Fani Efthymiadou | Women empowerment | Best Researcher Award

Dr.Fani Efthymiadou | Women empowerment | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Fani Efthymiadou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tourism Administration at Bogazici University, Turkey. She earned her Ph.D. in Hotel & Tourism Management from Cyprus University of Technology, focusing on women empowerment among Airbnb hosts. Her academic interests include peer-to-peer accommodation and tourism sustainability. Dr. Efthymiadou has taught at various institutions, including Cyprus University of Technology and GSBS Business School. She has published extensively in journals like Tourism Review and Journal of Sustainable Tourism. Her industry experience includes management roles in hospitality and marketing. She is also involved in organizing academic conferences and reviews for prestigious journals.

 

Publication Profile

Scholar

Research for Best Researcher Award

Strengths for the Award šŸŒŸ

  1. Innovative Research Focus: Dr. Fani Efthymiadou’s research addresses contemporary issues in tourism, particularly women’s empowerment within the Airbnb context. Her work on female Airbnb hosts and peer-to-peer accommodation reflects a forward-thinking approach to tourism management and gender studies.
  2. Strong Publication Record: Dr. Efthymiadou has an impressive array of publications, including high-impact journal articles in Tourism Review and the Journal of Sustainable Tourism. Her contributions to book chapters and conference proceedings further showcase her extensive research output.
  3. Professional and Academic Experience: With a solid academic background and diverse teaching roles, including positions at Bogazici University and the Cyprus University of Technology, she brings a wealth of experience to her research. Her industry experience as a manager and marketing assistant adds practical insights to her academic work.
  4. Grants and Awards: She has received grants and awards, such as the project grant from ‘Sharing to Caring’ and a best paper hackathon proposal award, highlighting recognition from the academic community for her contributions.
  5. Active Engagement: Dr. Efthymiadou is actively involved in academic service and volunteering, including organizing research symposiums and participating in accreditation processes, demonstrating her commitment to advancing the field.

Areas for Improvement āš™ļø

  1. Broader Impact and Citations: While her publications are substantial, increasing citations and broader impact could strengthen her profile. Engaging in collaborative projects or expanding her research into new areas might help achieve this.
  2. Diversification of Research Topics: Focusing more on a variety of topics within tourism management could enhance her research’s applicability and relevance to different contexts and audiences.
  3. Increased Industry Collaboration: Further collaboration with industry partners could provide additional practical insights and enhance the applicability of her research findings.
  4. Expansion of Research Networks: Strengthening networks with international researchers and institutions could lead to more collaborative projects and enhance her research visibility globally.

 

Educational Background

Ph.D. in Hotel & Tourism Management (2019-2023) Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus Dissertation: Women Empowerment in Airbnb Context. Perspectives of Female Airbnb Hosts Supervisor: Dr. Anna Farmaki. Master in Business Economics (2017-2019) University of Cyprus, Cyprus. Bachelor in Economics (2009-2014) University of Ioannina, Greece

Professional Appointments

Assistant Professor (2024ā€“Present) Department of Tourism Administration, Bogazici University, Turkiye Courses: Alternative Tourism Forms, Tourism Safety and Security Management. Teaching Assistant (2019-2023) Cyprus University of Technology Course: Tourism Destination Development. Part-time Lecturer (2022) GSBS Business School, Switzerland Course: International Hospitality and Tourism Management. External Researcher (2022) Elstat. Program Supervisor (2019-2022) Hotel and Tourism Management, Mesoyios College, Cyprus Courses: Marketing and Management, Entrepreneurship, Introduction to Tourism. Part-time Lecturer (2020) Internappa College, Cyprus Courses: Marketing and Management, Entrepreneurship. Research Assistant (2017-2018) Research Economic Centre, University of Cyprus, Cyprus

Publications:

  • Impacts of Covid-19 on peer-to-peer accommodation platforms: Host perceptions and responses
    • Journal: International Journal of Hospitality Management
    • Publication Date: 2020
    • DOI: Not provided
    • Citations: 203

 

  • Women empowerment in tourism: progressing the research agenda
    • Journal: Tourism Review
    • Publication Date: 2023
    • DOI: Not provided
    • Citations: 6

 

  • Women empowerment in peer-to-peer accommodation settings: perspectives of female Airbnb hosts
    • Journal: Journal of Sustainable Tourism
    • Publication Date: 2024
    • DOI: Not provided
    • Citations: 1

 

  • Social Exchanges and Peer-to-peer Accommodation: Residentsā€™ Perceptions in a Neighbourhood Context
    • Book Chapter: Peer-to-peer Accommodation and Community Resilience: Implications for Tourism
    • Publication Date: 2022
    • DOI: Not provided
    • Citations: 1

 

  • Female Airbnb hostsā€™ empowerment and effects on quality of life
    • Journal: Anatolia
    • Publication Date: 2024
    • DOI: Not provided
    • Citations: Not available

 

Conclusion šŸ†

Dr. Fani Efthymiadou is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to her innovative research, strong publication record, and active academic and professional engagement. Her work on women’s empowerment in tourism and peer-to-peer accommodation is particularly noteworthy and aligns well with current trends in the field. Addressing areas for improvement, such as expanding research impact and diversifying topics, could further bolster her candidacy. Overall, her contributions and achievements make her a deserving nominee for the award.

 

Itishree Pattnaik | Agriculture, Gender, migration, food security, rural development

Itishree Pattnaik – Leading Researcher in Agriculture, Gender, migration, food security, rural development

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«Assoc Prof Dr. Itishree Pattnaik an Dr at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore India and Research, Department of Immunology and Microbiology , stands as a distinguished Academician/Research Scholar in the domain of India. Holding aĀ  Ph.D on CAgriculture, Gender, migration, food security, rural development. Their professional journey exemplifies dedication and expertise. šŸ“š

šŸŽ“Education:

She completed her Ph.D. in Economics in 2009 from the University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, with a thesis titled “Comparative Performance of Agricultural Sector in Andhra Pradesh and Orissa,” under the guidance of Prof. R. Vijay. Prior to her doctoral studies, she pursued M.Phil. in Economics from the same university in 2004, achieving a commendable 65%, with a thesis on “Trends in Investment in R&D in Indian Agriculture,” supervised by Prof. D. Narshima Reddy. Her academic journey began with a Master of Arts in Economics in 2002, where she secured first class with a 66% distinction from the University of Hyderabad. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Economics, also with first class honors and a 66% distinction, from Ramadevi Womenā€™s Collage, Utkal University, Odisha, in 2000. Furthermore, her educational foundation includes Higher Secondary studies in Economics, Mathematics, Logic, and Psychology, where she achieved first class with a 66% distinction in 1997, followed by a Secondary School certification with first class honors and a 69% distinction in 1995 from the Council of Higher Secondary Education and the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha, respectively.

šŸŒ Professional Profiles:

Academic Award:Ā 

  • Honorable Mention, 2023 Bina Agarwal Prize for Young Scholars, International Society of Ecological Economics. Boston, USA.
  • Best Paper Award, at the 60th Labour Economics Conference, organised by Indian Society of Labour Economics, held at Indira Gandhi Institute of Development research, Mumbai, 19th December ā€“ 21st December. 2018.

Members in Committees:

  • Life Member, Indian Society of Labour Economics (ISLE), India, since 2018.
  • Member in Association of Academics for Social Justice (AASJ) (during 2023-24)
  • Member in Indian Association of Social Science Institutions (IASSI) (during 2018-19 and 2023-24)
  • Member in Indian Association of Women Studies (IAWS) (during 2019-20).
  • Members of the ā€˜AdvisoryĀ committee – Networking and Advocacyā€™, Working Group for Women and Land Ownership (WGWLO), Ahmedabad (2018-2019).
  • Coordinator of GIDR-Working Paper Series (2019-2023)

Publications:

  • Pattnaik Itishree and Kuntala Lihiri-Dutt (2023), Feminization of Hunger inĀ ClimateĀ Change: Linking Rural Womenā€™s HealthĀ andĀ Wellbeing in India, ClimateĀ andĀ Development, TaylorĀ &Ā Francis Group. Published online December 13th 2023
  • Itishree Pattnaik (2022), Womenā€™s Labour Contribution and Decision Making Power: Evidence from Gujarat, Anvesak. December. 52(2):33-48. ISSN 0378-4568. UGC Care list I.
  • Kuntala Lahiri-Dutt and Itishree Pattnaik (2022), Women-headed Households in Agriculture: Report from West Bengal, India, Ecology, Economy and Societyā€“the INSEE Journal 5 (1): 223-229. ISSN No.Ā 2581-6101. SCOPUS
  • Amita Shah, Kuntala Lahiri-Dutt and Itishree Pattnaik (2022), Womenā€™s Role in Agriculture and Food Security: Learnings from Gujarat and West Bengal. Ecology, Economy and Societyā€“the INSEE Journal, 5 (1): 89-107. ISSN number:2581-6101. SCOPUS
  • Pattnaik Itishree and Kuntala Lihiri-Dutt (2022), Do Women Like to Farm? Evidence of Growing Burdens of Farming on Women in Rural India. TheĀ JournalĀ ofĀ PeasantĀ Studies, 49 (3): 629-651. DOI: 10.1080/03066150.2020.1867540. ISBN Number: 03066150, 17439361. SCOPUS
  • Pattnaik Itishree (2020), Agricultural Performance in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh: An Enquiry into the Patterns Processes and Impacts. Orissa Economic Journal, 52 (2) 57-83. Published on January 2021. ISSNĀ No. 0976-5409. UGC Care list I.
  • Amita Shah and Itishree Pattnaik (2021), ā€˜Pattern and Dynamics of the Rural Non-farm Economy: A Case Study of Gujaratā€™.Ā Journal of Social and Economic Development. June, 23(1), 48-70. ISBN No. 0973-886X. ABDC list
  • Pattnaik Itishree, and Kuntala Lihiri-Dutt (2020), ā€˜What Determines Women’s Agricultural Participation? A Comparative Study of Landholding Households in Rural Indiaā€™ Journal of Rural Studies 76 (2020) 25ā€“39. ISSN No. 0743-0167. SCOPUS
  • Pattnaik Itishree, Kuntala Lahiri-Dutt, Stewart Lockie and Bill Prichard (2018), ā€˜The Feminization of Agriculture or the Feminization of Agrarian Distress? Tracking the Trajectory of Women in Agriculture in Indiaā€™, Journal of Asia Pacific Economy, 23 (1), 138-155. ISBN No. 13547860, 14699648. SCOPUS
  • Pattnaik Itishree and Amita Shah (2015), ā€˜Trends and Decomposition of Agricultural Growth and Crop Output in Gujarat: Recent Evidenceā€™, Indian Journal of Agricultural Economics, 70 (2), 182-193. ISBN No. SCOPUS
  • Pattnaik Itishree (2015), ā€˜Structural Break and Phases in Agricultural Sector: An Analysis of Bihar and Odishaā€™, Journal of Regional Development and Planning, 3(2), 35-54. ISBN No. ā€Ž Peer Reviewed.