LSST Wembley Academic Secures International Editorial and Reviewer Appointments Following High-Impact Research
By Kunal Chan Mehta | Article Date: 1 September 2026
Dr Fuad Trayek, a prominent academic at LSST Wembley, has achieved significant international recognition following a landmark year of published research spanning educational leadership, digital citizenship and cultural diplomacy.
Dr Trayek has also been appointed to the Editorial Board for the Journal of Educational Sciences (Al-Asmarya Islamic University, Libya). This prestigious editorial appointment accompanies a formal Certificate of Appreciation awarded to Dr Trayek for his peer-review contributions to the Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies in Education.
These academic appointments cap an exceptionally productive year at LSST during which Dr Trayek published three major peer-reviewed papers advancing critical debates in modern higher education:
- Cultural Diplomacy through Museums: An Analysis of the Role of Sheikh Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi in Promoting Intercultural Dialogue through History, Culture, and Tourism Link: https://ejournal.um.edu.my/index.php/JAT/article/view/69201
- Integrating Visionary Leadership and Islamic Strategic Planning: A Conceptual Framework for Sustainable Competitive Advantage in Educational Institutions Link: https://sare.um.edu.my/index.php/JIER/article/view/68846
- Digital Citizenship Among Undergraduate Students in Serbia: Ethical Practices and Gender Differences Link: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/11398276
Dr Trayek’s research momentum continues with two upcoming papers entering final review for elite and internationally recognised journals. His published work has achieved significant global reach – accumulating over 245 citations from fellow academics worldwide and demonstrating a consistent track record of high-impact scholarship across multiple studies.
Mr Ali Jafar Zaidi, CEO of LSST, said:
“Dr Trayek’s editorial appointment and outstanding research record represent a significant milestone for LSST Wembley. His research exemplifies the academic rigour driving our campuses and demonstrates how our educators actively contribute to global academic discourse.”
Professor Paul McDermott, Principal of LSST, added
“Having our teaching staff directly involved in peer-reviewed scholarship and international journal boards ensures our academic portfolio remains strong. This active research culture directly enriches the educational experience for our students and supports our approach of research informed delivery.”
Mohammad Haider, Academic Dean at LSST Wembley, said:
“We are extremely proud of Dr Trayek’s achievements. His international appointments and published papers underscore the growing research momentum at LSST Wembley that bridges critical insights in leadership and digital ethics directly with our campus community.”
Dr Fuad Trayek, said:
“Engaging with international journals and presenting research on global platforms like IDSS in Valencia provides a vital exchange of ideas. I look forward to contributing these insights to LSST’s research profile and collaborating on future institutional research initiatives.”
Dr Maryam Idris-Usman, LSST Research Centre Coordinator, added:
“Dr Fuad’s scholarly contributions highlight the vital connection between academic research and institutional growth. His work on digital citizenship and educational leadership offers valuable frameworks for navigating complex modern learning environments.”
Reference
LSST News (2025). LSST Wembley Researcher Helps Uncover Hidden Crisis in War-Torn Syria’s Higher Education Systems. London School of Science & Technology. Available at: https://www.lsst.ac/news/lsst-wembley-researcher-helps-uncover-hidden-crisis-in-war-torn-syrias-higher-education-systems/ [Accessed: 26 August 2026].
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