Nicola Andrian | Social Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

Posted on 16/12/202516/12/2025 by Phenomenological Research Awards

Mr. Nicola Andrian | Social Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

Staff International Relations Department at Universidade Federal do Vale do São Francisco | Brazil

Mr. Nicola Andrian is an Italian education professional and international academic engaged in higher education, internationalization, and social innovation, currently affiliated with the Federal University of the San Francisco Valley and collaborating with the University of Padova. He holds advanced academic training in pedagogical, educational, and instructional sciences, complemented by postdoctoral experience in education, culture, and semi-arid territorial studies. His professional career spans university teaching, institutional management, international relations, and continuing education, with extensive involvement in academic mobility programs, extension activities, and intercultural cooperation. Mr. Nicola Andrian has served in leadership roles coordinating research networks, language programs, and social engagement initiatives, and he is an active international trainer and speaker. His research interests focus on Service-Learning, GloCal education, intercultural pedagogy, university social responsibility, soft skills development, and contextualized education. Through teaching, research, and community-based projects, he consistently promotes inclusive education, civic engagement, and transformative learning practices that bridge local realities with global perspectives.

Research Output & Impact

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17

Citations
13

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Featured Publications

Taking Care: A GloCal Service-Learning Experience with Teacher and Parent Education in Northeast Brazil

– Education Sciences

The Key Is in the Other: Analyzing Global Interconnection in a Service-Learning Project

– Journal of Higher Education Outreach and Engagement

A bússola: aproximações entre a interculturalidade e a educação contextualizada

– Revista Pesquisa Qualitativa

The ‘Courage’ in Children’s Victims of Violence in North-East Brazil

– Form@re

GloCal Service Learning: Aprendizagem Solidária GloCal

– Edited Volume

Mulugeta Asnakew Tadesse | Social Sciences | Collaborative Research Excellence Award

Posted on 12/12/202512/12/2025 by Phenomenological Research Awards

Mr. Mulugeta Asnakew Tadesse | Social Sciences | Collaborative Research Excellence Award

Fundamentals of Literature at University of Kabridahar | Ethiopia

Mr. Mulugeta Asnakew Tadesse is an English language professional with a strong academic and research background, known for his dedication to higher education and scholarly contribution. He holds a BA in English Language and Literature from Wachemo University and an MA in TEFL from the University of Gondar, graduating with outstanding academic performance. Mr. Mulugeta Asnakew Tadesse serves as a lecturer at Kebri Dehar University where he teaches a wide range of courses in literature, communication, writing, and language studies while also contributing to academic quality improvement and curriculum coordination. His research interests include cooperative learning, writing performance, narrative analysis, feedback strategies in EFL classrooms, and communicative competence, reflected in multiple peer-reviewed publications and editorial engagements. Committed, analytical, and communicative, Mr. Mulugeta Asnakew Tadesse continues to advance English language education and research with professionalism, integrity, and a deep passion for academic excellence.

Citation Metrics (Google Scholar)

Citations
13

Documents
10

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2

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Featured Publications

Factors that Affect Students’ Interpersonal Communication Skills in English Language and Literature Regular Students at Kabridahar University

– Indian Journal of Language and Linguistics

Assessing the Perception and Practice of Cooperative Learning of English Language and Literature Regular Students at Kabridahar University

– Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Science

Assessing the Students and EFL Teachers’ Perception and Practice of Active Learning: Second Year English Language and Literature Students at Kabridahar University

– Research Publication

Analysis of Conflict in the Novel “Children of Their Parents”

– Research on Humanities and Social Sciences

An Assessment of Factors that Affect Writing Performance of English Language and Literature Regular Students at Kebri Dehar University

– Science Journal of Education

Mujib Ahmad | Social Sciences | Best Scholar Award

Posted on 12/12/202512/12/2025 by Phenomenological Research Awards

Mr.Mujib Ahmad Azizi | Social Sciences | Best Scholar Award

PhD Student at University of Siegen | Germany

Mr. Mujib Ahmad Azizi is a dedicated researcher and academic professional specializing in international relations, water governance, displacement studies, and community development. He holds academic qualifications in English, political science, and international relations, and is currently pursuing doctoral research at the University of Siegen as a DAAD-supported research assistant. His career spans extensive experience with major research institutions and development organizations, contributing to natural resource management, governance, migration, and peacebuilding initiatives. He has co-authored influential studies on water rights, transboundary resource management, internal displacement, and socio-political challenges in Afghanistan. His research interests focus on water security, climate impacts, community resilience, and the links between conflict, migration, and sustainable development. Mr. Mujib Ahmad continues to advance impactful scholarship, supporting evidence-based policymaking and contributing to international discussions on peace, stability, and resource governance.

Citation Metrics (Google Scholar)

120

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113

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5

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2

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Featured Publications

Developing Transboundary Water Resources: Perspectives for Cooperation Between Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan

– Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit

A Historical Perspective on the Mirab System: A Case Study of the Jangharoq Canal, Baghlan

– Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit

Mind the Gap? Local Practices and Institutional Reforms for Water Allocation in Afghanistan’s Panj-Amu River Basin

– Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit

Factors Affecting Transboundary Water Disputes: Nile, Indus, and Euphrates–Tigris River Basins

– Water Journal

Agribusiness Meets Alternative Development: Lessons for Afghanistan’s Licit and Illicit Commodity Markets

– Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit

Umesh Ramnarain | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 24/10/202524/10/2025 by Phenomenological Research Awards

Prof. Dr.Umesh Ramnarain | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Professor at University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Prof. Dr. Umesh Ramnarain is a highly accomplished scholar and Professor of Science Education at the University of Johannesburg, widely recognized for his influential contributions to advancing inquiry-based science teaching and learning in diverse educational contexts. As the Director of the Centre for Advanced Learning Technologies in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics, he has played a pivotal role in transforming science education through innovative pedagogical models that integrate technology and equity-driven approaches. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in science and education, culminating in advanced qualifications that underpin his expertise in curriculum design, teacher development, and inquiry-oriented pedagogy. Over the course of his distinguished career, Prof. Dr. Umesh Ramnarain has held various academic and leadership positions, including head of department and research center director, where he has mentored numerous postgraduate students and led multidisciplinary research initiatives. His extensive publication record includes 102 scientific documents and more than 1,055 citations from 835 scholarly sources, earning him an h-index of 18, which highlights his sustained academic impact and influence. His research primarily focuses on inquiry-based learning, science teacher education, technology-enhanced instruction, and the contextual challenges of implementing equitable and effective science teaching in under-resourced environments. He has contributed to internationally recognized journals such as Journal of Research in Science Teaching, Research in Science Education, and Science & Education, while also editing and authoring several key books that have shaped science education discourse in Africa and beyond. In addition to his research and teaching excellence, Prof. Dr. Umesh Ramnarain has been honored with awards recognizing his leadership in research capacity development, transformative education, and innovation in pedagogical practice. His work continues to bridge the gap between theory and classroom practice, emphasizing inclusivity, critical thinking, and the integration of emerging technologies such as virtual and augmented reality in science education. Through his scholarship, mentorship, and leadership, Prof. Dr. Umesh Ramnarain has established himself as a thought leader committed to fostering a generation of educators equipped to meet the demands of 21st-century learning in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

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Featured Publications:

Ojetunde, S. M., & Ramnarain, U. (2025). Like objects or like subjects? Effects of student–robot interaction (SRI) and mathematical ability on students’ learning outcomes. Smart Learning Environments, 12(1), 1–9.
Chanetsa, T., & Ramnarain, U. (2025). The effect of textbook analysis as a teacher professional development tool on teacher understanding of nature of science. Science and Education, 34, 73–93.
Mhlungi, X., Ramaila, S., & Ramnarain, U. (2025). The cognitive complexity of technical sciences: An analysis using the depth-of-knowledge level scheme. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research, 24(2), 613–635.
Van Wyk, L., Ramnarain, U., & Segun, O. (2025). The effects of inquiry-based learning on STEM-related career aspirations of grade 9 natural sciences students. Research in Science Education.
Ojetunde, S. M., Ramnarain, U., & Teo, T. (2024). Task-technology fit of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) education technology for inquiry-based learning (IBL). Educational Media International, 62(1), 29–53.
Lotter, L., & Ramnarain, U. (2025). An exploratory study on the use of a flipped classroom model for supporting inquiry-based learning in natural sciences classrooms. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 29(1), 99–112.
Ogegbo, A. A., Ramnarain, U., & Krajcik, J. (2024). Factors predicting teachers’ implementation of inquiry-based teaching practices: Analysis of South African TIMSS 2019 data from an ecological perspective. Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1–35.
Ramnarain, U., Penn, M., & Mdlalose, N. (2025). Engaging science learners at disadvantaged schools in South Africa in the use of culturally-anchored virtual reality simulations for inquiry-based learning. LUMAT-B: International Journal on Math, Science and Technology Education, 10(2), 7.
Ramnarain, U., & Moosa, S. (2023). The impact of an empowerment evaluation approach on teachers’ TPACK-P proficiency levels. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 27(2), 180–191.
Adeyele, V. O., & Ramnarain, U. (2024). Exploring the integration of ChatGPT in inquiry-based learning: Teacher perspectives. International Journal of Technology in Education, 7(2), 200–217.

Matthew Oware | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 22/09/202522/09/2025 by Phenomenological Research Awards

Dr. Matthew Oware | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Full Professor at University of Richmond | United States

Dr. Matthew Oware is a distinguished Full Professor of Sociology at the University of Richmond, recognized for his influential contributions to the social sciences, particularly in the areas of race, gender, popular culture, and the sociology of the Black family. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Indiana University, Bloomington, and has since developed a strong academic profile marked by publications, public engagement, and teaching excellence. His professional experience spans years of research and teaching, with a focus on examining how hip hop and rap music function as cultural spaces for exploring racial identity, masculinity, and multiracial experiences. He has authored the widely cited monograph I Got Something to Say: Gender, Race, and Social Consciousness in Rap Music and has published in reputed journals such as the Journal of Black Studies, Journal of African American Studies, Poetics, Sociology of Race and Ethnicity, and Children and Youth Services Review. His research interests include race, popular culture, gender, masculinities, multiracial identity, and the Black family, with particular attention to how these themes manifest in cultural production and social consciousness. He is skilled in qualitative analysis, critical theory, and cultural sociology, applying these approaches to generate impactful insights that bridge academic and public discourse. In addition to scholarly journals, his work has reached broader audiences through contributions to outlets like Newsweek, CNN, and The Conversation. Dr. Matthew Oware’s academic impact is reflected in his research metrics, with 2 citations by 2 documents, 4 documents published, and an h-index of 1, demonstrating an emerging but meaningful presence in sociological research. His professional service includes active membership in the American Sociological Association, and he is widely recognized for mentoring students and contributing to public dialogue on race and culture. Overall, Dr. Matthew Oware’s career reflects deep scholarly commitment, public engagement, and leadership potential, making him a deserving figure whose future research promises to expand the global impact of social sciences.

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Featured Publications:

Oware, M. (2018). I got something to say: Gender, race, and social consciousness in rap music. Palgrave Macmillan.

Oware, M. (n.d.). Race and space in rap: Conceptions of (multi)racial identity and urban life in rap music. Journal of Arts and Urban Development.

Oware, M. (n.d.). Rap music and the construction of Black masculinities. Journal of Black Studies.

Oware, M. (n.d.). Multiracial identity in hip hop culture: Performing difference and belonging. Sociology of Race and Ethnicity.

Oware, M. (n.d.). Youth, race, and resistance in hip hop narratives. Children and Youth Services Review.

Katherine Quinn | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 12/09/202512/09/2025 by Phenomenological Research Awards

Dr. Katherine Quinn | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Asssociate Professor at University of Maryland Eastern Shore | United States

Dr. Katherine A. Quinn, Associate Professor in the Department of Hospitality & Tourism Management at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, is an accomplished scholar and educator with expertise in organizational leadership, hospitality management, technology integration, and social sciences research. She earned her Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership (2008) from UMES, an MBA in Finance (1992) from the University of Maryland, Smith School of Business, and a B.S. in Business Management, Cum Laude (1989), from the University of Maryland, College Park. Her professional career bridges both academia and industry, beginning with leadership roles at Hilton Hotels, Hampshire Towers Hotel, and MICROS Systems Inc., before transitioning into higher education, where she has served as Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and now Associate Professor. Dr. Quinn’s research interests encompass diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) needs assessment in higher education, generative AI and the Metaverse in travel and tourism, technology-enhanced learning, digital literacy, culturally responsive teaching, and student success factors such as grit and self-discipline in online education. She has published extensively in refereed journals such as Trends in Higher Education, Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology, Journal of Education and Human Development, and Journal of Foodservice Business Research, and presented her work at major international conferences including InSITE and ICAIRD. Her research skills are evidenced in survey design, mixed-methods assessment, technology adoption analysis, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, including her role as Co-PI in the Elkins Fellowships for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Dr. Quinn’s honors include the 2019 Honors Teacher of the Year Award, induction into Phi Kappa Phi, and multiple awards for innovation and marketing during her industry career. With certifications such as Certified Hospitality Educator, Certification in Hotel Industry Analytics, and a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate, along with active memberships in ISI, ICHRIE, HFTP, and AHLA, she combines academic rigor with professional leadership. In conclusion, Dr. Quinn stands out as an influential researcher and educator whose interdisciplinary expertise, impactful publications, leadership in academia, and dedication to advancing equity and innovation in education and hospitality mark her as a deserving candidate for recognition and continued scholarly distinction.

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Featured Publications:

Quinn, K. A. (2008). Management perceptions of important workplace competencies (SCANS) in the hospitality industry [Doctoral dissertation, University of Maryland Eastern Shore].

Quinn, K. A. (2012). The importance of technology, systems, and information skills in the hospitality industry. Consortium Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Management, 17(1), 66–82.

Quinn, K. A. (2013). The importance of resource and interpersonal skills in the hospitality industry. Journal of Foodservice Business Research, 16(5), 439–447.

Buzzetto-Hollywood, N., Quinn, K., Wang, W., & Hill, A. (2019). Grit in online education. Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science, 30(4), 1–11.

Quinn, K., & Buzzetto-Hollywood, N. (2019). Faculty and student perceptions of the importance of management skills in the hospitality industry. Interdisciplinary Journal of e-Skills and Lifelong Learning, 15, 21–42.

Buzzetto-Hollywood, N., & Quinn, K. (2024). Technology behaviors of Generation Z learners. Journal of Education and Human Development, 13(1), 53–58.

Hollywood, N., & Quinn, K. (2025). DEI research in higher education: Results from a study at an American minority-serving institution. Trends in Higher Education, 4(3), 49–59.

Buzzetto-Hollywood, N., & Quinn, K. (2025). Designing and validating a comprehensive institution-wide DEI needs assessment. Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology, 22, Article 6.

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