Godfred Otchere | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Godfred Otchere | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

University of Otago,  New Zealand

Mr. Godfred Otchere is a Ghanaian public and global health researcher and doctoral candidate at the University of Otago, Medical School, New Zealand. With over six years of experience in research, healthcare planning, and statistical analysis, he has contributed to diverse projects addressing critical healthcare challenges in Ghana and beyond. His academic and professional journey reflects a strong commitment to improving health systems, policy, and education. Godfred has held several positions at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, including Biostatistician, Health Planner, and Research Assistant on the Sugar Talk project. He has published seven peer-reviewed journal articles in global health systems, malaria prevention, hepatitis B awareness, and diabetes self-management. He is a recipient of prestigious awards, including the University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship, DAAD Scholarship, and Laura Bassi Scholarship. Through his research in population health and health promotion, Godfred aims to influence policy and improve community health outcomes across developing countries.

Professional Profile

Education

Godfred Otchere holds a Master of Science degree in Global Health from the University of Freiburg, Germany (2021–2022), where he gained interdisciplinary training in international health issues, policy, and research. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Management with First Class Honours from the University of Education, Winneba-Ghana (2013–2017), demonstrating academic excellence in business administration and health service management. His foundational education includes a West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in Business Accounting from Swedru School of Business, Ghana (2008–2012), which provided him with a solid background in accounting, finance, and administration. His academic achievements are marked by his continuous pursuit of excellence and his selection for prestigious scholarships, including DAAD and Laura Bassi. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD at the University of Otago, focusing on health systems, policy, and public health research. His educational background combines business acumen with health science, equipping him for complex health system challenges.

Professional Experience

Godfred Otchere has six years of experience in public health research, planning, and administration, primarily at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Ghana. From 2018 to 2021, he served as Health Planner and Administrative Manager in the Policy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Unit, where he developed and implemented strategies for hospital performance improvement. Simultaneously, he worked as a Research Assistant on the Sugar Talk project, addressing diabetes management and patient education. During his National Service (2017–2018), he functioned as a Biostatistician in various hospital units, including Oncology, Family Planning, and Psychiatry, gaining hands-on experience in healthcare data analysis and clinical support. Currently, he is a doctoral candidate at the University of Otago, focusing on health systems and population health. His combined research and administrative experience informs his approach to health policy, systems strengthening, and health education, especially in resource-limited settings. He is also a published author in several peer-reviewed journals.

Research Interests

Godfred Otchere’s research focuses on population health, health systems and policy, public and global health, and health education and promotion. He is passionate about improving healthcare delivery and patient outcomes in low-resource settings through evidence-based research. His doctoral research at the University of Otago examines system-level health interventions and the impact of policy on population health outcomes. Godfred has contributed to projects exploring diabetes education, hepatitis B awareness, malaria prevention, and healthcare quality improvement strategies. His work often involves interdisciplinary methods, including policy analysis, health promotion models, and stakeholder engagement. Through systematic reviews, surveys, and field studies, he aims to bridge the gap between healthcare research and practice. His published work, including scoping reviews and protocol development, reflects a strong emphasis on practical solutions for healthcare challenges in Ghana and similar contexts. Godfred’s ultimate goal is to influence global health policy and empower communities through informed, sustainable public health interventions.

Awards and Honors

Godfred Otchere has been recognized with several prestigious awards for his academic and research excellence. He is a current recipient of the University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship (2023–2026), awarded for outstanding doctoral research potential. He was also awarded the DAAD Scholarship (2021/2022) for his Master’s studies in Global Health at the University of Freiburg, reflecting his international academic merit. In 2022, he received the Laura Bassi Scholarship, which supports junior researchers undertaking impactful academic work, demonstrating both promise and commitment to advancing public health research. He graduated with First Class Honours in Management from the University of Education, Winneba-Ghana in 2017, underscoring his consistent academic excellence. These distinctions highlight Godfred’s dedication to scholarship, leadership in health research, and commitment to addressing global health challenges. His awards reflect his potential to contribute significantly to policy-making and sustainable health interventions in developing and underserved populations.

Publications

  • Diabetes self-management education interventions in the WHO African Region: A scoping review
    E Kumah, G Otchere, SE Ankomah, A Fusheini, C Kokuro, K Aduo-Adjei, …
    PloS one 16 (8), e0256123
  • Influence of the Model of Care on the Outcomes of Diabetes Self‐Management Education Program: A Scoping Review
    E Kumah, EK Afriyie, AA Abuosi, SE Ankomah, A Fusheini, G Otchere
    Journal of diabetes research 2021 (1), 2969243
  • Intermittent preventive treatment of Malaria in pregnancy with sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine and its Associated factors in the Atwima Kwanwoma District, Ghana
    E Kumah, F Duvor, G Otchere, SE Ankomah, A Fusheini, C Kokuro, …
    Annals of global health 88 (1), 27
  • Quality improvement in healthcare: A focus on patient focused strategies
    E Kumah, SE Ankomah, SK Agyei, G Otchere
    International Journal of Biosciences, Healthcare Technology and Management 9 …
  • Framework for assessing the performance of the Ghanaian health system: study protocol
    E Kumah, SE Ankomah, A Fusheini, P Agyei-Baffour, MA Ayanore, …
    Health research policy and systems 19, 1-8
  • Knowledge, attitude and practice towards hepatitis B infection among high school students in Asante Mampong, Ghana
    G Otchere, E Dwomoh, E Kumah, SE Ankomah, A Fusheini, …
    International Journal of Risk & Safety in Medicine 33 (3), 269-279
  • Factors influencing community acceptability of mass drug administration for the elimination of onchocerciasis in the Asante Akim South Municipal, Ghana
    E Kumah, P Owusu, G Otchere, SE Ankomah, A Fusheini, C Kokuro, …
    PLoS neglected tropical diseases 17 (3), e0011251

 

 

 

Napoleon Bellua Sam | Epidemiology and Biostatistics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam | Epidemiology and Biostatistics | Best Researcher Award

University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana.

Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam is a biostatistician, epidemiologist, and Senior Lecturer at the University for Development Studies (UDS), Ghana. With a Ph.D. in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, he has significant expertise in medical research, data governance, biostatistical modeling, and public health analytics. Dr. Sam has held roles including Research Development Officer and Statistician at UDS, and Senior Tutor at the University of Cape Coast. He has led multiple impactful research projects on disease trends, healthcare efficiency, and treatment adherence. Internationally engaged, he serves as Co-PI for the NIHR Global Health Group on equitable healthcare and actively contributes to workshops, editorial boards, and training programs across Africa and Asia. Dr. Sam’s work aims to enhance healthcare systems through advanced statistical applications and evidence-based practices, with a strong passion for mentoring and capacity building in research and academia.

Professional Profile

Education

Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam holds a Ph.D. in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from Anhui Medical University, China (2017–2020), a Master’s degree in Industrial Mathematics from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana (2010–2012), and a BSc. in Statistics from the University of Cape Coast (2004–2008). He also earned a Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from Takoradi Polytechnic (2000–2003). In addition to his formal education, Dr. Sam has undertaken extensive global training through short courses on biostatistics, research ethics, statistical software, data management, climate science, and machine learning in countries such as Kenya, India, Nigeria, and South Africa. He also holds a diploma in Pastoral Counseling from Rhema Leadership Institute and is a ministerial candidate at Trinity Theological Seminary. These multidisciplinary credentials have shaped his expertise in statistical analysis, epidemiological modeling, and health research governance, enabling his leadership in academic and public health research domains across Africa and beyond.

Professional Experience

Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam has amassed over 15 years of academic and research experience. He currently serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Medical Research and Innovation at UDS. Previously, he was Research Development Officer (2016–2021) and Assistant Research Development Officer (2014–2016) at UDS. He also worked as a Senior Technician (Statistician) from 2009–2014. Concurrently, he has been a Senior Tutor at the University of Cape Coast’s Center for Distance Education since 2012. His academic contributions include teaching graduate-level courses in Biostatistics, Research Methods, and Health Statistics. Earlier in his career, he completed national service at Takoradi Polytechnic and the University of Cape Coast. His diverse roles have allowed him to bridge teaching, statistical consultancy, and research administration. Dr. Sam’s teaching and leadership roles underscore his commitment to enhancing academic excellence, research productivity, and evidence-informed policy-making in health and education systems.

Research Interests

Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam’s research focuses on applying advanced biostatistics and epidemiological methods to improve public health outcomes, particularly in resource-limited settings. His current projects explore the efficiency of healthcare delivery using data envelopment analysis, longitudinal quality of life assessments among leprosy patients, and statistical modeling of disease patterns such as cerebrospinal meningitis in Northern Ghana. He applies survival analysis, structural equation modeling, and time-series forecasting in his studies. Dr. Sam is also engaged in systematic reviews and meta-analyses, particularly in inflammatory biomarkers like myeloperoxidase in rheumatoid arthritis patients. His research supports decision-making in health policy and planning. As Co-PI of the NIHR Equi-Injury project, his work centers on equitable healthcare access for injured populations across low- and middle-income countries. Passionate about data science for health systems strengthening, Dr. Sam continuously integrates machine learning and modern analytics to address complex healthcare challenges in Africa and beyond.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam has been honored with multiple prestigious awards and grants. He was named Best Postgraduate Foreign Student upon graduation from Anhui Medical University in 2020 and served as Alumni Liaison Ambassador for Ghana and Africa graduates of the university. He received a fully funded Ph.D. scholarship from the Chinese Scholarship Council in 2017. He has secured several competitive international grants, including travel and training grants from institutions such as NIHR Global Surgery Unit, NAMBARI/DSSD, and the Data Science Initiative for Africa. These funded his participation in workshops on machine learning, climate change, health systems, and statistical data analysis in countries like Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, India, and Liberia. As a Co-PI of the NIHR Global Health Group project, he is currently involved in a multi-country research program on equitable access to quality healthcare, managing a substantial grant of over £213,000. These recognitions affirm his impactful contributions to global health research.

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Mr. Enyew Demelash | Exposure Assessment | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Enyew Demelash | Exposure Assessment | Best Researcher Award

PhD student at Exposure Assessment, Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia

Mr. Enyew Demelash is a public health and environmental exposure researcher working towards significant improvements in public health practices, particularly in the Global South. His work focuses on preventing disease by understanding environmental risk factors and the health effects of interventions, with a specific interest in household air pollution (HAP).

Professional Profiles:

🎓 Academic Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Public Health
  • MPH in General Public Health, AAU
  • BSc in Environmental Health, JU

🔧 Professional Trainings

  • Evidence-based Public Health, Stellenbosch University and AHRI
  • Complex Survey Analysis Course, Harvard T.H. Chan SPH, Addis Ababa Ethiopia
  • Systematic Review with Its Statistical Software
  • Methods and Procedures of Data Analysis Using SAS

📊 Data Collection and Supervision

  • 17-26/10/2023: Worked as a supervisor for qualitative data collection, Johns Hopkins University
  • 5-16/01/2022: Worked as a qualitative data collector, Johns Hopkins University
  • Feb 11 – Mar 18, 2021: Worked as a research assistant on qualitative data collection, EPHA, Ethiopia
  • Jan 6- Feb 3, 2021: Worked as a research assistant on a qualitative study, ACIPH, Ethiopia
  • March 20,-April 30,2015: Worked as a research assistant on a qualitative study, ACIPH, Ethiopia
  • Dec 28,2015-Jan11,2016: Worked as a quantitative data collector, FHI360, Ethiopia

Publications:

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2024). The effect of chimney fitted improved stove on kitchen fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations in rural Ethiopia: Evidence from a randomized controlled trial. Environmental Research. DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.118488

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2023). Kitchen fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations from biomass fuel use in rural households of Northwest Ethiopia. Frontiers in Public Health. DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1241977

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2023). Health risk perceptions of household air pollution and perceived benefits of improved stoves among pregnant women in rural Ethiopia: a mixed method study. BMJ Open. DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-072328

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2023). Environmental exposures and adverse pregnancy outcomes in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLOS ONE. DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0288240

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2023). Safety Practices and Associated Factors among Healthcare Waste Handlers in Four Public Hospitals, Southwestern Ethiopia. Safety. DOI: 10.3390/safety9020041

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2023). Aflatoxin contamination of animal feeds and its predictors among dairy farms in Northwest Ethiopia: One Health approach implications. Frontiers in Veterinary Science. DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2023.1123573

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2022). Factors associated with sexual violence among waitresses working in Bahir Dar City, Ethiopia: a mixed-method study. BMC Women’s Health. DOI: 10.1186/s12905-022-01806-x

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2021). Intestinal parasitic infections and associated factors among pregnant women in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth. DOI: 10.1186/s12884-021-03908-0

Habtamu Demelash Enyew. (2021). Biomass fuel use and acute respiratory infection among children younger than 5 years in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Public Health. DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2020.12.016

Assist Prof Dr. Kaan Koçali | Occupational Health and Safety | Academic Research Impact Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Kaan Koçali | Occupational Health and Safety | Academic Research Impact Award

Assist Prof at Occupational Health and Safety, Istanbul Gelisim Vocational School / Occupational Health and Safety Program, Turkey

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

🎓 Education Information:

  • Doctorate in Health and Safety from Istanbul Aydin University, 2017-2021
  • Undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Anadolu University, 2010-2021
  • Postgraduate studies in Occupational Health and Safety from Istanbul Aydin University, 2015-2016
  • Postgraduate studies in Mining Engineering from Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, 2011-2016

📚 Certificates, Courses, and Trainings:

  • Various certifications in Occupational Health and Safety, Quality Management, and Vocational Courses
  • NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
  • IOSH Managing Safely

📝 Dissertations:

  • Doctoral dissertation on the legal obligations of permanent supervisors in mines and the development of a document tracking-control system
  • Postgraduate dissertation on investigating occupational health and safety culture and applications in the mining industry

🔍 Research Areas:

  • Ergonomics and Occupational Safety
  • Work Measurement and Methods Engineering
  • Mining Engineering and Technology
  • Mining Operations, Extraction, and Smelting
  • Prospecting and Exploratory Operations
  • Mine Safety and Environment
  • Mineral Economics
  • Open-pit and Underground Production Planning

👨‍🏫 Academic Titles/Tasks:

  • Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelisim University, Istanbul Gelısım Vocational School, in Occupational Health and Safety

🏆 Awards:

  • Best Researcher Award at the International Research Awards on Science, Health, and Engineering
  • Top Researcher at the International Conference on Cybersecurity and Cryptography
  • Entrepreneurship Project Award from Istanbul Kültür University

Publications:

1. Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu’nun 2012-2020 Yılları Arası İş Kazaları Göstergelerinin Standardizasyonu

Author: K. Koçalı

Journal: Akademik Yaklaşımlar Dergisi

Volume: 12

Issue: 2

Pages: 302-327

Citations: 32

Year: 2021

2. Calculation of Occupational Accident Indicators of Türkiye

Author: K. Koçalı

Journal: INSAC Social and Education Sciences

Pages: 222-250

Citations: 18

Year: 2021

3. Maden Kazalarında Sorumluluklar ve Kusur Oranları

Author: K. Koçalı

Publisher: Nobel Yayın Kitapevi

Citations: 12

Year: 2021

4. Şırnak Kömür Madeni Kazası Işığında Kömür Madenciliğindeki Uygunsuzluklar Hakkında Öneriler

Author: K. Koçalı

Conference: Türkiye 21.Uluslararası Kömür Kongresi “ICCET 2018” Bildiriler Kitabı

Pages: 387-399

Citations: 8

Year: 2018

5. Açık Ocak Maden İşletmelerinde İşçi Anketleri ile İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Kültürü ve Uygulamasının Araştırılması

Author: K. Koçalı

Journal: Bilimsel Madencilik Dergisi

Volume: 57

Issue: 1

Pages: 15-24

Citations: 8

Year: 2018

6. How to Perform a Risk Assessment Step by Step for Occupational Health and Safety

Author: K. Koçalı

Journal: EURAS Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Volume: 2

Issue: 1

Pages: 1-19

Citations: 7

Year: 2022

7. Legal Regulations Regarding Liabilities of Workers and Employers Related to Occupational Health and Safety in Mining

Authors: K. Koçalı, R. Erçetin

Conference: 3. Ulusal Başkent Disiplinler Arası Bilimsel Çalışmalar Kongresi

Pages: 357-358

Citations: 6

Year: 2021

8. Madencilikte Proje Şirketlerinin Önemi

Author: K. Koçalı

Journal: Maden Ocak Teknolojileri Dergisi

Pages: 82-86

Citations: 5

Year: 2013

9. Türkiye’de 2017 Yılında Yaşanan Kömür Madeni Faciası Sonrası Sektörün İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Açısından İrdelenmesi

Author: K. Koçalı

Journal: Akademik Sosyal Araştırmalar Dergisi

Volume: 7

Issue: 95

Pages: 486-496

Citations: 4

Year: 2019

10. 18-65 yaş arası kişilerin antropometrik verilerinin belirlenmesi üzerine bir alan araştırması: yükseköğretim kurumu uygulaması

Authors: S. Çalış, Ç. Çalış, K. Koçalı, BY. Büyükakıncı

Journal: Ergonomi

Volume: 4

Issue: 3

Pages: 147-161

Citations: 3

Year: 2021

 

Mr. Tamirat Melis | public health

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🎉🏆 Congratulations, Mr. Tamirat Melis, on Your Outstanding Achievement as the Best Researcher! 🏆🎉
Mr. Tamirat Melis: Leading Researcher in public health

Wolkite at Heat exchangers, Welkite university, Ethiopia

Your remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 Your successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

EDUCATION:

Mr. Tadios Lidetu | Adult health Nursing and Epidemiology

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Mr. Tadios Lidetu: Leading Researcher in Adult health Nursing and Epidemiology

Lecturer in Adult health Nursing and Epidemiology from Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia

Congratulations, Mr. Tadios Lidetu, on winning the esteemed Best Researcher Award from Sciencefather! Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have truly made a significant impact in your field. Your commitment to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research is commendable. Here’s to your continued success in shaping the future of academia and making invaluable contributions to your field. Well done!

Mr. Tadios Lidetu, a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a Lecturer in Adult health Nursing and Epidemiology from Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

Professional Profiles:

📚 Educational Status
  1. Master of Public Health in Epidemiology
    • Institution: Bahir Dar University
    • CGP: 3.83
    • Thesis Topic: Post-Stroke Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Thesis Result: Excellent
    • Remark: Published 📰
  2. Master of Science in Adult Health Nursing
    • Institution: Bahir Dar University
    • CGP: 3.83
    • Thesis Topic: Post Peripheral Intravenous Cannula Phlebitis
    • Thesis Result: Excellent
    • Remark: Reached final stage for Publication 📚
  3. Bachelor of Science in Compressive Nursing
    • Institution: Tropical College of Medicine
    • CGP: 3.54
  4. Number of Publications
    • Published: Five 📖
    • Ongoing: Four 🔍
1. Clinical Skills
  • Basic life support
  • Medication administration (oral and parenteral)
  • Nasogastric tube insertion
  • Catheterization
  • Enema care
  • Intravenous fluid administration
2. Teaching Skills

I. Public Courses

  • Epidemiology
  • Research methodology
  • Biostatistics
  • Communicable Disease Control

II. Clinical Courses

  • Fundamental Nursing
  • Medical Surgical Nursing
  • Health Assessment
  • Professional Nursing ethics
3. Research Skills
  • Research topic/title proposal
  • Research methodology design
  • Research proposal writing
  • Research data collection
  • Research data analysis
  • Research result writing
4. Short Term Training Skills
  • Microsoft Word format for research
  • Microsoft PowerPoint preparation for thesis presentation
  • Epi info for sample size determination
  • Epi data for data entry
  • SPSS and STATA for data analysis, and others
5. Community Service Skills
  • Screening community health problems
  • Diagnose community health problems
  • Managing and Monitoring community health problems
6. Leadership and Management Skills
  • Coordinating activities
  • Directing/leading health institutions
  • Team/group working
7. Work Experience:
  • Director of Health Center for three (3) years
  • Clinical staff at hospitals for three (3) years
  • Educator/lecturing at public University and Higher private institutions for two (2) years
8. Training and Certificate
  • Training of basic and Advanced life support (BLS & ALS)
  • Training of OTP
  • Training of family planning service including long-term methods
  • Training and certificate of mental health gap (mhGAP)
  • Training of managing, leading, coordinating of health care services
9. Language:
  • Amharic and English: speaking, listening, reading, writing
10. Current Position:
  • Currently working at Bahirdar University as Academic staff.
 Reference’s:
  1. Getenet Dessie (BSN, MSN, MPH in Epidemiology, Assistant Professor at Bahir Dar
    University, Ph.D fellow at Australia National University), Address, 0923522712,
    ayalew.d16@gmail.com
  2. Aschalew Mesfin (MD, MPH in Health system and Project management, Regional
    Malaria coordinator at Amhara region), address: 0936747438,
    draschalew@gmail.com),

Mrs. Merve Buke Sahin | Environmental Health

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Assoc Mrs. Merve Buke Sahin : Leading Researcher in Pre-service teacher education

Congratulations, Mrs. Merve Buke Sahin, on winning the esteemed Best Researcher Award from Sciencefather! Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have truly made a significant impact in your field. Your commitment to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research is commendable. Here’s to your continued success in shaping the future of academia and making invaluable contributions to your field. Well done!

Mrs. Merve Buke Sahin, a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a M.D. in Environmental Health from Hacettepe University, Turkey. Her academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

Professional Profiles:

🏫 Institutional Background

  1. Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Kayseri, Turkey
    • Duration: 2010-2016
    • Degree: MD 🎓
  2. Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Public Health
    • Duration: 2018-2022
    • Degree: Public Health Specialist 🌐🏥

📚 Education and Experiences

  1. Tuşba Community Health Center (2016)
    • Position: General Practitioner 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️
  2. Van Tuberculosis Dispensary (2017)
    • Position: Provincial Coordinator 🌍🏥
  3. Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Public Health (2018-2022)
    • Position: Resident 👩‍⚕️🏠

Medical Specialization:

  • Specialist Medical Doctor with a background in Public Health and General Practice.

Areas of Interest:

  • Environmental Health and Research 🌍🔬
  • Epidemiology 📊
  • Community Nutrition 🍏

Thesis Topic:

  • “Detection of Bisphenol-A, F, S and Thyroid Stimulating Hormone and Free T4 Hormone Levels in Cord Blood in a University Hospital.”

Thesis Supervisor:

  • Ass. Prof. Cavit Işık Yavuz 🎓

Courses Completed in Public Health Residency Program:

  • Infectious diseases 🦠
  • General public health 🏥
  • Epidemiology 📊
  • Biostatistics methods in public health practice 📈
  • Health demographics 📊
  • Health economics 💰
  • Healthcare management 🏥
  • International health 🌍

Computer Skills:

  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Windows 💻
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) 📝📊📈
  • Good knowledge of SPSS 📊📈

Publications:

Lectures/Presentations:

  • Presented at various local, national, and international meetings 🌐🗣️

Notable Presentations:

  • Sleep Quality and Associated Characteristics of Term VI Students of a Medical Faculty 😴📚
  • Occupational Health and Safety Content Distribution of Publications in the Journal of Occupational Health and Safety 🏥📰
  • Benefiting from the Sun, Vitamin D Deficiency and Vitamin D Supplementation Among the Faculty of Medicine ☀️💊
  • Caffeinated Beverage Consumption in University Students: A Descriptive Study ☕📊
  • Hopelessness Levels of Students of a Faculty of Dentistry and Associated Factors 🦷💔