Mr. Worku Chekol, Cybersecurity And Cryptography, Best Researcher Award
Worku Chekol at Teda Health Science College, Ethiopia
Mr. Worku Chekol is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of medical nursing, currently serving as a Lecturer and Research Coordinator at Teda Health Science College in Ethiopia. He holds a Master of Medical Nursing degree from the University of Gondar, where he graduated with a perfect CGPA of 4.00 in 2012. He also earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Aksum University in 2007, achieving a CGPA of 3.81. Since 2008, Mr. Chekol has been imparting knowledge and skills to students at Teda Health Science College, where he teaches various clinical and health-related courses. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he has been the Research Coordinator at the same institution since September 2014. His research focuses on critical health issues, with publications addressing acute kidney injury in diabetes patients, herbal medicine use, hyperglycemic emergencies, self-medication practices among pregnant women, hygienic practices in complementary food preparation, eye care service utilization among diabetic patients, and precancerous cervical lesions in HIV-infected women. Mr. Chekol is fluent in both Amharic and English and possesses strong skills in working under pressure, multitasking, and effective communication. He is proficient in several computer applications, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, SPSS, STATA, EPI INFO, EpiData, and Open Code. His commitment to serving the community and his ability to adapt to challenging environments highlight his dedication to the field of healthcare and education.
Profile:
Education:
Mr. Worku Chekol holds a Master of Medical Nursing degree from the University of Gondar, Ethiopia, which he completed in 2012 with an outstanding Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.00. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Aksum University, Ethiopia, in 2007, achieving a CGPA of 3.81. His academic excellence has been a cornerstone of his professional career.
Professional Experience:
Mr. Worku Chekol has been serving as a lecturer at Teda Health Science College since 2008, where he delivers various clinical and health-related courses to students. Since September 2014, he has also taken on the role of Research Coordinator at the same institution, actively engaging in research and academic duties. His dual role as a lecturer and researcher allows him to contribute significantly to both the educational and research fields within the college.
Research Interest:
Mr. Worku Chekol’s research interests encompass a wide range of health-related topics, with a particular focus on the incidence and predictors of acute kidney injury among newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes patients, the prevalence and associated factors of herbal medicine use among patients with chronic diseases, and the outcomes of hyperglycemic emergencies among diabetic patients in Ethiopia. He also investigates self-medication practices among pregnant women, hygienic practices in complementary food preparation for children aged 6-24 months, eye care service utilization among diabetic patients in Africa, and precancerous cervical lesions among HIV-infected women. His work involves systematic reviews and meta-analyses to provide comprehensive insights into these critical health issues.
SKILLS:
Mr. Worku Chekol is fluent in both Amharic and English, which allows him to effectively communicate and collaborate in diverse environments. He excels in working in complex and demanding settings, managing multiple tasks with short deadlines, and performing under intense pressure. His strong communication skills, eagerness to learn, and willingness to collaborate with others make him an effective team player. Mr. Chekol is committed to serving the community and is capable of working in challenging conditions. Additionally, he possesses basic computer skills and is proficient in various software programs, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, SPSS, STATA, EPI INFO, epi data, and Open Code.