Ruchi Singh | Spiritual psychology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh | Spiritual psychology | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh, DIT University, India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh is a distinguished academic and researcher in the fields of Spiritual Psychology and Health Psychology. With a Ph.D. from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Dr. Singh has contributed significantly to the development and standardization of psychological tools. She has held several prestigious fellowships, including the University Grant Post Doctoral Fellowship. Her research includes studies on spirituality, psychological well-being, and the development of psychometric scales. She has published widely in SCOPUS-indexed journals and presented at international conferences. Dr. Singh has received the Young Scientist Award (2021) for her contributions. She currently teaches at AMU, Aligarh.

 

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Academic Qualifications

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh has an impressive academic background. She completed her Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDFSS) at Aligarh Muslim University (2017-2022), supported by the University Grant Commission of India. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the same institution (2012-2016), having passed the necessary coursework exams. Dr. Singh holds a Master’s of Arts (65.7%, First Division) and a Bachelor’s of Arts (63%, First Division) from Aligarh Muslim University and D. B. R. Ambedkar University. Additionally, she obtained a Post-Graduate Diploma in Data Analytics in 2019 and completed her schooling with top honors. 🎓📊

 

Teaching Experience

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh has gained valuable teaching experience at the Department of Psychology, Aligarh Muslim University, India. In the academic year 2019-20, she taught B.A. PSB-1P1 Psychology Practical for 1st semester students. During the previous year, 2018-19, she also taught B.A. PSB-3P1 Psychology Practical for 3rd semester students. Her contributions to these courses demonstrate her expertise in practical psychology and her commitment to shaping the next generation of psychology professionals. 🏫🧠

 

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh’s research spans psychometrics, spirituality, and psychological well-being. Her work explores the development and validation of psychological scales, such as the Hindi adaptation of the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale and Subjective Happiness Scale. She also delves into spiritual practices and their effects on psychological health, particularly among Hindus and Muslim populations. Other areas of interest include spiritual beliefs, self-esteem, and well-being strategies, particularly for the elderly. Dr. Singh’s work bridges psychology and spirituality, focusing on their interconnectedness for mental health improvement. 🙏💬🧘‍♂️

 

Publication Top Notes 📚

  • Psychometrics and standardization of the Hindi adaptation of the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale – A Husain, R Singh, SM Khan, S Khan, Clinical and Experimental Psychology 2 (117), 1-6 – Cited by 9 📊🧘‍♀️ (2016)
  • Spirituality in Practice – A Husain, R Singh, The Readers Paradise – Cited by 5 📖🙏 (2020)
  • Psychometric validation of the Hindi version of Subjective Happiness Scale among Indian adults – R Singh, A Husain, Indian Journal of Positive Psychology 12 (3), 263-267 – Cited by 3 😊📊 (2021)
  • Standardization of Diener’s Satisfaction with Life Scale in Hindi – R Singh, M Gull, A Husain, The International Journal of Indian Psychology 9 (4), 1451-1460 – Cited by 3 📋💡 (2021)
  • Relationship between spiritual practices and psychological well-being among Hindus – R Singh, The International Journal of Indian Psychology 3 (1), 104-110 – Cited by 3 🕉️💭 (2015)
  • Spiritual Practices Scale (Muslims) – A Husain, R Singh, SM Khan, New Delhi: Prasad Psycho Corporation – Cited by 2 📜🕌 (2016)
  • Spiritual practices among kalpvasis and daily devotees – R Singh, A Husain, Asian Journal of Multidimensional Research 4 (5), 63-73 – Cited by 2 🕉️🙏 (2015)
  • Reading scriptures and prayer: Paths towards developing inner strength – R Singh, A Husain, International Journal of Social Sciences Review 7 (2), 292-299 – Cited by 1 📖🧘 (2019)
  • Evaluating the content validity index of Spiritual Practices Questionnaire (SPQ) – BK Bharti, R Singh, IAHRW International Journal of Social Sciences Review 6 (4), 517-524 – Cited by 1 📝📊 (2018)
  • Indian validation of Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale in Hindi among adults – R Singh, A Husain, Mental Health, Religion & Culture  🙌📉 (2023)

Prof Jouni Kekäle | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Jouni Kekäle | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Chief Senior Specialist at  UEF, Finland

Jouni Kekäle, born on August 1, 1963, is a distinguished academic and professional in the field of psychology and higher education studies. He holds a Doctorate in Psychology (1997), a Licentiate of Psychology (1993), a Master’s Degree in Sociology (1992), and a Master’s Degree in Psychology (1991).

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Education 🎓

  • Doctor of Psychology (1997)
  • Licentiate of Psychology (1993)
  • Master’s Degree in Sociology (1992)
  • Master’s Degree in Psychology (1991)

Key Appointments 📚

  • Professor, Chief Senior Specialist at UEF (from 1.8.2021)
  • Principal Researcher, YUFERING Horizon2020
  • Professor, Advisor to the Rector (15%) (01.01.2011-1.8.2021)
  • Director of Human Resources, UEF (2010-2021)
  • Director of Human Resources, University of Joensuu (since 1998)
  • Docent at University of Joensuu, Tampere, and Eastern Finland
  • Researcher at University of Sussex and University of Joensuu

Selected External Roles 🌍

  • YUFE 2.0 Leader/Chair: Recognition and Rewards (2023-2026)
  • YUFERING Horizon 2020 Leader of 2 subtasks (2021-2024)
  • Member, Election Committee for Government of Employers (2017-2021)
  • EAIR Member of Program Committee (2015), Executive Committee (2011-2014)
  • Chairman, Personnel Policy and Personnel Consequences (2009-2010)
  • Member, Government, University Employers of Finland (2009->)
  • Vice-Chairman, Negotiation Group for New Salary Systems (2003-2006)
  • Chairman, National Board Developing Salary Systems (2000-2003)
  • European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU) Local Coordinator (1999-2004)

Research Focus :

Jouni Kekäle’s research encompasses a diverse array of topics within higher education policy and academic leadership. His recent work, as showcased in publications like “Higher Education Policy for Tackling Climate Change” and “The Rise of Individual Leadership in Academia,” delves into the dynamic intersection of institutional governance, climate action, and the evolving role of individual leaders in academic settings. With a keen eye on societal impact, his studies, such as “The Ever-Increasing Expectations of Social Impact” and “Change Towards a new Researcher Assessment Philosophy,” explore emergent processes and paradigm shifts in academia. Kekäle’s collaborative efforts, like “High-level ambitions meet institutional reality,” reflect a commitment to promoting open data in European universities. Through a holistic lens, his research bridges theoretical perspectives, contributing to the ongoing evolution of higher education systems.

 

Publication Top Notes :

Selected Publications by Jouni Kekäle 📚🌐

  1. “Higher Education Policy for Tackling Climate Change: Drivers, Dynamics, and Effects” (2024)
    • Co-edited with R. Pinheiro
    • Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
    • Forthcoming
  2. “The Rise of Individual Leadership in Academia: Partial Solutions, Unintended Consequences, and the Quest for an Alternative” (2023)
    • Co-authored with R. Pinheiro
    • Part of Worldviews and Values Book Series – Volume II: Institutional Governance, Leadership, Capacity
    • Submitted and accepted, forthcoming
  3. “The Ever-Increasing Expectations of Social Impact: Resilience as an Emergent Process in Academia” (2023)
    • Co-authored with R. Pinheiro
    • Forthcoming in Minerva, currently in a referee round
  4. “Change Towards a New Researcher Assessment Philosophy” (2023)
    • Forthcoming in Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education
    • Currently in a referee round
  5. “High-level ambitions meet institutional reality: Promoting open data at selected European universities” (2022)
    • Co-authored with M. Pietilä, J. Saarti, K. Rintamäki
    • Forthcoming in TEAM
    • Currently in a referee round
  6. “Tiedesodat. Realistinen ja konstruktionistinen maailmankäsitys” (2020)
    • Co-authored with A. Puusa
    • Translation: “Science Wars. A realistic and constructivistic world view”
    • In the book “Laadullinen tutkimuksen näkökulmat ja menetelmät”
  7. “The Responsible University: Exploring the Nordic Context and Beyond” (2019)
    • Co-authored with M.P. Sørensen, L. Geschwind, R. Pinheiro
    • Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
    • Open Access: Link
  8. “Responsible university: In search of HR and leadership solutions” (2019)
    • Co-authored with J. Varis
    • Part of “The Responsible University” book
    • Open Access: Disabled Link

These publications showcase Jouni Kekäle’s dedication to exploring diverse aspects of higher education, including climate change policies, individual leadership in academia, social impact, and responsible university practices. The collaborative nature of his work underscores a commitment to interdisciplinary perspectives and advancing knowledge within the academic community.