Mrs. Deborah Ishaku | Geography | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Deborah Ishaku | Geography | Best Researcher Award

Gombe State Polytechnic, Gombe, Nigeria.

Deborah Ishaku is a dedicated academic and researcher with a passion for climate change and human habitat issues. Her career objective is to positively impact people's lives through education, addressing challenges for sustainable growth and development in Nigeria and beyond. She is a disciplined, innovative, and result-oriented professional with strong teamwork and presentation skills.

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Education 🎓

Deborah Ishaku is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Climate Change and Human Habitat through the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL). She holds a Master of Technology in Environmental Management (2019) from the Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria. She earned her B.Sc. in Geography, Second Class Upper Division (2014) from Gombe State University, Nigeria. In 2021, she completed a Certificate in French Language Training from the University of Lome, Togo, which enhances her language skills and global communication. Additionally, Deborah holds a Senior Secondary School Certificate (2008) and a First School Leaving Certificate (2002), providing a solid academic foundation for her career.

Experience 🧑‍🏫

Deborah is currently the Dean of the School of General Studies and a Lecturer II at Gombe State Polytechnic since 2024. She has previously worked as a Lecturer III and Assistant Lecturer at the same institution, with experience spanning from 2017 to 2023. Her early career includes serving as a Geography Tutor during her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at Sule Lamido University in Jigawa State. She also contributed to extra-moral classes and community service projects.

Research Interests 🔬

Climate Change & Environmental Trends

Deborah investigates rainfall and temperature trends in Nigeria, aiming to understand how climate change is affecting the region's weather patterns and its implications for the environment.

Urbanization & Climate Change

She is particularly interested in the intersection of urbanization and climate change, exploring how rapid urban growth impacts the environment and contributes to climate change, especially in urban areas of Nigeria.

Sustainable Development of Natural Resources

Deborah's research also focuses on the sustainable development of natural resources, with a particular emphasis on water resources and tourism. She examines how these resources can be managed effectively to support both the environment and local communities.

Publication 📚

Analysis of the Observed Trends in Rainfall and Temperature Patterns in North-Eastern Nigeria, Published: December 11, 2024, Journal: Climate, Contributors: Deborah Ishaku, Emmanuel Tanko Umaru, Abel Aderemi Adebayo, Ralf Löwner, Appollonia Aimiosino Okhimamhe. Link

 

 

 

 

Arebu Yimer | Irrigation | Best Researcher Award

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🌟Mr. Arebu Yimer | Irrigation | Best Researcher Award🏆

Mr.Arebu Yimer,Mekdela Amba University, Ethiopia,

Mr. Arebu Yimer is a distinguished academic affiliated with Mekdela Amba University in Ethiopia. He has made significant contributions to the institution through his research, teaching, and community engagement. Mr. Yimer is known for his dedication to advancing education and fostering academic excellence. His work not only enhances the university’s reputation but also positively impacts the local and broader academic communities. Through his commitment to scholarly pursuits and educational development, Mr. Yimer continues to inspire both colleagues and students alike.

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Education

Master of Science Degree in Agronomy, Hawassa University, Ethiopia,November 21, 2018, with great distinction (Grade: 3.8/4.0).,Website: Hawassa University,Bachelor of Science Degree in Plant Science, Debre Berhan University, Ethiopia,July 07, 2011, with a grade of 3.63/4.0.,Website: Debre Berhan University

Professional Training

Training Course on Hybrid Rice Comprehensive Technology for Developing Countries
Sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China
May 24, 2023, to June 6, 2023.,Website: LPHT,2023 Training Course on Hybrid Maize Comprehensive Technology for Developing Countries,Sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China
April 13, 2023, to April 26, 2023.
Website: LPHT,Climate Risk Management in Agriculture (CRMA)
Organized by Mekdela Amba University, Ethiopia, 2023.Food Security in a Changing Climate,Wageningen Centre of Development Innovation, 2021,Sponsored by the Netherlands Government,September 21, 2021, to December 3, 2021.,Website: Wageningen University & Research,Training Course on Green Ecological and Safe Storage Technology
Henan University of Technology, Sponsored by the China Government
October 17, 2021, to December 17, 2021.Leadership and Emotional Intelligence
Indian School of Business, India,October 21, 2020, to December 23, 2020.,Training Methodology for Vocational Instructors in the Field Crop Production,Organized by GIZ CONSULT, part of the NIRAS GROUP with GIC ATVET, 2019.

Work Experience

Coordinator of Research, Community Service, and Technology Transfer
College of Agriculture and Natural Resource, from December 1, 2023, to present.,Coordinator of Academic Relevance and Quality Assurance,College of Agriculture and Natural Resource, from November 2019 to November 2023.,Teaching Responsibilities: Plant physiology, Agro-climatology, Practice and principles of irrigation, Crop production and management, Plant nutrition and soil fertility, Plant ecology, Postharvest handling of horticultural and field crops, Seed Science and Technology, Principles, Design and Analysis of Agricultural Experiments, and Research methods.,Research Activities: Conducting problem-solving research projects on plant nutrition, soil health and fertility, crop improvement, crop yield and quality; conducting laboratory and field experiments; collecting and analyzing experimental data.

Educational Experience

Instructor: School of Nursing and Midwifery (educational and clinical),Teaching Theoretical Courses: Management, infants, children, principles and techniques of nursing, medical surgical nursing,Teaching Practical Courses: Nursing principles and techniques,Clinical Instructor: Pediatric internship and internship units, NICU, and management of nursing and midwifery students,Lecturer: One-day strategic management workshop, Tehran University of Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences,Teacher: Retraining programs for nursing staff including hospital management (10 theoretical hours, 2017), training of vital signs (6 theoretical hours and 4 practical hours, 2019), NICU special care (20 theoretical hours, 2017), hospital management for two-day hospital managers (2018), and ICU instructor for two-day hospital staff (2019)

Previously Affiliated Institutions and Positions Held

Alage Agricultural Technical Vocational Education and Training (ATVET) College,Junior Instructor to Senior Instructor
November 11, 2011, to August 22, 2019.,Leader and Teacher of Specialization and Scaling Up Training on Horticulture and Field Crops,October 2013 to June 2014.,Focal Person in SNV Horti-life Project
December 2018 to August 2019.

 

Publications 

1.Seid, M., & Arebu, H. (2023). Influence of deficit irrigation levels on agronomic performance of pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) under drip at alage, central rift valley of Ethiopia. PLoS ONE, 18(11), e0280639. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0280639.

2.Arebu, H.Y., Nuru, S.T., & Melese, W./silasie. (2023). Evaluation of different species of earthworm for adaptability at Borena District, South Wollo Ethiopia. Agricultural and Biological Research, 39(4), 1-6.

3.Arebu, H.Y. (2022). Role of Combined Fertilizer Application on Soil Fertility, Growth and Yield of Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.). Agricultural Science Digest, 42(6), 665-670. https://doi.org/10.18805/ag.AF-693.

4.Arebu, H.Y. (2022). Postharvest Management Practices of Maize in Ethiopia: A Review. Agricultural Science Digest, 42(5), 521-527. https://doi.org/10.18805/ag.DF-414.

5.Arebu, H.Y. (2022). Influence of Organic Fertilizers on Productivity of Barley: A Review. Agricultural Science Digest, 42(2), 121-127. https://doi.org/10.18805/ag.DF-374.

6.Arebu, H. (2021). Effect of Critical Period of Weed Competition and Its Management Option in Sweet Corn [Zea mays (L.) var. saccharata strut] Production: A Review. Agricultural Reviews, 42(3), 308-314. https://doi.org/10.18805/ag.R-189.

7.Arebu, H. (2021). Important of applying intercropping for sustainable crop production: A Review. International Journal of Research in Agronomy, 4(2), 37-40. https://doi.org/10.33545/2618060X.2021.v4.i2a.81.

8.Arebu, H. (2021). Impact of temperature and relative humidity in quality and shelf life of mango fruit. Journal of Current Research in Food Science, 3(1), 46-50. https://doi.org/10.33545/26631067.2021.v3.i1a.62.

9.Arebu, H. (2020). Review on Response of Cereal Crops to Climate Change. Advances in Bioscience and Bioengineering, 8(4), 63-72. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.abb.20200804.11.

10.Arebu, H., Walelign, W., & Moltot, Z. (2019). Effects of Deficit Irrigation and Phosphorus Levels on Growth, Yield, Yield Components and Water use Efficiency of Mung Bean (Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek) at Alage, Central Rift Valley of Ethiopia. Agricultural Research & Technology: Open Access Journal, 21(3), 556167. https://doi.org/10.19080/ARTOAJ.2019.21.556167.