Mrs. Caroline Schio | Sensor-Enhanced Education | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Caroline Schio, University of Lisbon, Portugal

Caroline Schio is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in oceanography, environmental education, and agroecosystems. Currently pursuing a PhD in Science Didactics at Universidade de Lisboa, her work focuses on integrating ocean citizenship into basic education through innovative design-based research. With a strong background in socio-environmental education and practical learning, Caroline has led and participated in various research projects, including developing pedagogical models and guides for environmental literacy. Her professional experience spans roles as an educator and president at Instituto Monitoramento Mirim Costeiro in Brazil, and she has contributed to environmental education through numerous publications and conferences. Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, Caroline is committed to advancing environmental awareness and citizen science.

Professional Profile:

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Suitability Summary for Best Researcher Award

Researcher: Caroline Schio

Summary:

Caroline Schio is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, recognized for her impactful research and dedication to advancing environmental education and oceanography. Her interdisciplinary approach, combining scientific research with practical education, underscores her significant contributions to the field.

🎓Education:

Caroline Schio is currently pursuing a PhD in Science Didactics at Universidade de Lisboa / Instituto de Educação, Portugal, starting in September 2020. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Agroecosystems from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil, awarded in April 2015. Additionally, Caroline completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Fisheries Economics and Management from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain, in June 2009. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor in Oceanography from Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Brazil, obtained in December 2007.

🏢Work Experience:

Caroline Schio has been awarded a PhD Scholarship by Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia at Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal, from November 2023 to November 2025. Prior to this, she worked as a Technician for the Programa Maçarico de Literacia do Oceano at CoLab +ATLANTIC, Portugal, from March 2021 to October 2022. Caroline served as both an Educator and President at Instituto Monitoramento Mirim Costeiro in Brazil from February 2018 to February 2023. She also worked as an Editor and Columnist in the Socioenvironmental Area at Jornal da Praia, Brazil, from July 2011 to December 2012. Earlier in her career, Caroline volunteered as a Researcher at Parque Nacional Manuel Antônio in Costa Rica from December 2006 to February 2007 and worked as an Environmental Educator at Instituto Ambiental Kat Schürmann, Brazil, from December 2005 to March 2006.

Publication Top Notes:

Design of a Pedagogical Model to Foster Ocean Citizenship in Basic Education
Cultura Oceânica para a Economia Azul
Ocean Literacy for the Blue Economy
Criaturas da Barra e das Demais Praias da Região de Garopaba-SC
Monitoramento Mirim Costeiro

Assoc Prof Dr. Eyob Hirpa Tola | Education Award | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor in Veterinary Microbiology at Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia

Eyob Hirpa Tola is a lecturer at Addis Ababa University, College of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, with over 10 years of teaching experience. He has held various administrative roles, including Dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine at Wollega University. Eyob holds a Master of Science in Veterinary Microbiology from Addis Ababa University and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Haramaya University. He is proficient in Afaan Oromo and English, with digital skills in data analysis tools, Microsoft Office, and virtual meeting platforms. Eyob has presented at conferences, received honors and awards for his contributions to veterinary medicine and education, and is involved in research projects focusing on zoonotic diseases and viral outbreaks in Ethiopia.

Professional Profile

Education and Training: 🎓

Eyob Hirpa Tola earned his Master of Science in Veterinary Microbiology from Addis Ababa University, College Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, Bishoftu, Ethiopia, completing his studies from September 2011 to July 2013. His thesis focused on the performance evaluation of the Mycobacterium bovis antibody test for diagnosing bovine tuberculosis in Ethiopia. Prior to this, Eyob obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Haramaya University, College Of Veterinary Medicine, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia. His DVM thesis involved the isolation and identification of Salmonella spp from apparently healthy slaughtered cattle in Haramaya municipal abattoir, Ethiopia. Eyob also holds a certificate in Leadership from the Ethiopian Institute for Higher Education (Eihe), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, which he completed from October 2020 to April 2021. Additionally, he obtained a Higher Diploma Certificate in Teaching Methods from Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia, completing the program from September 2020 to November 2021. Eyob further enhanced his teaching skills by completing a Certificate in Master Class for Teaching Online (Open edX) from Canvas Credentials (Badgr), Arizona State University.

Job Experiences:👨‍🏫

Eyob Hirpa Tola has a rich and diverse work experience in academia. He currently serves as a Lecturer at Addis Ababa University, College of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture, Bishoftu, Ethiopia, a position he has held since July 2022. Prior to this, he was a Lecturer at Wollega University, School of Veterinary Medicine, Nekemte, Ethiopia, from August 2019 to October 2022. Eyob also served as a Lecturer at Wollega University, School of Veterinary Medicine, Nekemte, Ethiopia, from October 2013 to August 2019. Eyob’s administrative experience includes serving as the Dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine at Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia, from June 2018 to September 2022. Before that, he was the Head of the Department of Veterinary Science and Laboratory Technology at the same institution from October 2017 to June 2018. Additionally, Eyob served as the Postgraduate Program Coordinator at Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia, from January 2015 to October 2017. Throughout his career, Eyob has demonstrated a strong commitment to education and has contributed significantly to the field of veterinary medicine through his teaching, research, and administrative roles.

Administrative Experience:

Eyob Hirpa Tola has extensive administrative experience in the field of veterinary medicine education. He served as the Dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine at Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia, from June 2018 to September 2022. In this role, he provided leadership and strategic direction for the school, overseeing its academic programs, research activities, and community engagements. Prior to his role as Dean, Eyob served as the Head of the Department of Veterinary Science and Laboratory Technology at Wollega University from October 2017 to June 2018. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing the department’s academic and administrative affairs, including curriculum development, student supervision, and faculty development. Eyob also has experience as a Postgraduate Program Coordinator at Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia, from January 2015 to October 2017. In this role, he coordinated the university’s postgraduate programs in veterinary medicine, ensuring their quality and relevance to the needs of the industry and society. Throughout his administrative career, Eyob has demonstrated strong leadership skills, a deep commitment to academic excellence, and a passion for advancing the field of veterinary medicine through education and research.

Skills:📈

Eyob Hirpa Tola possesses a wealth of skills honed through his extensive academic and professional experiences. With over a decade of teaching under his belt, he is adept at instructing a range of undergraduate courses, including veterinary microbiology, immunology, and various diagnostic disciplines. His proficiency in Afaan Oromo and English facilitates effective communication, essential in his role as an educator. In the digital realm, Eyob is skilled in utilizing data analysis tools such as SPSS, STATA, and R Studio for research purposes. He is also proficient in Microsoft Office and well-versed in virtual meeting platforms like Zoom and Teams. Eyob’s research acumen shines through his involvement as a Principal Investigator in several projects focused on zoonotic diseases and viral outbreaks in Ethiopia. Furthermore, his administrative prowess is evident from his tenure as Dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine and Head of the Department of Veterinary Science and Laboratory Technology at Wollega University. Eyob’s dedication to advancing veterinary medicine is underscored by his participation in thesis examinations and his contributions to conferences and seminars. His accolades, including certificates of recognition for curriculum reviews and outstanding performance, underscore his commitment to excellence in academia.

Awards and Honors:🏆

Eyob Hirpa Tola has received several prestigious awards and honors for his exemplary work in veterinary medicine and education. These accolades include a Certificate of Recognition for his valuable contribution to the Veterinary Microbiology Curriculum Review at Wollega University in September 2020. He was also recognized for his significant input in the MSc Curriculum Review in Veterinary Public Health at the same institution. Eyob’s commitment to community engagement and service was acknowledged with a Certificate of Recognition for his efforts in Jima Arjo, Shambu & Gudatu Arjo, which aimed at livelihood improvement. His expertise in Equine health care and African Horse Sickness awareness training earned him a Letter of Appreciation in Nekemte in June 2017. Additionally, Eyob was honored with a Certificate of Recognition and Appreciation for his outstanding performance in 2018 at Wollega University’s main campus. These awards underscore Eyob’s dedication to excellence and his impactful contributions to his field.

Publications:📄

Health and welfare assessment of working equine in and around Nekemte Town, East Wollega Zone, Ethiopia

Author(s): M Amante, A Hunde, B Endebu, E Hirpa, B Mamo

Citations: 27

Year: 2014

Causes of organ condemnation, its public health and financial significance in Nekemte municipal abattoir, Wollega, Western Ethiopia

Author(s): L Efrem, B Serda, B Sibhat, E Hirpa

Citations: 26

Year: 2015

Seroprevalence of brucellosis in small ruminants in pastoral areas of Oromia and Somali regional states, Ethiopia

Author(s): H Tsehay, G Getachew, A Morka, B Tadesse, H Eyob

Citations: 26

Year: 2014

Prevalence of ixodid ticks on cattle in and around Diga Town, West Ethiopia

Author(s): M Amante, Z Alelgn, E Hirpa

Citations: 17

Year: 2014

Review on edible vaccine

Author(s): H Esmael, E Hirpa

Citations: 15

Year: 2015

Advanced review on anthelmintic medicinal plants

Author(s): F Kuma, T Birhanu, E Hirpa, E Nekemte

Citations: 14

Year: 2015

Occurrence and distribution of Varroa mite and antivarroa effect of propolis in Walmara district of Oromia special zone around Finfine, Ethiopia

Author(s): E Mezgabu, E Hirpa, D Begna, Y Lama, MC Bayan Aa

Citations: 13

Year: 2016

Study on Seroprevalence and Risk Factors Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia in Southern Nationand Nationality People of Ethiopia Regional State in Amaro Special District

Author(s): T Ebisa, E Hirpa, F Aklilu

Citations: 11

Year: 2015

Seroprevalence of bovine brucellosis and Associated Risk factors in Western Ethiopia

Author(s): D Merga Sima, D Abdeta Ifa, AL Merga, EH Tola

Citations: 8

Year: 2021

Concentration of fine needle aspirates similar to molecular method improves sensitivity of the diagnosis of tuberculous lymphadenitis in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Author(s): O Zewdie, T Abebe, A Mihret, E Hirpa, G Ameni

Citations: 7

Year: 2017

Performance Evaluation of Mycobacterium bovis antibody test for the diagnosis of bovine tuberculosis in Ethiopia

Author(s): E Hirpa, G Ameni, JC Lawrence, K Tafess, A Worku, T Sori, O Zewdie

Citations: 6

Year: 2014

Isolation and Identification of Salmonella from Apparently Healthy Pet Dogs in Holeta Town, Western Shoa, Ethiopia

Author(s): S Aliyi, E Hirpa, O Zewude, Y Equar

Citations: 3

Year: 2018

Review on Swine Flu and Status of Swine Flu in Ethiopia

Author(s): S Ragasa, E Hirpa

Citations: 3

Year: 2017