Sebastian Paalo | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Sebastian Paalo | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology | Ghana

Dr. Sebastian Angzoorokuu Paalo is a Lecturer at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana, specializing in governance, peace and conflict studies, and international relations. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Queensland and has an interdisciplinary academic background from Oxford University and the University of Antwerp. His research focuses on Women, Peace and Security (WPS), African peacebuilding, geopolitics of critical minerals, and regional dynamics in the Sahel. Dr. Paalo has contributed to global policy and research initiatives, collaborating with institutions such as Chatham House, and actively engages in teaching, research supervision, and international scholarly networks.

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Nur Rusni | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Nur Rusni | Government and Public Policy Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Nur Rusni at Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia

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👨‍🔬 Academic Background

Nur Khafifah Rusni is an Environmental Engineering graduate from Hasanuddin University and currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Environmental Science at the University of Indonesia, focusing on environmental sustainability. With experience in microplastic analysis and air pollution research, she emphasizes honesty, smart work, and faith in achieving success.

🎓 Education

Nur Khafifah Rusni holds a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Hasanuddin University (2018-2022), graduating with a GPA of 3.81/4.00. She is currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Environmental Science at the University of Indonesia (2023-2024, expected), where she maintains a GPA of 3.94/4.00.

💼 Professional Experience

Nur is a Researcher for the Rainwater Harvesting project at the University of Indonesia (Apr 2023 – Present), where she leads workshops, builds installations, and facilitates discussions with local communities. She previously served as an Assistant Lecturer at Hasanuddin University (Feb 2022 – Aug 2022), supervising students and evaluating assignments. As an Assistant Laboratory member at Hasanuddin University (Jun 2021 – Nov 2022), she led surveys and trained students on geodetic tools. She also interned at PT. MRT Jakarta (Oct 2021 – Nov 2021), focusing on air and noise quality regulations and sampling.

🔬 Research Interests

Nur’s research interests include environmental sustainability, microplastic analysis, air pollution, and rainwater harvesting. She is dedicated to developing innovative solutions for environmental challenges and enhancing community awareness on sustainable practices.

📖 Publication

Analysis of Microplastics on Collector Roads Types 4/2 and 6/2 Makassar City
    • Author: NK Rusni
    • Journal: Universitas Hasanuddin
    • Year: 2022
Seawater desalination of arid regions: comparing the policy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Indonesia
    • Authors: NK Rusni, D Sutjiningsih, HS Hasibuan, RH Kostoer
    • Journal: Chinese Journal of Population, Resources and Environment
    • Year: 2024
Permasalahan sampah kota Makassar studi kasus TPA Tamangapa
    • Author: NK Rusni
    • Journal: Waste Handling and Environmental Monitoring
    • Year: 2024
Nickel export ban policy in Indonesia – a path to sustainable economic development?
    • Authors: H Setiani, R Valennia, NK Rusni
    • Journal: EcoProfit: Sustainable and Environment Business
    • Year: 2024
Stunting Alleviation in Kalibaru Subdistrict, North Jakarta through the Implementation of Integrated Urban Farming and Rainwater Harvesting System
    • Authors: R Anisa, NK Rusni, AF Mustafa, HS Hasibuan, A Sodri, SS Tumuyu, …
    • Journal: Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA
    • Year: 2023