Nadia Shaheen | Social Sciences | Editorial Board Member

Published on 17/11/202517/11/2025 by Academic Awards

Dr. Nadia Shaheen | Social Sciences | Editorial Board Member

Jilin University | China

Dr. Nadia Shaheen is a scholar of International Relations with a strong research focus on the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, emphasizing great-power dynamics, strategic partnerships, and geopolitical competition. She has examined India’s evolving strategic posture and its implications for regional security, including analyses of India–Japan relations and India’s policy towards Australia. Dr. Nadia Shaheen’s research further investigates India’s role in the US Indo-Pacific Strategy, highlighting broader security consequences for the Asia-Pacific. Her academic expertise spans security and strategic studies of the Indo-Pacific, international politics, South Asian politics, diplomacy, geopolitics, and IR theory. Through her publications and ongoing scholarship, she contributes meaningful insights into shifting power structures and emerging strategic alignments in the Indo-Pacific landscape.

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Featured Publications

Shaheen, N., & Mu, R. (2023). Elevated strategic partnership between India and Japan in the context of the rising power of China. India Review, 22(4), 433–462.
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Shaheen, N., Mu, R., & Soomro, J. R. (2023). India’s policy towards Australia under Modi’s administration. Australian Journal of Maritime & Ocean Affairs, 15(2), 127–141.

Amanuel Kidane | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Published on 26/04/202526/04/2025 by Academic Awards

Assist. Prof. Dr. Amanuel Kidane | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Amanuel Kidane, Wolaita Sodo University, Ethiopia

Dr. Amanuel Kidane Albore is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English Language and Literature at Wolaita Sodo University, Ethiopia. He holds a Ph.D. in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) from Jimma University. His research interests include TEFL, critical discourse analysis, and educational practices. Dr. Amanuel has published several articles on language learning and teaching strategies, focusing on the effects of process-genre approaches and speaking anxiety in foreign language classrooms. He is dedicated to improving language education in Ethiopia through research and teaching. 📚🎓

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Education

Dr. Amanuel Kidane Albore holds a Ph.D. in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) from Jimma University, Ethiopia (2024). He earned an MA in TEFL from Haramaya University (2014) and a B.Ed in English Language from Wolaita Sodo University (2010). Additionally, he completed a Diploma in English at Awassa College of Teacher Education (2004). His doctoral research explored the effects of process-genre approaches on students’ writing strategies and perceptions. 📘👨‍🎓

Experience

Dr. Amanuel has extensive teaching experience, having served as a Lecturer at Mizan-Tepi University and currently as an Assistant Professor at Wolaita Sodo University. He teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate students, specializing in TEFL, English teaching methodologies, and research. He also supervises MA students in TEFL and has contributed significantly to curriculum development and research projects. His experience spans various educational settings, where he fosters a comprehensive understanding of language learning. 📖💼

Awards and Honors

Dr. Amanuel Kidane Albore has received several prestigious recognitions, including certificates of appreciation for his contributions to English language improvement programs at Wolaita Sodo and Mizan-Tepi Universities. He was acknowledged for his dedication to supporting students in the learning process, especially female and low-achieving students. He has also been recognized for his involvement in organizing national workshops and his contributions to the editorial board of academic journals. 🏅🎖️

Research Focus

Dr. Amanuel’s research primarily revolves around TEFL, language learning-teaching, and the social contexts influencing education. His interests include teacher education, critical discourse analysis, socio-cognitive linguistics, and reflective practice. He employs both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to study language education policy, the practice of learner-centered approaches, and language skills acquisition. His research aims to bridge the gap between policy discourse and actual practice in educational settings. 🔬📊

Publication Top Notes

📝 Effects of Process-Genre Approach on Students’ Writing Strategy Use in Paragraphs (2024, Education Research International, DOI: 10.1155/2024/5527768)

🗣️ Examining Factors That Obstruct the Practice of Learner-Centered Approach in Teaching Speaking Skill (2019, Journal of Literature, DOI: 10.7176/JLLL/62-01)

😟 Investigating the Causes of Learners’ Speaking Anxiety in Foreign Language Classroom (2019, Arabic Language, Literature, DOI: 10.11648/j.allc.20190401.11)

🎙️ Assessing the Practice of Learner-Centered Approach in Teaching Speaking Skill (2019, International Journal of Current Research and Academic Review, DOI: 10.20546/ijcrar.2019.703.004)

👥 Exploring Teachers’ and Students’ Attitude Towards Group Work Assignment (2018, Journal of Literature, Languages and Linguistics, ISSN: 2422-8435)

🚫 Isolating Factors Which Hamper the Practice of Group Work Assignment (2018, Journal of Literature, Languages and Linguistics, ISSN: 2422-8435)

Christopher Dick-Sagoe | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Published on 14/10/202414/10/2024 by Academic Awards

Christopher Dick-Sagoe | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Christopher Dick-Sagoe, University of Botswana, Botswana

Dr. Christopher Dick-Sagoe demonstrates significant academic and professional expertise that aligns with the criteria for a Best Researcher Award. His research focuses on public administration, fiscal decentralization, and sustainable development, with critical analyses of governance and public service provision in developing countries.

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Education and Thesis

His PhD thesis on fiscal decentralization and local development in Ghana showcases his deep understanding of public policy and administration. He completed his coursework in various governance and public administration theories, making him a well-rounded scholar.

Research and Publications

Dr. Dick-Sagoe has authored several impactful papers. His work on “Decentralization for improving the provision of public services in developing countries” (2020) and a comprehensive survey of fiscal decentralization in Ghana (2012) illustrate his influence in these areas. Recent publications on public project failures in Ghana (2023) and smallholder agriculture’s vulnerability to climate change (2021) highlight his contribution to addressing key societal challenges.

Funded Projects and Leadership

His involvement in USAID-funded projects, like WASH-UP, and roles such as a Local Logistics Coordinator, further underscore his leadership in practical, community-based research initiatives.

Awards and Recognitions

His Indian Government Scholarship for PhD studies and his appointment as a Research Fellow at Princeton’s Institute for Advanced Study attest to his global recognition and academic excellence.

Teaching and Curriculum Development

In teaching, he has developed courses on Project Monitoring, Evaluation, Disaster Management, and Governance, providing vital knowledge and tools for the next generation of public administrators. His blend of practical experience and theoretical knowledge through research and teaching enhances his profile as a top candidate for this award.