Deepak Kumar Dogra | Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Deepak Kumar Dogra | Health | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Department Of Physical Education, BHU, India

Dr. Deepak Kumar Dogra is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Education at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. He holds a Master’s degree in Physical Education and Sports Sciences from I.G.I.P.E.S.S., University of Delhi (1999), and earned his Ph.D. in the same field from D.A.V.V., Indore, Madhya Pradesh (2013).

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

Dr. Deepak Kumar Dogra holds a Master’s degree in Physical Education and Sports Sciences from I.G.I.P.E.S.S., University of Delhi (1999), and earned his Ph.D. in the same field from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV), Indore (2013).

🏛️ Current Position:

He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Education at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

🧘‍♂️ Research & Specialization:

With a specialization in alternative and rehabilitation physical exercise therapy, Dr. Dogra focuses on improving health, wellness, and quality of life through sports and physical activity.

📚 Academic Engagements:

He has been invited as a resource person in numerous:

  • Faculty Development Programs (FDPs)

  • Orientation programs and workshops by UGC, HRDC, NCERT

  • Sports training sessions by Rajasthan Cricket Association and Tripura Cricket Association (affiliated with BCCI)

  • Programs of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Govt. of Jharkhand.

🌍 Seminars & Publications:

He has contributed to national and international seminars and has published several research articles in reputed indexed journals in his domain.

🏏 Sports & Fitness Involvement:

Dr. Dogra served as a Trainer for:

  • East Zone Senior Cricket Team (Deodhar Trophy 2008–09, Runners-Up)

  • Tripura Senior Cricket Team (Ranji Trophy & Vijay Hazare Trophy: 2007–09)

🏋️ Industry Experience:

He worked as a Corporate Fitness Consultant at VLCC Pvt. Ltd. (2000–2005), showcasing a strong link between academia and the wellness industry.

Publication Top Notes:

  • A Comparative Study on the Viewership of Different Professional Leagues in India
    International Sports Law Journal, 2023
    DOI: 10.1007/s40318-023-00243-8
    Co-authors: Shukla, A., Dogra, D.K., Bhattacharya, D., Gulia, S., Sharma, R.

  • Impact of COVID-19 Outbreak on the Mental Health in Sports: A Review
    Sport Sciences for Health, 2023
    DOI: 10.1007/s11332-023-01063-x
    Co-authors: Shukla, A., Dogra, D.K., Bhattacharya, D., Gulia, S., Sharma, R.

  • Effect of Exercise Intervention on Selected Psychological Variables: A Systematic Review
    Journal of Positive School Psychology, June 2022
    ISSN: 2717-7564
    Sole Author: Dr. Deepak Kumar Dogra

  • Effect of Aerobic Exercise Interventions on Body Composition in Obese Females
    International Journal of Health Sciences, 17 June 2022
    DOI: 10.53730/ijhs.v6ns3.9140
    Co-authors: Deepak Kumar Dogra, Debraj Bhatacharjee, Akash Shukla

  • Issues of Hosting Mega Sporting Events
    6th National Conference on Physical Education & Sports Sciences, March 2022
    ISSN: 2279-0306
    Author: Dr. Deepak Kumar Dogra

  • A Comparative Study of Physical Fitness Variables Between Different Academia Intercollegiate Sportsmen
    Journal of Critical Reviews, 14 July 2020
    ISSN: 2394-5125
    Author: Dr. Deepak Kumar Dogra

  • Comparative Study on Selected Physical Fitness Variables Among Different Team Games Players
    International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health, 25 February 2020
    ISSN: 2394-1693
    Author: Dr. Deepak Kumar Dogra

 

Mr. Banti Negero Feyisa | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Banti Negero Feyisa | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Mattu University, Ethiopia

Author Profile

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Education 🎓

Benti holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Reproductive Health (2013) and a BSc in Public Health (1999), both from Jimma University, where he also earned a Diploma in Comprehensive Nursing (1989). He is currently pursuing a PhD in Reproductive/Public Health at Jimma University, focusing on improving sexual and reproductive health policies and practices in Ethiopia.

Professional Experience 💼

Benti has served as a Lecturer at Mettu University since 2016, teaching and mentoring students in Maternal Health, SRH, and HIV/AIDS education. Previously, he was the Focal Person for IPAS-Ethiopia, coordinating CAC and contraceptive service integration at Mattu University. He also managed community health initiatives with Plan International Ethiopia and held senior academic roles as Dean at Beka and Kea-Med Medical Colleges. Earlier in his career, he served as District Health Manager and Head of Health Centres, leading public health programs and facility management in western Ethiopia.

Technical Skills 🛠️

Benti is skilled in public health program planning, training coordination, monitoring & evaluation, and community health project management. He is also adept in clinical mentoring, research proposal development, and supervisory roles in both academic and NGO settings.

Teaching Experience👨‍🏫

Throughout his academic career, Benti has been deeply involved in curriculum development, student mentoring, training of trainers (TOT), and clinical attachment coordination. He has consistently contributed to university community services and supervised postgraduate research, reflecting his commitment to building local academic capacity in health sciences.

Awards & Honors 🏅

He has been recognized for his leadership in integrating Comprehensive Abortion Care (CAC) and contraceptive education into health science curricula and has successfully established clinical labs in collaboration with IPAS-Ethiopia, improving skill-based education.

Research Interests 🔍

His key research interests include SRH rights, HIV/AIDS prevention strategies, youth health, and maternal healthcare systems. His PhD research focuses on evidence-based approaches to improve RMNCH outcomes and policy recommendations for sustainable public health interventions in Ethiopia.

Publications Top Notes: 📝

The Effects of Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model in Predicting Safer Sexual Dual Protection Behaviors Among Female University Students: A Cross-sectional Study​

Authors: Banti Negero Feyisa, Gurmesa Tura Debelew, Zewdie Birhanu Koricha​

Publication Year: 2025​

Journal: F1000Research