Fikadu Yirga | Data Analysis | Editorial Board Member

Mr. Fikadu Yirga | Data Analysis | Editorial Board Member

Mr. Fikadu Yirga at University of Gondar, Ethiopia

👨‍🎓 Profiles

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Fikadu Yirga Woldegebreal’s academic journey began at Mezezo Primary School, where he first developed his foundational knowledge from 2002 to 2009. His educational path continued at Mezezo Secondary School from 2010 to 2011, preparing him for advanced studies. He furthered his preparation at Debre Sina Preparatory School between 2012 and 2013, setting a solid groundwork for higher education. Fikadu then pursued a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management at Debre Markos University from 2014 to 2016, followed by a Master of Science in Sustainable Natural Resource Management at Wollo University from 2017 to 2018. These academic milestones reflect his strong commitment to understanding and addressing natural resource management challenges.

🏛️ Professional Endeavors

Fikadu’s professional career began as a lecturer at Oda Bultum University from 2018 to 2020. During his tenure, he developed a Non-Timber Forest Product Management module, which has been officially recognized and utilized by the university. His role allowed him to influence future professionals and contribute to academic resources in his field. His work in curriculum development and teaching demonstrates his dedication to advancing education in natural resource management.

📚 Contributions and Research Focus

Fikadu’s research is diverse and impactful, with several published articles in reputable journals. His studies include:

  • “Examining the Expansion of Agroforestry Practices and Their Management Practices in the Central Highlands of Ethiopia,” highlighting agroforestry growth and management.
  • “Exploring the Contribution of Agroforestry Practices to Income and Livelihoods of Rural Households in the Central Highlands of Ethiopia,” focusing on the socio-economic benefits of agroforestry.
  • “Impact of Altitude and Anthropogenic Disturbance on Plant Species Composition, Diversity, and Structure at the Wof-Washa Highlands of Ethiopia,” analyzing environmental influences on plant biodiversity.
  • “Farmers’ Choices and Factors Affecting Adoption of Climate Change Adaptation Strategies: Evidence from Northwestern Ethiopia,” studying climate adaptation among farmers.
  • “Time-Series Trend Analysis and Farmer Perceptions of Rainfall and Temperature in Northwestern Ethiopia,” examining climatic trends and farmer perceptions.
  • “Status of Energy Utilization and Factors Affecting Rural Households’ Adoption of Biogas Technology in Northwestern Ethiopia,” evaluating energy use and biogas adoption.
  • “Biogas Technology in Fuelwood Saving and Carbon Emission Reduction in Southern Ethiopia,” assessing biogas technology’s environmental benefits.

These contributions underscore Fikadu’s commitment to advancing sustainable practices and addressing environmental and socio-economic issues.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Fikadu has received notable recognition for his contributions to natural resource management. His development of the Non-Timber Forest Product Management module at Oda Bultum University earned him formal acknowledgment, reflecting his impact on educational resources. His research publications have also garnered respect within the academic community, highlighting his role as a distinguished scholar in sustainable resource management.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Fikadu’s work has had a significant impact on both academia and practical applications in natural resource management. His research on agroforestry and climate change adaptation offers valuable insights into sustainable practices. His studies on energy utilization and biogas technology contribute to environmentally friendly practices in rural areas. Through his teaching and research, Fikadu influences policies and practices in natural resource management, preparing future professionals to address environmental challenges.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

Fikadu Yirga Woldegebreal’s legacy is defined by his dedication to advancing natural resource management. His ongoing PhD studies at the University of Gondar, focusing on Forest and Livelihoods, promise to enhance his contributions further. His future work is expected to address critical environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices, continuing his role as a leading expert in the field.

📖 Publications

Examining the expansion of agroforestry practices and their management practices in the central highlands of Ethiopia
    • Authors: Yirga, F., Asfaw, Z., Alemu, A., Ewnetu, Z., Teketay, D.
    • Journal: Trees, Forests and People
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 17
    • Article Number: 100655
Exploring the Contribution of Agroforestry Practices to Income and Livelihoods of Rural Households in the Central Highlands of Ethiopia
    • Authors: Yirga, F., Asfaw, Z., Alemu, A., Ewnetu, Z., Teketay, D.
    • Journal: Agroforestry Systems
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 98
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 1355–1375
Time-series trend analysis and farmer perceptions of rainfall and temperature in northwestern Ethiopia
    • Authors: Marie, M., Yirga, F., Haile, M., Azadi, H., Scheffran, J.
    • Journal: Environment, Development and Sustainability
    • Year: 2021
    • Volume: 23
    • Issue: 9
    • Pages: 12904–12924
Status of energy utilization and factors affecting rural households’ adoption of biogas technology in north-western Ethiopia
    • Authors: Marie, M., Yirga, F., Alemu, G., Azadi, H.
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Year: 2021
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 3
    • Article Number: e06487
Biogas technology in fuelwood saving and carbon emission reduction in southern Ethiopia
    • Authors: Desta, G.A., Melka, Y., Sime, G., Marie, M., Haile, M.
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 6
    • Issue: 10
    • Article Number: e04791
Farmers’ choices and factors affecting adoption of climate change adaptation strategies: evidence from northwestern Ethiopia
    • Authors: Marie, M., Yirga, F., Haile, M., Tquabo, F.
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 6
    • Issue: 4
    • Article Number: e03867
Impact of altitude and anthropogenic disturbance on plant species composition, diversity, and structure at the Wof-Washa highlands of Ethiopia
    • Authors: Yirga, F., Marie, M., Kassa, S., Haile, M.
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 5
    • Issue: 8
    • Article Number: e02284

Jack Shu | Educational Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jack Shu | Educational Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong

👨‍🎓 Profile

Orcid Profile

🎓 Education

  • Master of Fine Arts in Drama (Directing), Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, 2015
  • Postgraduate Diploma of Education (Liberal Studies), Hong Kong Baptist University, 2008
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Drama Education), Institute of Education, University of Warwick, 2007
  • Master of Arts in Drama Education and Cultural Studies, Institute of Education, University of Warwick, 1998
  • Master of Philosophy (Translation), Hong Kong Baptist University, 1996
  • Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature (Merit), Hong Kong Baptist University, 1991
  • Honours Diploma in English Language and Literature (minor in Translation), Hong Kong Baptist College, 1989

🏢 Work Experience

Jack has had a distinguished career in academia and drama education. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor II at the School of Education and Languages, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, where he has been since July 2016. His role includes leading several undergraduate and master’s programs, such as the Bachelor of Language Studies with Honours [Applied Chinese Language Studies] and the Master of Education in Drama and Language Education. His responsibilities also extend to developing and coordinating various drama and language courses.

Before his current role, Jack worked as an Assistant Professor and Lecturer at Hong Kong Metropolitan University, and has held teaching and research positions at various institutions including QualiEd College and the Arts Education Section of the Curriculum Development Institute. His early career included roles in translation and editorial work with Oxford University Press and the Centre for Translation at HKBU.

🕒 Part-time Roles

Jack has contributed to the field of drama education through several part-time roles. He has lectured at the Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education and the Master of Drama Education program offered by Griffith University and Hong Kong Art School. Additionally, he has served as a tutor and lecturer for Chung Ying Theatre and the B.A. in Humanities program at Hong Kong Baptist University.

🏅 Professional Qualification

Jack is a registered teacher with the Hong Kong Education Bureau, holding Registration No.: R214278, since 2009.

🏆 Awards

In recognition of his outstanding teaching, Jack received the President’s Award for Teaching Excellence from the Open University of Hong Kong for the academic year 2015-16.

📚 Publications and Professional Works

Jack’s scholarly contributions include numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, such as “An Autoethnography of Teaching Drama to Student Teachers in Hong Kong” (2024) and “Facets of Human Conditions—Some Artistic Records and Ethnotheatrical Interpretations of Ex-gambling Addicts” (2023). He is also recognized for his major performing arts productions, including directing and playwrighting works like “My Sister’s Keeper” (2024) and “The Ugly Ducklings’ Taiwan Experience” (2023). His research includes funded projects like “Stage for Positive Ageing: Oral History Theatre by Older People” (2024-2026) and the “Jockey Club ‘Fun with Classical Chinese’ Drama Education Research Project” (2023-2025).

📖 Edited Works

Jack co-edited the Journal of Drama and Theatre Education in Asia in 2011 and 2012, contributing significantly to the field’s literature.

🛠️ Consultancies and Other Services

Jack provides consultancy services and is an editorial board member for various journals. He also serves as a subject specialist for the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications and is the Vice-Chairperson of the Hong Kong Institute of Drama and Theatre Education. His additional roles include tutoring, speaking, and adjudicating for numerous educational and cultural institutions.

📖 Publications

An Autoethnography of Teaching Drama to Student Teachers in Hong Kong

    • Author: Jack Shu
    • Journal: Education Sciences
    • Year: 2024

The art of growing old: oral history theatre plays a part

    • Author: Jack Shu
    • Journal: RIDE-The Journal of Applied Theatre and Performance
    • Year: 2022

Ethnodrama with Hong Kong problem gamblers and their family: between ethnographic reality and dramatic fiction

    • Author: Jack Shu
    • Journal: RIDE-The Journal of Applied Theatre and Performance
    • Year: 2020

Forum theatre by ex-gambling addicts – the Chinese family

    • Author: Jack Shu
    • Journal: NJ-Drama Australia Journal
    • Year: 2018

Theatre of the Oppressed on love, sex and gender: Hong Kong students’ reflections

    • Author: Jack Shu
    • Journal: Applied Theatre Research
    • Year: 2016

Return of the ghost – to discipline or/and to teach?

    • Author: Jack Shu
    • Journal: Asia Pacific Journal of Education
    • Year: 2010

Zhongzhong Hu, Data Analysis, Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Zhongzhong Hu, Data Analysis, Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Zhongzhong Hu at Wenzhou Medical University, China

🔗Profile

Orcid Profile

🏃‍♂️ Academic Background

Hu Zhongzhong is a passionate and accomplished professional in the field of physical education and sports training. He has demonstrated excellence both academically and athletically, earning recognition for his research contributions and athletic achievements. As a dedicated educator and researcher, Hu focuses on advancing sports performance and strength training methodologies.

🎓 Education

Hu Zhongzhong completed his Bachelor of Physical Education at Beijing Sport University in 2018, where he ranked second in Zhejiang Province and published a paper in the CSSCI journal. He continued his studies at the same institution, earning a Master of Physical Education and Training in 2021. During his graduate studies, he published another paper in the CSSCI journal, cementing his reputation as a top-performing student.

🏅 Professional Experience

After graduating, Hu joined Wenzhou Medical University, where he played a pivotal role in physical education teaching and track and field team training. In addition to his teaching duties, he collaborates with the China Track and Field Academy of Beijing Sport University, focusing on sports performance analysis and strength training research for high-level athletes. His athletic prowess is highlighted by his victory in the men's 400m championship at the university sports meet, clocking an impressive 49.44 seconds.

🔍 Research Interests

Hu Zhongzhong's research interests lie in sports performance analysis and strength training. He is particularly interested in comparing various training methods to enhance athletic performance, with a focus on evidence-based practices. His work aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical applications in sports training.

📖 Publication Top Noted

Acute effects of eccentric overload training with different loading doses in male sprinters
    • Authors: Y. Liu, J. Zhang, Z. Hu, et al.
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Year: 2024
Comparing the Effect of Isoinertial Flywheel Training and Traditional Resistance Training on Maximal Strength and Muscle Power in Healthy People: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    • Authors: Z. Hu, Y. Liu, K. Huang, et al.
    • Journal: Life
    • Year: 2024
Research on the Influence of Bolt’s Technical Changes on His Performance of the 100-meter Dash—Taking the 2009 and 2017 World Athletics Championships as Examples
    • Authors: X. Yuan, Z. Hu, T. Yuan, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Beijing Sport University
    • Year: 2021
Competitive Ability Characteristics and Winning Rules of Winter Olympic Glissading Events
    • Authors: X. Yuan, Z. Hu, L. Jing, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Beijing Sport University
    • Year: 2019