Dessalene Chanie | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Dessalene Chanie | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Dessalene Chanie, University, Ethiopia

Dessalegne Chanie Halie is a Geography lecturer at Arba Minch University (AMU) and a PhD candidate in Geography and Environmental Studies, specializing in Environmental Studies and Natural Resource Management. 🎓 He holds a Master’s degree in Environment and Land Resource Management with Great Distinction from Debremarkos University. 🌍 Dessalegne has vast experience in education and curriculum coordination across Amhara Region and has contributed to research on climate hazards, soil erosion, and land degradation impacts. 🌱 He has received several awards, including the Outstanding Experts Award in 2005 and 2006. 🏆 Dessalegne is proficient in GIS, SPSS, and STATA. 💻

 

Publication Profile

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Educational Background and Expertise

Mr. Dessalegne holds a Master of Arts in Geography and Environmental Studies from Debremarkos University, where he specialized in Environmental and Land Resource Management. His academic excellence is evident from his great distinction and a CGPA of 3.71. He is currently pursuing a PhD at Arba Minch University with a GPA of 4+, indicating a high level of dedication and expertise in his field.

Professional Experience 

Mr. Dessalegne’s extensive professional experience includes over two decades of work in education and environmental management. As a Geography teacher and later as a director and coordinator in Amhara Region, he played a significant role in shaping educational curricula and managing regional examinations. His role in coordinating teaching-learning processes and facilitating feedback for regional examinations highlights his leadership and commitment to educational improvement.

Recognition

His technical skills, including proficiency in statistical packages like SPSS, STATA, GIS, and Excel, demonstrate his capability to conduct in-depth analysis in his research. Moreover, his recognition through awards such as the Outstanding Experts Award in 2005 and 2006, as well as his completion of impactful projects in institutions like Sawula Correctional Institution, speaks to his contributions to both academia and society.

Research Focus

Dessalegne Chanie’s research primarily focuses on environmental management and land resource conservation, particularly in the context of soil erosion, soil loss, and their impact on crop productivity in varying land-use systems in Southern Ethiopia. 🌍 His work aims to explore land degradation and its effects on rural livelihoods, with a special emphasis on sustainable agricultural practices and climate hazards. 🌱 His research also contributes to natural resource management, addressing the environmental challenges in regions like Demba-Gofa District. 📊 Dessalegne’s expertise spans land use, soil conservation, and socio-economic impacts of environmental changes. 🧑‍🌾

Conclusion

Mr. Dessalegne Chanie Halie has proven himself to be a dedicated scholar and researcher with a passion for environmental studies and land resource management. His combination of academic achievement, professional experience, and research contributions makes him a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His ongoing PhD work and substantial contributions to environmental research in Ethiopia further strengthen his candidacy.

Publication Top Notes  

Soil Loss and Its Impact on Crop Productivity Under Varying Land Uses in Demba-Gofa District, Southern Ethiopia

 

Simeon Tchakonte | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Simeon Tchakonte | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr Simeon Tchakonte , University of Buea, Cameroon

Dr. Simeon Tchakonte’s extensive educational background, qualifications, and contributions to the field of Hydrobiology and Environmental Health, he appears to be a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Here’s a formatted summary highlighting his qualifications and research achievements:

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Education and Training

Dr. Simeon Tchakonte holds a PhD in Animal Biology (2016) from the University of Yaoundé I, specializing in Hydrobiology and Environment. He also obtained his MSc (2010) and BSc (2008) in the same field from the same institution. His academic journey began with a Baccalauréat D in 2005.

Qualifications and Research Focus

As an expert in Hydrobiology and Environmental Health, Dr. Tchakonte’s research primarily addresses water pollution, Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and the epidemiology of waterborne diseases. His work emphasizes water quality assessment using biological indicators, biodiversity conservation, and water treatment. His skills in biostatistics and modeling enhance his ability to analyze aquatic organisms’ responses to environmental changes.

Professional Experience

Dr. Tchakonte currently serves as a Medical Research Assistant at Plenitude Clinic, and as a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Buea, where he teaches courses on data analysis and aquatic ecosystem conservation. He also has part-time positions at the University of Douala and the Institute of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences.

Research Experience and Funding

He has significant research experience, having received funding for projects such as the ASPIRE Research Grant for studying freshwater crustaceans in the Dja Rainforest. He also secured laboratory equipment through the IDEA WILD Grant Programme for his research on bioindicators of land-use pressure.

International Engagement

Dr. Tchakonte actively participates in international workshops and conferences. His recent work includes contributions to the FISH4ACP initiative and presentations at conferences discussing the application of artificial intelligence in biomonitoring.

Selected Publications

  1. Influence of Tides on Health Risks: Explores the dissemination of intestinal helminths along Kribi beaches, highlighting public health concerns.
  2. Machine Learning in Freshwater Studies: Utilizes AI models to assess the population dynamics of the invasive snail Physa acuta in polluted urban streams.
  3. Water Quality and Plankton Communities: Analyzes the impact of the Memve’ele hydroelectric dam on the River Ntem’s ecosystem.
  4. New Protozoan Species: Describes four new species of Hysterocinetida from earthworms in the lower Nyong estuary.

Publication Top Notes

Influence of tides on the dissemination and related health risks of intestinal helminths along the Kribi beaches (Atlantic Coast, Southern Cameroon)

Using machine learning models to assess the population dynamic of the freshwater invasive snail Physa acuta Draparnaud, 1805 (Gastropoda: Physidae) in a tropical urban polluted streams-system

Four new species of Hysterocinetida (Protozoa: Ciliophora) from the digestive tract of earthworms collected to the lower Nyong estuary (South Coast, Cameroon)

Evaluation of the health risks linked to two swimming pools regularly frequented from the city of Yaounde in Cameroon (Central Africa)

Diversity, dynamic and ecology of freshwater snails related to environmental factors in urban and suburban streams in Douala–Cameroon (Central Africa)

Conclusion

Dr. Tchakonte’s comprehensive qualifications, innovative research contributions, and commitment to environmental sustainability position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.