Dr. Massami Rukiko | Development Economics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Massami Rukiko | Development Economics | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Development Economics, The University of Dodoma, Tanzania

👨‍🎓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:

Dr. Massami Rukiko completed her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the University of Dodoma (UDOM) in Dodoma, Tanzania, from 2016 to 2023. Her doctoral thesis was titled “Impact of Conditional Cash Transfer Program on Health Outcomes in Tanzania.” Prior to her PhD, she pursued a Master of Business Administration-Agribusiness at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) in Morogoro, Tanzania, from 2008 to 2010. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology from SUA, completed from 2004 to 2007.

Training & Experience:

Dr. Massami Rukiko has actively participated in several training workshops and courses to enhance her skills and knowledge. In June 2019, she attended a training workshop on impact evaluation, focusing on Introduction to Experimental and Quasi Experimental evaluation methods at the University of Dodoma. In March 2016, she participated in a course on Environmental Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for Process Upgrading and Eco-Design at the School of Agricultural Economics and Business Studies (SAEBS) at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA). In February 2016, she attended a training workshop on quality assurance and human resource management at the University of Dodoma. In April 2014, she participated in a training workshop for quality assurance also held at the University of Dodoma.

In addition to her training and workshops, Dr. Rukiko has held various academic and leadership roles. From September 2014 to March 2017, she served as the Head of the Department of Management Sciences at the University of Dodoma. Prior to this, from September 2012 to 2014, she held the role of Acting Head of the Department of Management Sciences at the same university. In October 2015, she was part of a team tasked with establishing factors affecting students’ performance for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. These experiences demonstrate her commitment to professional development and leadership in academia.

Noemi Papotti | Developmental Psychology

🎉🏆 Congratulations, Dr Noemi Papotti , on Your Outstanding Achievement as the Best Researcher! 🏆🎉
Dr Noemi Papotti : Leading Researcher in Developmental Psychology

PostDoc Researcher at University of Genoa, Italy

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.

🤝 Your involvement in various research projects, ministerial commissions, and teaching activities demonstrates a holistic approach to academia, combining research, teaching, and community engagement.

🌐 Your international experiences, from study tours to stays in different universities, highlight your commitment to global perspectives and collaboration in the field of psychology.

👏 We celebrate your achievements, and we are confident that your contributions will continue to make a significant impact on the field of developmental psychology. Wishing you continued success in your future endeavors! 🚀🌈

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Graduated in Social Services Technician (ITP) – Falcone Institute, Palazzolo sull’Oglio (BS).Degree in Psychological Sciences and Techniques – Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Brescia. Master’s Degree in Psychology of Clinical Interventions in Social Contexts – Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Brescia. Second-level Master’s Degree for the teaching of philosophical subjects in secondary schools – E-campus University. Advanced courses on SLDs (25 hours each) – Erikson Institute. Qualified for class B023 and A018 at secondary schools. PhD in Psychology – Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Brescia. Thesis: “The role of the context in ethnic bullying”

Additional Training:

Certificate of attendance for clinical qualification in ADOS and ADI-R for autism diagnostic evaluation (16 CME). Experiential Workshop on “The Treatment of Behavioral Disorders focus on the body” by AcaBS. Ongoing enrollment in the School of Specialization in Developmental and Adolescent Psychotherapy at AcaBS. Various courses on Multilevel Modeling, School Research Methods, and Statistics at different universities

Courses and Stays at Other Universities:

Study Tour at the University of Wisconsin, PSY334 Health Psychology. Course at the association “A casa non a caso” to become tutors for children with SLD and SEN. Teaching courses with Bortolato method for mathematics and Italian. Summer School on Psychology Research Methods & Statistics at Ulster University. Stay at the University of Stavanger, Norway in August 2022

Research Interests:

Inclusion, peer relationships, intergenerational relationships, multiethnicity, SEN, aggression, socialization, and perception of processes related to attitudes, diversity, school climate, bullying, cyberbullying, discriminatory bullying.

Work/Research Experience:

Volunteer civil service at the integration office for disabled people and children with SLD. Service Learning on school drop-out at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Internship at the Department of Psychology (Developmental Psychology area). Member of the MIUR ministerial commission for bullying and cyberbullying. Researcher at ISMU (Initiatives and Studies on Multiethnicity). Freelance Psychologist at the Center for the Developmental Age of Gavardo. Research fellow M-PSI/04 at the Department of Education Sciences DISFOR, University of Genoa

Teaching Activities:

Subject Expert in Developmental Psychology at the Faculty of Psychology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart. Subject Expert in Developmental Psychology at the Faculty of Political Science, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart. Subject Expert in Applied Research Methodology at the Faculty of Psychology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart. SPSS Laboratory Lecturer at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Memberships:

Member of AIP (Italian Association of Psychology). Member of EADP (European Association for Developmental Psychology). Member of ISSBD (International Society for the Study of Behavioral Development)

Awards & Recognitions:

  • Merit scholarship at EDUCATT Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
  • EDUCATT award for the master’s thesis
  • First place in Poster Award 2021 at the University of Stavanger

List of Publications:

  1. Papotti N., Caravita S. C. S. (2020). Ethnic bullying: who are those who attack classmates with a migrant background? PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH. 1/2020, pp 327-350, DOI: 10.3280/RIP2020-001015
  2. Papotti, N., Caravita, S. C. S., Bullying in the multiethnic school, in Boerchi, D., Valtolina, G. (ed.), For a school that welcomes the world, Edizioni Junior, Milan — ITA 2020: 2020 160- 175 [http://hdl.handle.net/10807/155501]
  3. Caravita, S. C. S., Papotti, N., Gutierrez Arvidsson, E., Thornberg, R., & Valtolina, G. G. (2021). Contact with migrants and perceived school climate as correlates of bullying toward migrants classmates. New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development, 2021(177), 141–157. https://doi.org/10.1002/cad.20400
  4. Iannello, N. M., Camodeca, M., Gelati, C., & Papotti, N. (2021). Prejudice and Ethnic Bullying Among Children: The Role of Moral Disengagement and Student-Teacher Relationship. Frontiers in Psychology, 12, 713081. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.713081
  5. Papotti, N. (2021). Ethnic bullying. Risk factors and protective factors. ISMU (initiatives for studies on multi-ethnicity). https://www.ismu.org/bullismo-etnico-fattori-di-rischio-efattori-di-protezione/

Language Proficiency:

  • Italian and English
    • Reading ability: C1
    • Writing Skills: B2
    • Oral expression skills: B2

Software Proficiency:

  • SPSS, Jasp, R.Studio, Atlas.ti
  • Basic knowledge of Mplus
  • Expert use of online data collection platforms
  • Expert in learning and PC support software

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