Leadership
The Founding of Eman Research
Eman Research Academic was founded in 2017 in Canberra, Australia by Dr. Md. Shamsuddin Sultan Khan, with the academic support of Dr. Amin Malik Shah Abdul Majid at the John Curtin School of Medical Research, part of the Australian National University.
The goal was clear from the beginning:
To create a scholarly publishing environment where authors, reviewers, and editors work together to strengthen research rather than simply judge it.
From its founding in Australia, ERA began building journals, editorial networks, and research communication platforms that emphasized constructive peer review, transparency, and accessibility.
Between 2017 and 2023, ERA operated from Australia and expanded its publishing initiatives across multiple scientific disciplines.
To further strengthen global collaboration and increase international visibility, the organization later transitioned its legal operations to the United States.
Today, ERA operates under Eman Research Publishing LLC, registered in the State of Wyoming, USA.
Leadership and Contributors
Dr. Shamsuddin (Left), Dr. Amin Malik Shah, Dr. Gerald Muanch, Dr. Chung Guang Li (Right) in the univeristy supervisory meeting for scientific project and publications in Australia (2017).
Dr. Shamsuddin (Left), and Dr. Chris Cazzonelli (Right) in Western Sydney Univeristy, Australia (2017).
Corporate Governance & Ownership
Eman Research Publishing LLC (the publisher of record for Eman Research Academic and its journals, including Integrative Biomedical Research) is a privately held, single-member limited liability company registered in the State of Wyoming, USA (EIN 36-5088645, Registered Office: 30 N Gould St, Ste R, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA).
Corporate Officers:
Dr. Md. Shamsuddin Sultan Khan — Executive Director & Sole Owner, Eman Research Publishing LLC
Dr. Khan is the founder and sole legal owner of Eman Research Publishing LLC, holding full signing authority and ultimate executive responsibility for the company's operations, strategic direction, and editorial governance. He founded Eman Research Academic in 2017 in Canberra, Australia, and led its transition to U.S. registration in 2023.
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Rafath-E-Rouf — Director, Eman Research Publishing LLC
Rafath-E-Rouf serves as Director, overseeing business strategy, commercialization, and day-to-day administrative operations of the company, and is the designated signatory for official correspondence including publisher communications with indexing and standards bodies (e.g., DOAJ, ISSN centers).
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ERA was founded by Dr. Md. Shamsuddin Sultan Khan, researcher and academic entrepreneur committed to improving scholarly communication.
Academic Founders & Advisory Contributors
(distinct from corporate officers above — these individuals have supported ERA's academic positioning, editorial networks, and research community since its founding, but do not hold executive or ownership roles in Eman Research Publishing LLC)
Dr. Gerald Muench - Linkedin
Provided leadership in translational research strategy and international academic collaboration, strengthening ERA’s multidisciplinary research integration.
Dr. Chung Gunag Li - Linkedin
Contributed to scientific innovation and cross-border research partnerships, particularly in advancing biomedical and integrative health research initiatives.
Dr. Chris Cazzonelli - Linkedin
Supported research development and institutional collaboration, contributing to ERA’s academic outreach and research network expansion.
Dr. Amin Malik Shah Abdul Majid - Linkedin
Co-founding academic supporter who played a pivotal role in establishing ERA’s early research foundation and academic presence in Australia.
Dr. Aman Shah - Linkedin
Contributed to research planning and collaborative initiatives, supporting interdisciplinary academic development and knowledge exchange.
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Led editorial coordination and operational development, ensuring quality control, workflow efficiency, and publication management systems.
Rafath E - Linkedin
Directed business strategy and commercialization efforts, transforming ERA from a conceptual initiative into a sustainable academic publishing enterprise.
Dr. Mohammed Khadeer Ahamed Basheer - Linkedin
Contributed to advanced academic collaboration and research support, enhancing ERA’s scholarly engagement and international research connectivity.