Samar Abdalla
Khartoum
Summary
With over 12 years in food and nutrition security research, expertise includes data collection, statistical analysis using Stata, SPSS, and EViews, and advancing agricultural economics. Proven track record in leading research programs, publishing influential work, and presenting at top conferences. Committed to enhancing educational quality through innovative teaching and mentoring.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Professor
King Faisal University
10.2018 - Current
- Delivered courses and conducted research activities to enhance student learning and contribute to knowledge in the field
- Engaged with College of Agricultural and Food Sciences to foster collaboration and advancement in agricultural education
- Carried out research-led teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Attended conferences to learn about new research and present findings.
- Mentored students to support achievement of target grades.
Assistant Research Professor
Agricultural Economics and Policy Research Centre (AEPRC)
Shambat-North Khartoum
02.2012 - 09.2018
- Conducted research on complex problems, ideas, concepts, or theories, applying appropriate methodologies in agricultural economics and related disciplines to advance knowledge and inform policy.
- Prepared research programme and launched annual reports presenting research findings to stakeholders, enhancing visibility and understanding of agricultural economic issues.
- Supervised and advised students conducting research in agricultural economics and related sciences, fostering academic growth and contributing to emerging scholarship.
- Design policies or make recommendations for solving economic problems
- Presenting research and giving invited papers at national and international conferences
- Write articles for publication in newsletters and academic journals
- Acting as a reviewer for some academic journals
- Conducted agricultural research at Agricultural Research Corporation (ARC) within the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
Agricultural Economist Researcher
Agricultural Economics and Policy Research Centre (AEPRC)
Shambat-North Khartoum
12.2006 - 05.2008
- Conduct research on agricultural economics and related issues to inform policy and decision-making
- Conduct surveys, collect, and analyse data using mathematical models and statistical techniques to derive insights
- Conducted agricultural research at the Agricultural Research Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
- Prepare research programmes and launch annual reports presenting research objectives and findings to stakeholders
- Advise businesses, governments, and individuals on economic topics
Assistant Researcher
Department of Agricultural Economics – Shambat Research Station
North Khartoum
01.2004 - 11.2006
- Aided researcher in conducting surveys, collecting data, and analysing data using mathematical models and statistical techniques
- Assisted researchers with tasks and collaborated on research programme execution
- Agricultural Research Corporation (ARC) – Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
Education
M.Sc. - Agricultural Economics - Agriculture production technologies and policy analysis
Department of Agricultural Economics - Faculty of Agricultural - University of Khartoum
Sudan09-2006
B.Sc. (Honor) First Class - Agricultural Science
Faculty of Agricultural, University of Khartoum
Sudan09-2001
PhD. - Agricultural Science
Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Justus - Liebig-University of Giessen
Germany02-2012
Skills
- Statistical analysis
- Data analysis
- Statistical modelling
- Statistical software
- SPSS
- Stata
- Eviews
- GAMS
- Academic writing
- Academic publishing
- Research papers
- Research presentations
- Research showcasing
- Mixed-methods research
- Curriculum innovation
- Course design
- Programme development
- Course material preparation
- Lecture delivery
- Lecturing proficiency
- Digital lesson delivery
- EdTech utilisation
- Tailored instruction
- Inclusive teaching
- Student support
- Student progress reporting
- Student engagement
- Academic advisement
- Thesis supervision
- Project supervision
- Seminar planning
- Faculty interaction
- Institutional collaboration
- Quality education
- Accreditation expertise
- Examination setting
- Individual mentoring
- Teaching excellence
- Presentation skills
- Publishing papers
- Publishing platform knowledge
- Team research
- Academic leadership
- Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Academic publication
Custom
- Food and Nutrition Security
- Food Intake and Nutritional Impacts
- Agricultural Policy Analysis
- Adoption of Agricultural Technology
- Economic Growth and Rural Development
- Environmental Economics
- Marketing of Agricultural and livestock
- Production Economics
- Economics Analysis of Poverty
- Nutritional Sciences
Languages
Arabic
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
German
Upper Intermediate
B2
Certification
1. EDUCATION:
Institutions (Date from - Date to)
Degree(s) or Diploma(s) obtained:
Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Justus-Liebig-University of Giessen, Germany
(16, February, 2012)
PhD. Degree in Agricultural Science-
Thesis title: “Food and nutrition security among the rural farm households in the dry land sector of Sudan”
Department of Agricultural Economics - Faculty of Agricultural - University of Khartoum, Sudan (19, September, 2006)
M.Sc. Degree in Agricultural Economics - Agriculture production technologies and policy analysis
Faculty of Agricultural, University of Khartoum, Sudan (10, September , 2001)
B.Sc. (Honor) First Class - Agricultural Science
Timeline
Associate Professor
King Faisal University
10.2018 - Current
Assistant Research Professor
Agricultural Economics and Policy Research Centre (AEPRC)
02.2012 - 09.2018
Agricultural Economist Researcher
Agricultural Economics and Policy Research Centre (AEPRC)
12.2006 - 05.2008
Assistant Researcher
Department of Agricultural Economics – Shambat Research Station
01.2004 - 11.2006
M.Sc. - Agricultural Economics - Agriculture production technologies and policy analysis
Department of Agricultural Economics - Faculty of Agricultural - University of Khartoum
B.Sc. (Honor) First Class - Agricultural Science
Faculty of Agricultural, University of Khartoum
PhD. - Agricultural Science
Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Justus - Liebig-University of Giessen