Salsa Muafiroh | Social Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Published on 02/06/202502/06/2025 by Citation Awards

Salsa Muafiroh | Social Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Ms. Salsa Muafiroh, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia

Salsa Mu’afiroh is a dynamic and passionate geography scholar from Universitas Indonesia, currently enrolled in a fast-track Master of Geography Science program. With over 7 years of combined academic and practical experience, she excels in GIS analysis, sustainable development, and cultural heritage studies. Salsa has served as a Research Assistant, Project Coordinator, and intern at UNESCO, contributing significantly to various national and international initiatives. Her leadership roles include being President of both the Geography Study Club and the Student Research and Creativity Club at Universitas Indonesia. Known for her analytical skills and project management expertise, she has presented at prestigious conferences and published impactful research in Scopus-indexed journals. Salsa is also a multi-award-winning student recognized for her academic excellence, community service, and innovative research contributions. Her commitment to disaster risk reduction, urban heritage preservation, and sustainability reflects her dedication to using geography as a tool for transformative social and environmental impact.

Publication Profile

google scholar

Education

Salsa Mu’afiroh is currently pursuing a fast-track Master of Geography Science at Universitas Indonesia (Aug 2024 – Jul 2025), following the successful completion of her Bachelor of Geography at the same university (Aug 2020 – Jul 2024). During her undergraduate studies, she was named the Most Outstanding Student of FMIPA UI 2023 and received the prestigious Beasiswa Unggulan from Bank Indonesia. Her academic journey is marked by an exceptional blend of research, fieldwork, and leadership. Salsa has represented her institution as a presenter at over three international conferences, showcasing her research in geography, disaster management, and sustainability. Her education has been enriched by intensive training in GIS, cultural mapping, satellite image analysis, and policy research. Through a strong academic foundation and early integration of postgraduate-level research, she demonstrates a commitment to solving real-world issues, particularly in the fields of human geography, sustainable urban planning, and disaster resilience across Southeast Asia.

Experience

Salsa Mu’afiroh brings robust experience in research, project management, and international collaboration. Currently serving as a Research Intern at UNESCO’s Disaster Risk Reduction Unit, she assesses risks to 61 ASEAN heritage sites. Earlier, she worked as a Research Assistant on a Universitas Indonesia grant project, where she managed data operations, analyzed satellite imagery, and contributed to publications and conference presentations. As Project Officer for a cartography seminar hosted by the Jakarta Maritime Museum, she organized large-scale events and ensured cross-sector collaboration. Salsa also led as Project Coordinator for the Ministry of Culture’s international heritage initiative, authoring research cited in policy and academic works. Her leadership roles include presiding over Universitas Indonesia’s Geography Study Club and PKM Center. These experiences highlight her proficiency in GIS, DRR policy, heritage mapping, and sustainable development communication—making her a valuable contributor in academic, government, and NGO settings.

Awards and Honors

Salsa Mu’afiroh is a highly decorated student, earning multiple national and international honors. She was named the Most Outstanding Student II of FMIPA UI in 2023 and Most Outstanding Student of the Geography Department in 2022. She won 1st Place in several National Scientific Paper Competitions held by Universitas Gadjah Mada, Universitas Lambung Mangkurat, Universitas Negeri Makassar, and Universitas Mulawarman. At the international level, she secured 3rd Place in the ASEAN Geospatial Challenge 2023 and 1st Place in an International Scientific Paper Competition at Universitas Gadjah Mada. Salsa was recognized for excellence in presentation and research at major conferences such as the American Institute for Indonesian Studies and the South East ASEAN Surveyor Congress. Her work has been honored with Best Paper and Best Poster awards and has consistently been supported through merit-based scholarships such as Beasiswa Unggulan Bank Indonesia, reflecting her outstanding academic and leadership achievements.

Research Focus

Salsa Mu’afiroh’s research is deeply rooted in human geography, with a special focus on urban heritage, disaster risk reduction (DRR), sustainable development, and GIS-based environmental planning. She has applied advanced spatial analysis techniques—like AHP and SMCE modeling—to assess land use, solar farm suitability, and biomass stock. Her work intersects policy and practice, especially in mapping vulnerabilities in heritage sites against disasters such as tsunamis. Salsa’s innovative use of GAN-based mapping in cultural cartography showcases her integration of AI in spatial research. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and often aligns her projects with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Her recent research with UNESCO investigates DRR strategies across ASEAN’s UNESCO heritage sites. She is also involved in the development of geospatial tools and educational resources for urban cultural preservation. Her ultimate goal is to bridge academic research and community needs through geospatial intelligence, contributing meaningfully to regional resilience and heritage conservation.

Publication Top Notes

📘 Biomass Stock Estimation Using Landsat 8 Imagery in Bukit Tigapuluh National Park, Riau (2024)
📘 Mapping the Exposure of Developed Land to Tsunami in Supporting Disaster Mitigation in Kulon Progo Regency, Yogyakarta (2023)
📘 GIS-Based Suitability Analysis for PV Solar Farm Using Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) in Sikka Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province (2023)
📘 SMCE Model for Commercial Areas Suitability in Serang City (2022)
📘 Analisis Ekonomi Daerah Kabupaten Garut dalam Upaya Mendukung Ekonomi Digital SDGs 2030 (2022)
📘 Optimalisasi Pemanfaatan Bekatul (Rice Bran) dan Ampas Tahu Menjadi Siomay sebagai Makanan Diet Sehat Rendah Lemak (2021)

Nomatter Sande | Social Sciences | Best Research Article Award

Published on 03/05/202503/05/2025 by Citation Awards

Nomatter Sande | Social Sciences | Best Research Article Award

Dr Nomatter Sande, University of South Africa, United Kingdom

Dr. Nomatter Sande is a religion and society scholar passionate about the role of faith in social transformation. With a special focus on migration, diaspora, interfaith dialogue, and ethnic minorities, his work bridges theory and empirical research across interdisciplinary contexts. He has contributed significantly to understanding how religion fosters belonging, integration, and advocacy in marginalized communities. Currently a Research Associate at the University of Glasgow and a Research Fellow at the University of South Africa, Dr. Sande is part of major international research projects, including the ESRC-funded RASTAY initiative. His scholarly output spans numerous peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes. Driven by philanthropy and equipped with strong interpersonal skills, Dr. Sande is committed to community impact and academic excellence. He frequently presents at international conferences and collaborates with global research networks. His research not only explores theology but also informs policy and practice for inclusive, just, and diverse societies.

Publication Profile

scopus

Education

Dr. Nomatter Sande’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Religious Studies (2006–2010) at the University of Zimbabwe, where he developed a strong foundation in religious analysis and African theology. He pursued a Master of Arts in Religious Studies (2010–2012) at the same institution, where his interest in religion and marginality deepened. His doctoral work at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (2014–2018), culminated in a PhD in Religion and Social Transformation. His dissertation focused on the transformative role of faith within African diaspora communities. Dr. Sande is currently advancing his academic practice through a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PgCAP) (2025–2026), further enhancing his pedagogical and curriculum development skills. His education has laid a solid foundation for his interdisciplinary research, combining theological insight with sociological frameworks to address contemporary challenges faced by minority and migrant faith communities.

Experience

Dr. Sande brings over a decade of research experience at the intersection of religion, migration, and social change. As a Research Associate (2023–2024) at the University of Glasgow, he led ethnographic research for the ESRC-funded RASTAY project, focusing on youth experiences in Birmingham and London. He designed fieldwork strategies, conducted interviews, and facilitated training workshops. From 2021–2024, he served as a Research Fellow at the University of South Africa (RIIT), authoring culturally nuanced scholarly works addressing gender, disability, and ecclesiology. His collaborative work with international teams has yielded significant academic output and community engagement. Dr. Sande has also presented at prestigious conferences and published widely across top journals. His interdisciplinary approach is enriched by his commitment to applied research, philanthropy, and intercultural dialogue. He continues to influence both academic discourse and grassroots initiatives that promote inclusion, justice, and human dignity through religious and social transformation.

Awards and Honors

While specific awards and honors are not explicitly listed, Dr. Nomatter Sande’s academic profile reflects significant recognition through prestigious roles and funded research. His appointment as a Research Associate on the ESRC-funded RASTAY project at the University of Glasgow is indicative of his scholarly reputation and leadership in social transformation studies. His role as a Research Fellow at the University of South Africa’s RIIT underscores recognition for his expertise in theology, diaspora studies, and intercultural research. He has been invited to present at international conferences and contributes regularly to high-impact journals—further validating his academic standing. His work is often cited for its originality, depth, and contribution to contemporary debates in religious studies. With multiple peer-reviewed publications and collaborative authorship with scholars across Africa and Europe, Dr. Sande continues to build a distinguished record that may position him for future awards, keynote invitations, and honorary academic titles.

Research Focus

Dr. Nomatter Sande’s research sits at the confluence of religion, migration, and social transformation. He explores how faith traditions shape and are shaped by the experiences of diaspora communities, especially in the context of African Pentecostalism. His scholarship investigates the role of religion in identity formation, integration, and community resilience among migrants and ethnic minorities. He also engages deeply with topics such as interfaith dialogue, gender, disability, ecological theology, and human rights—examining how religious beliefs both support and challenge social inclusion. Dr. Sande combines theoretical reflection with ethnographic fieldwork, offering grounded insights from interviews and participant observation. His interdisciplinary approach connects theology, sociology, and political science, addressing global challenges such as xenophobia, mental health, and gender inequality. He is especially interested in how diasporic churches adapt to and influence their host societies. His work is policy-relevant, aiming to inform religious leadership, academic discourse, and social cohesion strategies.

Publication Top Notes

📖 Building Homes in Babylon: Jeremiah 29:4–7 and African Diasporic Activism in the UK
👩‍🦰 Theologies of Women’s Submission and the COVID-19 Pandemic
🔮 African Diaspora Pentecostals Deliverance Practices and the Lived Reality in the UK
🧠 Women Mental Health Illness and COVID-19 in Zimbabwe: A Gendered Perspective
🛐 Theologies for the Welfare of Church Ministers: Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe
🌿 Ecology and Theology Together within African Pentecostal Worship Liturgy
♿ Going Beyond Christian Doctrinal Disability Discourses to Embrace Human Rights in Zimbabwe
🌍 Spirit-led Missions: African Pentecostal Missions Theology in Diasporic Contexts
🗣️ Hate Speech as a Politico-Religious Tool in Contemporary Zimbabwe
🧼 ‘Wash and Pray’: Christianity and Science During COVID-19 in Zimbabwe
🙏 Do Persons with Disability Need Healing? African Pentecostal Perspective in Zimbabwe
💒 Pastoral Ministry from the Margins: Pastors’ Wives in Apostolic Faith Mission
👥 Youth Identity Crisis in the Diaspora: Christian Zimbabweans in the UK
🕊️ African Pentecostal Practices and Cultural Adaptation in a Changing World
🌱 Greening Faith and Herbology in Pentecostalism in Zimbabwe
🚪 Disability Theology and Liberation Praxis in Apostolic Faith Mission of Zimbabwe
🌐 Diaspora Practical Theology: Culture, Ethnicity and Identity in UK-African Churches
🛐 Pastoral Ministry and Disability: Apostolic Faith Mission in Zimbabwe
📜 Historicizing the Apostolic Faith Mission in the United Kingdom

Thomais Rousoulioti | Social Sciences | Best Research Article Award

Published on 02/05/202502/05/2025 by Citation Awards

Thomais Rousoulioti | Social Sciences | Best Research Article Award

Dr Thomais Rousoulioti, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

Thomais Rousoulioti is a dedicated scholar in Applied Linguistics, specializing in the teaching and assessment of Greek as a second or foreign language. With over two decades of academic and practical experience, she has significantly contributed to language education policy, curriculum development, and teacher training in Greece and abroad. Holding a PhD from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, she has served as a lecturer, curriculum coordinator, and content editor for various educational programs. Currently, she teaches at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the Hellenic Open University, while also coordinating the postgraduate program “Teaching Greek as a Second/Foreign Language” at the University of Nicosia. She has conducted seminars and workshops globally and has played an instrumental role in the Greek Language Certification exams. Passionate about language acquisition in multilingual contexts, she integrates innovative teaching strategies and evidence-based assessment practices to enhance language education outcomes for diverse learner populations.

Publication Profile

scopus

Education

Thomais Rousoulioti earned her PhD in Applied Linguistics from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, with her thesis focusing on “Non-simple lexical units and the learning of Modern Greek as a second/foreign language.” Supported by a State Scholarship Foundation of Greece fellowship, her doctoral research emphasized the assessment of Greek language proficiency. She also completed postdoctoral research in 2022 on morphological analysis and vocabulary teaching strategies in multilingual settings. She holds two master’s degrees: one in Language and Communication Sciences from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, with a thesis on comparative language teaching, and another in Adult Education from the Hellenic Open University, where she researched vocabulary comprehension strategies in military education contexts. Additionally, she holds undergraduate degrees from the Departments of Greek Literature and Journalism and Mass Communication at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Her academic trajectory reflects a strong interdisciplinary approach to linguistics, pedagogy, and language policy.

Experience

Since 2017, Thomais Rousoulioti has served as special teaching staff at the Department of Italian Language and Literature, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. From 2010 to 2017, she worked at the Centre for the Greek Language, contributing to the development of language certification exams and global harmonization efforts based on CEFR levels. She has over a decade of experience teaching Greek as a second language at all proficiency levels, notably at the Institute for Continuing Adult Education and the Military School of Corps Officers in Thessaloniki. She has taught at the Hellenic Open University since 2016 and coordinated various training programs, including “Routes” and “Channel,” aimed at educators in the diaspora. Internationally, she has conducted training seminars in China, the UK, Sweden, Serbia, Ukraine, Belgium, and Cyprus. She also coordinates the MA program “Teaching Greek as a Second/Foreign Language” at the University of Nicosia, Cyprus.

Awards and Honors

While specific individual awards are not formally listed in the provided biography, Thomais Rousoulioti’s distinguished academic path reflects significant recognition and trust from national and international institutions. Her PhD studies were fully funded by the prestigious State Scholarship Foundation of Greece—an honor awarded to top-tier doctoral candidates. Her leadership roles, including coordination of international programs, and her invitations to present seminars globally—from Brussels to Mariupol and from Belgrade to Beijing—highlight the esteem in which she is held by the global Greek language education community. Her involvement with national education reform, curriculum development, and the official certification process for Greek language proficiency, as well as her contributions to teacher training through recognized programs like “Routes,” reflect both peer recognition and national educational impact. Additionally, being selected to conduct the first training seminar on teaching Greek in China (2018) further illustrates her international educational influence.

Research Focus

Thomais Rousoulioti’s research centers on applied linguistics, with a primary focus on second/foreign language acquisition and vocabulary instruction in multilingual contexts. Her PhD thesis explored complex lexical units in Modern Greek and how they influence language learning outcomes. She has since expanded her work to include vocabulary comprehension strategies, morphological analysis, and assessment methodologies in multilingual classrooms. Her postdoctoral research in 2022 examined teaching strategies for vocabulary development in diverse linguistic environments. Rousoulioti is also deeply involved in assessment design, particularly related to the Certificate of Attainment in Greek, aligning her work with the CEFR framework. Her teaching and research are grounded in real-world educational needs, including military and adult education contexts, as well as refugee and migrant language instruction. Her interdisciplinary approach blends theoretical linguistics with practical pedagogy, focusing on teacher training, language proficiency measurement, and multicultural classroom dynamics.

Publication Top Notes

✏️ CLICK – Teaching Book for Greek as L2 (2013–2016, Ziti Publications)
📘 Models of Curricula for the Teaching of Greek as a Second/Foreign Language (2015, Ziti Publications)
📚 Support Material for Teaching Greek Abroad (2015, Ziti Publications)
🧾 Certification of Attainment in Greek: New Comprehensive Examination Syllabus (2013, Ziti Publications)
🧑‍🏫 Enhancing Assessment Literacy for Teachers of Less Commonly Taught Languages: Insights from Greek as a Second Language (2025, Trends in Higher Education)
💬 Memorizing Vocabulary in Multilingual Classrooms: Strategies Adopted by Teachers in Distance Education (2023, Societies)
🏫 Multicultural Approaches to Non-Intercultural Schools: Philologists’ Views and Attitudes in Mixed Classes in Athens (2023, in 24th ISTAL Selected Papers)

RECOMMENDED

Mail us