Milena Belloni – Urban policies – Best Researcher Award

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Milena Belloni - Urban policies - Best Researcher Award

University of Antwerp - Belgium

AUTHOR PROFILE

SCOPUS

MILENA BELLONI RESEARCH FIELDS

Milena Belloni is an expert in migration and refugee studies, focusing on ethnography, European asylum policies, transnationalism, gender and migration, and migration-related diversity within urban contexts. Her research encompasses migration dynamics, particularly related to the Horn of Africa.

MAIN PROFESSIONAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Dr. Belloni has received significant accolades for her work, including an Honorable Mention for her book The Big Gamble: The Migration of Eritreans to Europe (UC Press, 2019) at the 2021 RC31 Book Award, as well as a 2021 ENMISA Honorable Mention for the Best Book in ethnicity, nationalism, and migration studies. She also received the IMISCOE Maria Baganha Doctoral Award for Migration Studies in 2016.

GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS, AND AWARDS

Dr. Belloni has been awarded numerous grants and scholarships throughout her career, including the FWO Postdoctoral Fellowship for Social Sciences (2020-2023), the American Academy in Rome - Italian Fellowship in Modern Italian Studies (2016), and the University of Trento Doctoral Dissertation Award (2015-2016). She was also a recipient of various doctoral scholarships, including a Doctoral Scholarship with the University of Trento.

SUPERVISION OF DOCTORAL STUDENTS

Dr. Belloni has been actively supervising doctoral students since 2021, with projects focusing on various aspects of migration and refugee governance. Current PhD candidates include Giovanni Penna, Woldegebriel Dagne, Roos Derrix, and others, addressing topics such as EU border externalization and refugee family integration.

TEACHING ASSIGNMENTS

Dr. Belloni has held lecturer positions at the University of Antwerp and the University of Trento, teaching courses in Anthropology, Migration and Development, and Qualitative Research Methods at both undergraduate and master's levels.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Title: Once We Relax, the Door of Trauma Is Open: Aaron’s Life Story
Author: Belloni, M.
Book: Finding Home in Europe: Chronicles of Global Migrants
Year: 2023

Title: Uneven Borders: Family Reunification Regulations and Their Implications in Europe
Authors: Bonizzoni, P., Belloni, M.
Book: Handbooks of Sociology and Social Research
Year: 2023

Title: Accumulated Homelessness: Analysing Protracted Displacement along Eritreans' Life Histories
Authors: Belloni, M., Massa, A.
Journal: Journal of Refugee Studies
Year: 2022

Title: The Right to Exit as National and Transnational Governance: The Case of Eritrea
Authors: Belloni, M., Cole, G.
Journal: International Migration
Year: 2022

Title: Much More Than Just Money: Investigating Remittances Across Time and Place in the Eritrean Context
Authors: Belloni, M., Fusari, V., Massa, A.
Journal: Modern Africa
Year: 2022

Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile – Built Environment – Sustainable Infrastructure Innovation Award

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Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile - Built Environment - Sustainable Infrastructure Innovation Award

Walter Sisulu University - South Africa

EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile's academic journey began at the University of Johannesburg, where she attained a Bachelor of Technology in Quantity Surveying in 2013. She furthered her studies at the same institution, completing a Master's in Construction Management with Distinction in 2016. Her academic achievements culminated in a Ph.D. in Quantity Surveying from the University of Johannesburg in 2021, showcasing her dedication to scholarly pursuits.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile has engaged in various professional endeavors, including supervision and mentoring roles. She has supervised numerous students at both honors and master's levels, guiding them in their academic and research pursuits. Additionally, she has actively contributed to the professional community through involvement in projects, committees, and workshops, demonstrating her commitment to the advancement of the built environment sector.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile's contributions to the field of Built Environment are significant, particularly in the areas of dispute causation in the construction industry, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), and conflict management. Her research focus on resolving disputes among subcontractors and main contractors underscores her dedication to addressing practical challenges within the construction sector, thereby contributing to its improvement and efficiency.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Through her supervision of numerous students and involvement in professional community engagements, Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile has exerted a notable impact on the built environment sector. Her research outputs and contributions to the academic community have influenced discourse and practices within the industry, shaping the way professionals approach dispute resolution and conflict management in construction projects.

ACADEMIC CITES

Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile's research outputs have garnered recognition within the academic community, evidenced by citations in relevant literature. Her contributions to scholarly publications, conference proceedings, and community projects have enriched the field of Built Environment and inspired further research and development in related areas.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Nokulunga Phumelele Xolile's legacy in academia and the built environment sector is characterized by her dedication to research, mentorship, and professional engagement. Her future contributions are expected to continue shaping the field, particularly in dispute resolution, conflict management, and the advancement of sustainable practices within the built environment. Through her ongoing efforts, she aims to leave a lasting impact on the industry and inspire future generations of professionals in the field.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Harnessing Fourth Industrial Revolution(4IR) for Improving Poor Universities Infrastructure in Developing Countries-A Review.  2020 (13)

Obstacles of Sustainable Construction Project Management in South Africa Construction Industry.  2020 (10)

The current state of corporate social responsibility practices of firms operating in construction industry.  2020 (4)

The Sources of Dispute in Construction Projects in the Mpumalanga Province.  2021 (2)