tobacco control measures, particularly to protect women and children in both public and domestic environments.

Keywords: Global, regional, national prevalence, second-hand smoke, systematic analysis, Global Burden of Disease Study 2023

Research Title: FinTech and FinTech Ecosystem: A Case of Jordan- based SWOT Analysis

Author: OMAR MOHAMMAD ABAD AL-KASASBEH, Published Year: 2024

Review of Economics and Finance, 21

Faculty: Business

Abstract: The modern economy has a lot of new wheels which turn the fortune of the contemporary era. Financial technology is no doubt one of those. The new cashless economy is based on these digital financial services. Jordan is transitioning into a dynamic ecosystem offering Fintech start-ups a platform to grow. Fintech in Jordan is pursuing multiple targets. The traditionally cash-driven Jordanian economy has responded well to the Fintech opportunity, primarily triggered by a surge in e-commerce, and Smartphone penetration. However, Jordan’s growth is still not comparable in scale to its global counterparts but is stacked well, due to a strong talent pipeline in the tech work force. The study on Jordan's FinTech sector was based on the strengths, flaws, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) framework. Hence, adopting an exploratory approach, based on an in-depth literature review, the chapter aims to identify the challenges and deliberate on the outlook for Fintech in Jordan.

Keywords: Banking, Fintech, financial inclusion, financial crisis.

Research Title: Analyzing the Banking Sector-Fintech Companies Nexus in Jordan

Author: OMAR MOHAMMAD ABAD AL-KASASBEH, Published Year: 2024

WSEAS Transactions on Business and Economics, 21

Faculty: Business

Abstract: This paper presents an analytical framework that describes the nexus between the banking sector and financial technology (fintech) companies. It explains existing trends, and by collaborating with banks, the importance of fintech companies grows daily. It examines the choices that established banks will have to explore to mitigate the profitability threat. At the onset of the fintech era, many analysts discussed its disruptive potential for the financial sector. However, we expect more future debates regarding collaboration between fintech businesses and banks. The other point that is significantly essential to debate about is financial inclusion. We pick Jordan as a case study since the local fintech sector is expanding, and it acts as a gateway for the broader MENA region. First and foremost, we attempt to assess the scientific literature that examines the major components of the fintech sector. The second section of the paper discusses the evolution of the sector and the critical aspects of the methodology employed, including statistical analyses. Our findings indicated that it is preferable to rely on qualitative assessment when valuing the relationship between banking and fintech because statistical analysis might produce inconsistent and incorrect conclusions. In Jordan, we discovered that both sectors interact with one another. The study offers scientific recommendations for the banking sector and fintech companies.

Keywords: Banking Sector, Central Bank, Fintech Companies, Financial inclusion, Jordan, Spearman

Research Title: Public value of using fintech services’ mobile applications: Citizens’ perspective in a Jordan setting

Author: OMAR MOHAMMAD ABAD AL-KASASBEH, Published Year: 2024

Uncertain Supply Chain Management , 12

Faculty: Business

Abstract: Measuring the performance of Fintech services on mobile apps (FSMA) is considered a major keyto sustain, develop, and improve financial serv ices and their processes, depending on users’standpoints on digital platforms. Public value aims at enhancing the performance of governmentinstitutions services. Throughout the current research, authors have suggested a novel way toevaluate the performance and management of FSMA by theorizing a new conceptual frameworkentitled Public Value of Fintech Services’ Mobile Apps (PV-FSMA). A quantitative approach waschosen to measure several factors influencing the use of FSMA and evaluate the degree of publicvalue of FSMA among Jordanians. The structural equation model was conducted based on theresults of the PV-FSMA model hypotheses. The results confirmed that FSMA-intention to use(FSMA-ITU) and its predictors: FSMA-usefulness (FSMA-US), FSMA-awareness (FSMA-AR),FSMA-security (FSMA-SE), FSMA-social influence (FSMA-IS), and FSMA-system quality(FSMA-SQ) except FSMA-ease of use (FSMA-ES) are valuable determinants of PV-FSMA. Thearticle presents theoretical implications regarding financial services and public value theories andpractical implications regarding public institution leaders, managers, and information technologyspecialists in the Fintech domain to improve the quality and performance of FSMA in Jordan.

Keywords: Fintech, Mobile app, Public value, Public institutions, Jordan

Research Title: Nexus among green marketing practice, leadership commitment, environmental consciousness, and environmental performance in Jordanian pharmaceutical sector

Author: OMAR MOHAMMAD ABAD AL-KASASBEH, Published Year: 2024

Cogent Business & Management , 11

Faculty: Business

Abstract: This research paper aims to investigate the correlation between green marketing practices, leadership commitment, environmental consciousness, and environmental performance within the pharmaceutical sector in Jordan. By employing a quantitative research methodology, this study provides valuable insights into the interaction of variables through the collection of empirical data from 11 pharmaceutical companies. Through an online survey, we obtained 287 responses by employing a random sampling technique. The utilization of SPSS and AMOS demonstrates a notable level of efficacy in the context of conducting analytical investigations. The findings of the study provide empirical evidence in favor of the proposed hypotheses, indicating that the implementation of green marketing significantly influences a company’s level of environmental consciousness, therefore affecting its environmental performance. Furthermore, the study provides valuable insights into the moderating impact of leadership commitment and the mediating role of environmental consciousness in this association. The research presents a novel perspective by directing its attention towards the Jordanian pharmaceutical sector, a domain that has hitherto received limited scholarly scrutiny. It elucidates the complex interconnections among the examined variables, imparting a nuanced comprehension imperative for successfully propelling sustainability endeavors. Through a comprehensive examination of the interplay between leadership and marketing practices, this research contributes to the understanding of how organizations can optimize their sustainability efforts by fostering environmental consciousness and improving performance. By delineating the specific roles that leadership and marketing play in this context, this study offers valuable insights that can inform strategic decision-making and enhance the effectiveness of sustainability practices within organizations.

Keywords: green marketing practice, leadership commitment, environmental consciousness, environmental performance, Jordanian pharmaceutical sector

Research Title: The mediating and moderating effects of top management support on the cloud ERP implementation–financial performance relationship

Author: OMAR MOHAMMAD ABAD AL-KASASBEH, Published Year: 2022

Sustainability, 14

Faculty: Business

Abstract: Cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) is one of the most sought-after information technology (IT) solutions for improving business performance due to its affordability, scalability, and pay-per-use subscription model. The impact of cloud ERP implementation on business performance, on the other hand, remains inconclusive. Additionally, an important factor that transverses all organizational processes, including IT implementation, is top management support (TMS). However, the TMS’s role in the latter stage (business value realization) of cloud ERP implementation is unclear. The purpose of this paper is to examine the mediating and moderating impacts of top management support (TMS) on the relationship between cloud ERP implementation and financial performance. A total of 204 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia were surveyed, and data analysis was conducted using partial least square structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM). The results demonstrate that TMS plays a partial mediating role in the relationship between cloud ERP implementation and financial performance and that this relationship is significantly stronger in SMEs with low TMS levels. As a result, it is concluded that top management should provide the required support following successful cloud ERP implementation in order to achieve positive financial results. However, such support must be adjusted in order to avoid the deterioration of the firm’s financial performance.

Keywords: cloud ERP implementation; financial performance; top management support; mediate; moderate; SMEs

Research Title: The impact of fiscal policy and trade liberalization on economic growth: evidence from structural breaks for Jordan

Author: OMAR MOHAMMAD ABAD AL-KASASBEH, Published Year: 2022

International Journal of Professional Business Review, 7

Faculty: Business

Abstract: Purpose: The main purpose of this study is to examine the impact of fiscal policy and trade liberalization on Jordan's economic growth. Design/methodology/approach: The study used Augmented Dicky Fuller unit root tests and Kapetanios unit root tests with structural breaks for the empirical investigation. Findings: Government spending and taxation have a favourable influence on economic growth, according to the simulation results. Public debt has a negative but negligible effect on economic growth. Economic growth is significantly influenced by trade liberalisation. Research implications: The consequence is the proportion of spending on infrastructure and human resources should be increased by taxes financing rather than foreign loans. Improving the competitiveness of domestic industries is necessary for free trade to have a positive effect. Originality/value: This study is innovative due to the absence of research that addresses Fiscal Policy, Trade Openness and economic growth with the structural break in Jordan.

Keywords: ARDL, Kapetanios Test, Trade Liberalisation, Structural Breaks

Research Title: The Nexus between renewable energy consumption and economic growth: Empirical evidence from Jordan

Author: OMAR MOHAMMAD ABAD AL-KASASBEH, Published Year: 2023

International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 13

Faculty: Business

Abstract: Existing literature on the relationship between renewable energy and economic growth yields mixed outcomes, since the impact of renewable energy consumption on economic growth can be negative, positive or insignificant. Using the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) method, this paper examines the nexus between renewable energy and economic growth in Jordan from 2000 to 2020, utilizing renewable electricity output (REO), renewable energy consumption (REC), and gross domestic product (GDP). Utilizing the Dickey–Fuller (ADF) and Philips–Perron (PP) unit root tests, the levels or differences of the stationary variables were explored. The statistically robust findings reveal that renewable energy usage has a substantial positive economic effects. The results indicate that stakeholders (including energy planners, governments, and private sector organizations) must collaborate to increase investment in renewable energy to secure long-term economic growth.

Keywords: ARDL; Climate; Economic Growth; greenhouse gas