Thomas Adino | Political Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr.Thomas Adino | Political Science | Best Researcher Award

A PhD candidate at Addis Ababa University, Woldia University

Thomas Adino is a Lecturer in the Department of Political Science and International Relations at Woldia University, Ethiopia, and a Ph.D. candidate in African Studies at Addis Ababa University. With a strong academic background in Philosophy, Law, and Gender Studies, he has dedicated his career to teaching, research, and community service. His work focuses on political philosophy, governance, Pan-Africanism, and development. He has published extensively in Scopus-indexed journals and serves as a reviewer for renowned academic publishers. Beyond academia, he is passionate about critical thinking, historical explorations, and social justice advocacy.

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Scholar

🎓 Education

Ph.D. Candidate (African Studies) – Addis Ababa University (2018–Present) M.A. in Philosophy – Addis Ababa University (2010–2013) B.A. in Philosophy – Addis Ababa University (2003–2006) LL.B. (Local Law Bachelor) – Bahir Dar University (2009–2015) Higher Diploma Program (HDP) – Debre Markos University (2013–2014) International Certificate in Gender, Development, and Planning – NIESBUD, India (2016)

💼 Experience

Lecturer (Political Science & IR) – Woldia University (2015–Present) Lecturer (Civic & Ethical Studies) – Debre Markos University (2009–2015) Lecturer – Debre Markos College of Teachers’ Education (2008–2009) Civic & Ethical Education Teacher – Woldia Preparatory School (2006–2008)  Lecturer (Logic & Critical Thinking) – Addis Ababa University (2019–Present) Department Chairman – Woldia & Debre Markos Universities Vice Dean (Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities) – Woldia University (2017–2018)

🏆 Awards & Honors

Member of Reviewers’ Board – Athens Journal of Philosophy (2022–Present) Member of Reviewers’ Board – Taylor and Francis Group (2020–Present) Member of Reviewers’ Board – Sage Publications (2021–Present) Driving License (Valid till 2025)

🔬 Research Focus

Ubuntu Philosophy – Identity-based conflict resolution in Africa Pan-Africanism – Quest for supra-state formation & authentic development World Bank Policies – Critical analysis of SAPs & poverty reduction in Africa Western Political Philosophy – Successes & failures in Ethiopia Governance & Development – African political institutions and transformation

✅ Conclusion

Thomas Adino is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his extensive academic career, interdisciplinary expertise, and contributions to critical African studies and political philosophy. Strengthening his international research impact and leadership in funded projects could further solidify his candidacy.

publication

  • Ubuntu: An Approach for Identity-Based Conflicts in Contemporary Africa

    • Author: TA Taye
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 6

  • Rethinking Pan-Africanism: The Quest for Supra-State Formation and Authentic Development in Africa

    • Author: TA Taye
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 4

  • The Success and Failure of Western Political Philosophy in Contemporary Ethiopia

    • Author: T Adino
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 1

  • A Critical Appraisal of the World Bank’s Structural Adjustment Programs and Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers in Africa

    • Author: TA Taye
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: Not available

  • China’s Growing Presence in the Horn of Africa Region Since 2000: An Integrating Partner?

    • Authors: T Adino, D Abebe
    • Year: 2025
    • Citations: Not available

CHRYSOULA TSIRMPA | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. CHRYSOULA TSIRMPA | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Education counselor for Preschool Education, University of Patras Greece

Dr. Chrysoula Tsirmpa is an accomplished academic and preschool education expert from Patras, Greece. She completed her PhD at the University of Patras, focusing on literacy practices and family involvement in preschool education. With over two decades of experience, she has served as a kindergarten teacher and currently works as an Education Counselor for Preschool Education in Achaia, Greece. Dr. Tsirmpa’s research emphasizes literacy, family engagement, and teacher training, contributing to international journals and collective volumes. Fluent in English, French, and Italian, she bridges cultures through her expertise in preschool education and literacy development.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

PhD (2017–2021): University of Patras; Dissertation on parental literacy beliefs and preschool-to-school transitions. Master’s (2008–2010): University Aix-Marseille 1, France; Focus on Greek as a Second Language in Preschool Education. Bachelor’s (1990–1994): Department of Preschool Education, University of Patras. Languages & ICT: Proficient in English (C2), French (C2), Italian (B2), and trained in ICT.

💼 Experience

Education Counselor: Since 2023, guiding preschool education in Achaia, Greece. Kindergarten Teacher: Over 20 years in Greek primary education, fostering early literacy. International Role (2006–2010): Educator in Marseille, France, teaching Greek Language in preschool settings.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Recognized for impactful research on literacy and parental involvement in education. Numerous contributions to international and Greek journals, highlighting innovative practices in preschool education. Esteemed publications in UNESCO-led volumes and leading academic journals.

🔬 Research Focus

Preschool literacy practices. Family literacy engagement . Teacher training and professional development. Cross-cultural approaches to emergent literacy

Conclusion

Dr. Tsirmpa’s extensive expertise in preschool literacy, her impactful publications, and her professional dedication position her as an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By addressing minor gaps, such as fostering broader interdisciplinary collaborations, she has the potential to further amplify her already significant influence in the field of early childhood education.

Publication Top Notes

  • ‘I would become an even better mother, a better person for the society’: Mothers’ needs and expectations for participation in a family literacy programme

 

  • Parents’ beliefs about the role of Kindergarten in literacy development
    • Published: International Journal about Parents in Education, 2023-08-28
    • DOI: 10.54195/ijpe.16410
    • Authors: Chrysoula Tsirmpa, Nektarios Stellakis

 

  • Beliefs of parents of preschool children about literacy: Facilitative and conventional approaches
    • Published: European Early Childhood Education Research Journal, 2021-07-04
    • DOI: 10.1080/1350293x.2021.1941169
    • Authors: Chrysoula Tsirmpa, Nektarios Stellakis, Konstantinos Lavidas

 

  • Parent Reading Belief Inventory: Adaptation and psychometric properties with a sample of Greek parents
    • Published: Educational Role of Language Journal, 2019-08-06
    • DOI: 10.36534/erlj.2019.01.13
    • Authors: Chrysoula Tsirmpa, Nektarios Stellakis, Konstantinos Lavidas

 

 

 

KATERINA SIDERI| POLITICAL SCIENCE| BEST RESEARCHER AWARD

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Dr. KATERINA SIDERI| POLITICAL SCIENCE| BEST RESEARCHER AWARD

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR at PANTEION UNIVERSITY ATHENS, Greece

Katerina Sideri is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, Athens, specializing in bioethics, intellectual property law, and regulation. She has held prestigious positions, including Marie Curie Fellow at the University of Gent, and Associate Research Fellow at the University of Oxford. With a robust academic career, she has organized numerous conferences and workshops on topics at the intersection of ethics, law, and medicine, particularly in relation to personalized medicine and intellectual property.

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🎓 Education

PhD in Law, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, UK (2003). LLM in International Economic Law, University of Warwick, UK (1998). LLB, University of Athens, Greece (1988-1993

💼 Experience

Assistant Professor, Panteion University, Athens, Greece (2020–present). Marie Curie Fellow, University of Gent, Belgium (2018–2020). Associate Research Fellow, University of Oxford, UK (2008–2013). Lecturer in IP Law, University of Exeter, UK (2003–2009). Research Fellow, University of Exeter, UK (2006–2009)

🏆 Awards and Honors

Organizer, ‘Responsible Innovation in Times of Crisis’ Conference, University of Athens/Panteion University/Onassis Foundation (2022). Chair, ‘Intellectual Property, Ethics, and the Market in the Era of Personalized Medicine’ Conference, University of Oxford (2017). Member, Organizing Committee, ‘Personalized Medicine, Ethics, and the Market’ Workshops, University of Oxford (2015–2018). Founding Member, TECHNIS research group (2013–present)

🔬 Research Focus

Katerina Sideri’s research focuses on bioethics, intellectual property law, and regulation, particularly in the fields of genomics, personalized medicine, and public health. Her work explores the ethical dimensions of medical and technological innovations, addressing issues such as patenting, public health, and the regulation of emerging technologies. She is committed to exploring the intersections between law, ethics, and innovation in modern healthcare.

Conclusion

Katerina Sideri’s distinguished academic career, marked by her extensive experience in political science, law, and bioethics, positions her as an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her significant contributions to research, coupled with her leadership in organizing academic events, underscore her dedication to advancing knowledge in her field. Sideri’s interdisciplinary approach, alongside her international collaboration, makes her a key figure in shaping future research in bioethics, intellectual property, and regulatory governance. She is poised to continue making significant strides in her field, and her work has the potential to influence both academic theory and policy.

Publications 📚

  1. Setting up a Technology Commercialization Office at a Non-Entrepreneurial University: An Insider’s Look at Practices and Culture
    Authors: K. Sideri, A. Panagopoulos
    Journal: The Journal of Technology Transfer
    Year: 2018 | Volume: 43, Pages: 953-965 | Citations: 28

 

  1. Incentivizing the Sharing of Healthcare Data in the AI Era
    Authors: A. Panagopoulos, T. Minssen, K. Sideri, H. Yu, M.C. Compagnucci
    Journal: Computer Law & Security Review
    Year: 2022 | Volume: 45, Article: 105670 | Citations: 25

 

  1. Remote Digital Monitoring of Medication Intake: Methodological, Medical, Ethical, and Legal Reflections
    Authors: W. Van Biesen, J. Decruyenaere, K. Sideri, J. Cockbain, S. Sterckx
    Journal: Acta Clinica Belgica
    Year: 2021 | Volume: 76(3), Pages: 209-216 | Citations: 24

 

  1. Prospect Patents and CRISPR; Rivalry and Ethical Licensing in a Semi-Commons Environment
    Authors: A. Panagopoulos, K. Sideri
    Journal: Journal of Law and the Biosciences
    Year: 2021 | Volume: 8(2), Article: lsab031 | Citations: 16

 

  1. Questioning the Neutrality of Procedural Law: Internet Regulation in Europe Through the Lenses of Bourdieu’s Notion of Symbolic Capital
    Author: K. Sideri
    Journal: European Law Journal
    Year: 2004 | Volume: 10(1), Pages: 61-86 | Citations: 16

 

  1. COVID-19 Contact Tracing Apps and the Governance of Collective Action: Social Nudges, Deliberation, and Solidarity in Europe and Beyond
    Authors: K. Sideri, B. Prainsack
    Journal: Policy Studies
    Year: 2023 | Volume: 44(1), Pages: 132-153 | Citations: 11

 

  1. Law’s Practical Wisdom: The Theory and Practice of Law Making in New Governance Structures in the European Union
    Author: K. Sideri
    Publisher: Routledge
    Year: 2017 | Citations: 10

 

  1. Bioproperty, Biomedicine, and Deliberative Governance: Patents as Discourse on Life
    Author: K. Sideri
    Publisher: Routledge
    Year: 2016 | Citations: 10

 

  1. Digital Pills for the Remote Monitoring of Medication Intake: A Stakeholder Analysis and Assessment of Marketing Approval and Patent Granting Policies
    Authors: S.S. Katerina Sideri, Julian Cockbain, Wim Van Biesen, Marc De Hert, Johan…
    Journal: Journal of Law and the Biosciences
    Year: 2022 | Volume: 9(2) | Citations: 7

 

  1. The European Commission and the Law-Making Process: Compromise as a Category of Praxis?
    Author: K. Sideri
    Publisher: Cambridge University Press
    Year: 2005 | Citations: 6

 

  1. Law’s Practical Wisdom
    Author: K. Sideri
    Publisher: Taylor & Francis
    Year: 2017 | Citations: 5

 

  1. Prospect Patents, Data Markets, and the Commons in Data-Driven Medicine: Openness and the Political Economy of Intellectual Property Rights
    Author: K. Sideri
    Journal: Science and Public Policy
    Year: 2020 | Volume: 47(5), Pages: 668-677 | Citations: 3

 

  1. Practical Reasoning, Impartiality, and the European Patent Office: The Legal Regulation of Biotechnology
    Author: K. Sideri
    Journal: European Law Journal
    Year: 2012 | Volume: 18(6), Pages: 821-843 | Citations: 3

 

  1. Openness, Innovation, and Science Policy in the Age of Data-Driven Medicine
    Authors: G. Dutfield, K. Sideri
    Journal: Science and Public Policy
    Year: 2023 | Volume: 50(6), Pages: 947-949 | Citations: 2

Luis Arturo Gómez-Landero | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Luis Arturo Gómez-Landero | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Spain

Luis Arturo Gómez-Landero Rodríguez, born on September 3, 1976, in Spain, is a Professor Contratado Doctor at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Seville. With a robust career in physical education and sports science, he combines academic expertise and practical experience. Holding multiple degrees, including a Ph.D. in Physical Activity and Health, he has contributed to research, teaching, and athletic training. Beyond academia, Luis Arturo has served as a gymnastics coach, primary education teacher, and international gymnastics judge, showcasing his commitment to advancing sports and education.

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🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Physical Activity and Health: Universidad de Granada (2010), Thesis: Motor, Morphological, and Functional Analysis in Trampoline Gymnastics. Licenciado in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences: Universidad de Granada (2001). Diplomado in General Basic Education Teaching: Universidad de Sevilla (1997). Specialized in education, sports sciences, and gymnastics, with a notable Sobresaliente Cum Laude distinction for his doctoral research.

💼 Experience

Professor Contratado Doctor: Universidad Pablo de Olavide (2020–Present). Assistant Professor: Universidad Pablo de Olavide (2018–2020). Primary School Physical Education Teacher: Junta de Andalucía (2003–2017). Gymnastics Coach: Club Acróbatos (2002–2006). International Judge in Acrobatic Gymnastics: Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (2008–2016). Broad expertise includes roles in fitness training, athletic judging, and academic teaching.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Sobresaliente Cum Laude for Ph.D. in Physical Activity and Health (2010). Recognition for contributions to physical education and gymnastics in Spain. Active participant in international sports events, including world gymnastics championships. Served as a Spanish judge for two Olympic cycles in Acrobatic Gymnastics. Distinguished trainer and mentor for aspiring athletes and educators.

🔬 Research Focus

Motor and Morphological Profiling in Gymnastics: Detailed studies in trampoline sports. Physical Activity and Health: Advancing educational practices in fitness and sports sciences. Performance Analysis in Gymnastics: Bridging theoretical and practical aspects of athletic training. Sports Education Methodologies: Researching strategies for enhancing physical education programs. Innovative Approaches in Athletic Coaching: Application of biomechanics and motor learning principles

Conclusion

Luis Arturo Gómez-Landero Rodríguez is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his distinguished academic achievements, impactful professional roles, and dedication to advancing physical education and sports sciences. Strengthening his international presence and diversifying research collaborations could further solidify his standing as an exceptional researcher in his field.

Publications 📚

  • Indicators for Social and Economic Coping Capacity—Moving Toward a Working Definition of Adaptive Capacity
    Authors: G Yohe, RSJ Tol
    Year: 2002

 

  • The Economic Effects of Climate Change
    Author: RSJ Tol
    Year: 2009

 

  • Considering the Energy, Water and Food Nexus: Towards an Integrated Modelling Approach
    Authors: M Bazilian, H Rogner, M Howells, S Hermann, D Arent, D Gielen, et al.
    Year: 2011

 

  • Coastal Flood Damage and Adaptation Costs Under 21st Century Sea-Level Rise
    Authors: J Hinkel, D Lincke, AT Vafeidis, M Perrette, RJ Nicholls, RSJ Tol, et al.
    Year: 2014

 

  • The Marginal Damage Costs of Carbon Dioxide Emissions: An Assessment of the Uncertainties
    Author: RSJ Tol
    Year: 2005

 

  • Estimates of the Damage Costs of Climate Change. Part 1: Benchmark Estimates
    Author: RSJ Tol
    Year: 2002

 

  • The Economic Impacts of Climate Change
    Author: RSJ Tol
    Year: 2018

 

  • Weathering Climate Change: Some Simple Rules to Guide Adaptation Decisions
    Authors: S Fankhauser, JB Smith, RSJ Tol
    Year: 1999

 

  • Sea-Level Rise and Its Possible Impacts Given a ‘Beyond 4°C World’ in the Twenty-First Century
    Authors: RJ Nicholls, N Marinova, JA Lowe, S Brown, P Vellinga, D De Gusmao, et al.
    Year: 2011

 

  • Estimates of the Damage Costs of Climate Change, Part II. Dynamic Estimates
    Author: RSJ Tol
    Year: 2002

 

  • Impact of Climate on Tourist Demand
    Authors: W Lise, RSJ Tol
    Year: 2002

 

  • Climate Change and International Tourism: A Simulation Study
    Authors: JM Hamilton, DJ Maddison, RSJ Tol
    Year: 2005

 

  • The Social Cost of Carbon: Trends, Outliers, and Catastrophes
    Author: RSJ Tol
    Year: 2008

 

Stephen Mutie | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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 Dr. Stephen Mutie | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Stephen Mutie is a tenured lecturer at Kenyatta University, Kenya, specializing in African Literature, Gender and Subaltern Studies, and Social Media Activism. He earned his PhD in Literature from Laikipia University and has a robust research background, including a Post-Doctoral fellowship at Bayreuth University, Germany. Dr. Mutie has extensive teaching experience, curriculum development, and student mentorship. He has also served in significant research roles, including as a Senior Research Associate at the Institute of African Women in Law. His work is published in esteemed journals, reflecting his contributions to literary and cultural studies.

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Scholar

Education 🎓

Post-Doc (Sept 2019 – July 2020) Bayreuth Academy of Advanced African Studies; African Multiple Cluster of Excellence, Bayreuth University, Germany. PhD in Literature (2015 – 2018) Laikipia University, Kenya. Master of Arts in Literature (2010 – 2015) Egerton University, Kenya. B.Ed. Arts (English and Literature, First Class Honours) (2005 – 2009) Egerton University, Kenya

Research Interests 🔍

  • Gender and Subaltern Studies
  • Language and Cultural Studies
  • African Literature
  • Politics, Representation, and Social Media Activism

Teaching Experience 🧑‍🏫

Kenyatta University, Kenya Tenured Lecturer (April 2019 – Present)l, Developing and implementing teaching programmes/reviewing the curriculum at the department, Internal examiner for postgraduate proposal and thesis defenses, Coordination and teaching courses such as Literary Theory, Gender Studies, and African Literature, Career advising and mentorship for students taking B.Ed. English and Literature, Organizing seminars and conferences for knowledge sharing in the department, Managing digital and virtual learning for the department, Tutorial Fellow/Assistant Lecturer (Oct 2017 – April 2019), Coordination of Literature programs at Kenyatta University, Teaching courses such as Literary Theory, Gender Studies, and African Literature. Teacher Service Commission, Kenya English Language and English Literature Teacher (Sept 2012 – Jan 2016)

Other Professional and Work Experience 💼

Senior Research Associate (SRA) (July 2022 – Dec 2022) The Institute of African Women in Law, Developing research objectives, projects, and proposals, Acting as principal investigator on research projects, Conducting individual or collaborative research projects, Extending, transforming, and applying knowledge from scholarship to research and training projects, Writing or contributing to publications or disseminating research findings using various media. Project Manager/Country Consultant (Dec 2021 – June 2022) The Institute of African Women in Law, Title of Project: African Women in Law and Leadership, Reviewer and Editor (Dec 2020 – Dec 2021) UNDP Kenya for the FOLLAP Project (Faculty of Law Legal Aid Project at Egerton University, Kenya)

Awards and Honours 🏆

Excellence Award (2020) Bayreuth Multiple Cluster of Excellence: Bayreuth Academy of Advanced African Studies, Bayreuth University. Government of Kenya Scholarship Award (2016, 2010) Through Higher Education Loans Board. First Class Honours (2009)
Bachelor of Education, Egerton University, Kenya

Publications Top Notes 📝

  • Jomo Kenyatta’s Speeches and the Construction of Identities of a Nationalist Leader
    • Authors: S.M. Mutie, A.S.M. Oka, B. Chemwei
    • Journal: English Language and Literature Studies, 2015
    • Citations: 10

 

  • Self-mythologization in East African Political Writings: Kenyatta, Nyerere, and Museveni
    • Author: S.M. Mutie
    • Journal: Eastern African Literary and Cultural Studies, 2018
    • Citations: 4

 

  • Contesting the Subaltern Narrative: The Trickster Trope in the Kenyan Political Autobiography
    • Author: S. Mutie
    • Journal: Eastern African Literary and Cultural Studies, 2020
    • Citations: 3

 

  • Labelling and Othering: (Re) Engaging Wangari Maathai’s Madwoman Tag in Unbowed: A Memoir
    • Author: S. Mutie
    • Journal: Imbizo, 2022
    • Citations: 2

 

  • Re-membering Wangari Maathai’s Feminist Scholarship in her Autobiography Unbowed: One Woman’s Story
    • Author: S.M. Mutie
    • Journal: Journal of Higher Education in Africa/Revue de l’enseignement supérieur en Afrique, 2022
    • Citations: 1

 

  • Ideographs of Resistance and Identity Construction in the Kenyan Political Autobiography
    • Authors: S. Mutie, N. Goro-Kamau
    • Journal: Coretrain Journal of Languages, Humanities, Social Sciences and Education, 2018
    • Citations: 1

 

  • ‘The South in the North’: Worlding Kenyanness in Alex Chamwada’s TV series Daring Abroad
    • Author: S. Mutie
    • Journal: Eastern African Literary and Cultural Studies, 2024

 

  • Dramatization of Agency and Ecological Consciousness in How Beautiful We Were by Imbolo Mbue and Oil on Water by Helon Habila
    • Authors: R. Mwaga, S. Mutie, M. Gaita
    • Journal: East African Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, 2024

 

  • (Un) even Cultural Productions: (Re) theorising Silences in the Kenyan Political Life Writing
    • Authors: S. Mutie, A. Rutere
    • Journal: English Studies in Latin America: A Journal of Cultural and Literary Criticism, 2023

 

  • Virtualising Africa’s Arts, Securing the Future: Engendering Africa’s Popular Songs on TikTok’s Enchanted Space
    • Author: S. Mutie
    • Journal: Africa Insight, 2023