Mr. George Acquaah | Forest Development | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. George Acquaah | Forest Development | Best Researcher Award

Candidate Senior at Forest Development, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Ghana

Hassan Osman Hassan is dedicated to enhancing their problem-solving skills to contribute to the growth and development of organizations. Drawing from their extensive expertise in forest science, water and sanitation, public health, climate change mitigation, and project management, Hassan is committed to effectively addressing challenges and driving positive change.

Professional Profiles:

Professional Experience:

Hassan Osman Hassan has been volunteering with Verdens Skove (Forest of the World, Denmark) in the Global Biodiversity Team since February 2023. In this role, they review and analyze the Global Biodiversity Framework and EU biodiversity targets, conduct assessments of existing biodiversity programs, research biodiversity credit/offset, and participate in drafting biodiversity and nature laws. Additionally, Hassan has been a member of the Forest Institutions and International Development (FIID) Research Group at the Chair of Tropical and International Forestry, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Technische Universität Dresden since December 2022. In this position, they design qualitative and quantitative research surveys, conduct data collection and analysis, and contribute to scientific article development and publication.

Education:

Hassan Osman Hassan pursued dual Master’s degrees from September 2020 to November 2022. They completed an MSc. in Forest and Livelihoods at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, focusing on courses like Climate change and forestry, Participatory natural resources governance, Applied economics of forest and nature, and Project management. Simultaneously, they completed an MSc. in Tropical Forest Management at Technische Universität Dresden, Germany, with coursework in landscape restoration, Urban forestry, Research planning, Communication, and conflict management. Their thesis for this program explored Forest management institutional responses to disease outbreaks, focusing on the Ebola virus disease and the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda. Prior to their Master’s degrees, Hassan earned a BSc. in Water and Environmental Sanitation (1st class honors) from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, from August 2014 to May 2018. Their studies included Environmental impact assessment, Safety in the chemical lab, Environmental chemistry, Water quality, Public health, Water resources management, Solid waste management, Engineering hydrology, and Project management. Their undergraduate thesis was on the Assessment of Kakum River Quality within Cape Coast-catchment Area. Hassan’s educational journey began with a West African Secondary School Certificate in General Science from Komfo Anokye Senior High School, Ghana, covering subjects such as English, Core maths, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Elective maths, obtained from October 2009 to May 2013.

Awards:

Hassan Osman Hassan has received several awards in recognition of their academic achievements and contributions. These include the School of Physical Science Deans Award from the University of Cape Coast, as well as being recognized as the Best student in BSc. Water and Sanitation for the 2015/2016 and 2016/2017 academic years. They have also received the Water and Sanitation Department Excellence Award and were named the Best graduating student in BSc. Water and Sanitation at the 51st Congregation of the University of Cape Coast. Additionally, they received the Very Rev. Professor D.K Doodo Award for being the Best graduating student in Water Quality at the University Of Cape Coast’s 51st congregation in September 2018.

Training:

Hassan Osman Hassan has participated in various training workshops and programs to enhance their skills and knowledge. They attended a Project Management Workshop organized by Technology Without Borders (Teog) from 10th to 14th January 2017. In February 2018, they took part in a Master Plan Workshop organized by UCC Water and Sanitation Unit in Ghana. Additionally, Hassan attended a Field Workshop on WASH organized by the WASH Youth Network in Ghana from 12th to 13th March 2020. They also participated in a Safety workshop organized by Golden Star Resources-Environmental Dept. on 19th February 2020. Most recently, Hassan attended the World Water Congress organized by the International Water Association in Copenhagen from 11th to 15th September 2022.

Skills:

Hassan Osman Hassan possesses a diverse range of skills that contribute to their professional success. They are goal-oriented and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Hassan is self-motivated, excels as a team player, and shows unwavering commitment to tasks. They are adept at maintaining composure under pressure and can work autonomously with or without direct supervision. Hassan is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and has experience with statistical software such as IBM SPSS, R, and RStudio, as well as GIS. In their leisure time, Hassan enjoys listening to music, driving, and engaging in sports. These hobbies provide a balance to their professional life and contribute to their overall well-being.

 

Prof Dr. Hicham Harrass | Space Science | Excellence in Research

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Prof Dr. Hicham Harrass | Space Science | Excellence in Research

Professor of Biophysics at Space Science, Biophysics Department, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco, Morocco

Mr. Kennedy Kipkoech is a career Biostatistician and Modeler with 14 years of experience in research and policy at health research institutions and government agencies. He can work with researchers, program implementers, and policymakers in scientific inquiries, generating and disseminating new knowledge to inform policy and programming. His research interests focus on using epidemiological methods and statistical and mathematical modeling approaches to understand transmission dynamics and control of infectious diseases, particularly the evaluation of the impact of program interventions on HIV, viral hepatitis, and non-communicable diseases epidemics.

Professional Profiles:

Academic:

Prof Dr Hicham Harrass has a Doctorate in Physical Sciences and Engineering, specializing in Medical Physics and Radioprotection, obtained from the Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, from 2013 to 2019. His thesis was titled “Contribution to the determination of doses of alpha, beta, and gamma radiation received by patients and medical personnel following the handling of radiopharmaceuticals in a nuclear medicine department.” He also holds a Master’s degree in Computer Physics from the Faculty of Sciences, Rabat, from 2009 to 2011, a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the Faculty of Sciences, Rabat, obtained in 2008-2009, a Diploma of Aptitude from the Royal Gendarmerie, Royal Gendarmerie School, Marrakech, from 2005 to 2007, a DEUG in Physics from the Polydisciplinary Faculty, Taza, from 2003 to 2005, and a Baccalaureate in Experimental Sciences from Sidi Azzouz High School, Taza, obtained in 2003.

Experience:

Since January 18, 2021, Prof Dr Hicham Harrass has been a Biophysics Professor at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Casablanca, Hassan II University, Casablanca. He has also been a Guest Lecturer at IPSITS in Casablanca since June 1, 2023. From February 1, 2020, to March 29, 2020, he worked as a Medical Physicist in the nuclear medicine department at Clinique Errahma in Marrakech. He completed an internship in the nuclear medicine department at the Oncology and Hematology Center, Med VI University Hospital in Marrakech, from December 25, 2019, to January 25, 2020. From 2012 to 2019, he taught “Environmental Protection” at the Royal Gendarmerie School in Marrakech. In 2018-2019, he worked as a Guest Lecturer at the Faculty of Sciences Semlalia in Marrakech, conducting practical work in nuclear physics and analytical mechanics for SMP5. He also completed a one-month internship in the radiotherapy department at the Oncology and Hematology Center of the Mohammed VI University Hospital in Marrakech from July 1, 2018, to August 1, 2018.

Conference Presentations:

On May 31, 2022, Prof Dr Hicham Harrass was a speaker at the scientific day of the Laboratory of Immuno-Genetics and Human Pathology on the theme “Modern Biotechnologies in Biomedicine.” The title of his conference was “Simulation using the GATE platform in medical physics,” held at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Casablanca. On April 11, 2021, he was a scientific speaker at the conference organized by USMBA and AMSSNUR on the theme “Nuclear and Health.” The title of his presentation was “Medical applications of ionizing radiation,” held at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Fès.

Training and Workshops:

From 2016 to 2020, Prof Dr Hicham Harrass underwent English training at the American Language Center in Marrakech. In February 2019, he completed additional training in Information and Communication Technology. On May 11, 2018, he participated in the workshop “Writing Scientific Articles” at the Faculty of Sciences Semlalia. From March 30, 2018, to April 1, 2018, he participated in the “Preparing My Professional Project (PMPP)” training at the Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Marrakech, as part of the USAID Career Center program.