Lefteris Statharas
@lefterisasks.bsky.social
Allô! Hope this place turns out to be nicer! I write about science in the global south, animal welfare, music and video games! Where you ask? Right here --> https://lefterisasks.substack.com
To understand the changing research landscape, I used tools like Publish or Perish and LDA topic modelling. The analysis revealed persistent themes in healthcare and women’s health, with a noticeable shift toward war-related and environmental topics during and after the conflict.
February 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
To understand the changing research landscape, I used tools like Publish or Perish and LDA topic modelling. The analysis revealed persistent themes in healthcare and women’s health, with a noticeable shift toward war-related and environmental topics during and after the conflict.
During my call, Tewelde said, 'In Tigray, we don’t do research to fill gaps; we do research to solve societal problems.' This mindset is a powerful reminder: even amidst chaos, local academics tackle urgent issues—healthcare, food security, and beyond—with unwavering commitment!
February 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
During my call, Tewelde said, 'In Tigray, we don’t do research to fill gaps; we do research to solve societal problems.' This mindset is a powerful reminder: even amidst chaos, local academics tackle urgent issues—healthcare, food security, and beyond—with unwavering commitment!
I analysed Mekelle University’s output (2020–2024) and found 1,032 publications. In 2020, there were 324 papers—plummeting to 157 in 2021 and 145 in 2022 during the war, then rebounding. A stark story of disruption and resilience.
February 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
I analysed Mekelle University’s output (2020–2024) and found 1,032 publications. In 2020, there were 324 papers—plummeting to 157 in 2021 and 145 in 2022 during the war, then rebounding. A stark story of disruption and resilience.
By analysing Tigrinya proverbs, Tesfaye uncovers deep-seated community wisdom. These time-tested expressions challenge stereotypes and remind us that culture can be a bridge between conflict and reconciliation.
Taken from his article: scholar.google.com/citations?vi...
Taken from his article: scholar.google.com/citations?vi...
February 7, 2025 at 10:40 AM
By analysing Tigrinya proverbs, Tesfaye uncovers deep-seated community wisdom. These time-tested expressions challenge stereotypes and remind us that culture can be a bridge between conflict and reconciliation.
Taken from his article: scholar.google.com/citations?vi...
Taken from his article: scholar.google.com/citations?vi...
Long after the dust of conflict settles, literature becomes more than words—it becomes a tool for healing. For Dr. Tesfaye, studying culture isn’t just academic; it’s an act of resistance that turns pain into hope.
February 7, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Long after the dust of conflict settles, literature becomes more than words—it becomes a tool for healing. For Dr. Tesfaye, studying culture isn’t just academic; it’s an act of resistance that turns pain into hope.
Proverbs as Protest: How Words Heal War’s Wounds
When bombs fell, Dr. Tesfaye turned to elders and proverbs. ‘For you to be well, let your neighbour be well’—how proverbs rebuild trust. A🧵 #Tigray #Academia #AcademicChatter
When bombs fell, Dr. Tesfaye turned to elders and proverbs. ‘For you to be well, let your neighbour be well’—how proverbs rebuild trust. A🧵 #Tigray #Academia #AcademicChatter
February 7, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Proverbs as Protest: How Words Heal War’s Wounds
When bombs fell, Dr. Tesfaye turned to elders and proverbs. ‘For you to be well, let your neighbour be well’—how proverbs rebuild trust. A🧵 #Tigray #Academia #AcademicChatter
When bombs fell, Dr. Tesfaye turned to elders and proverbs. ‘For you to be well, let your neighbour be well’—how proverbs rebuild trust. A🧵 #Tigray #Academia #AcademicChatter
His work aligns with data from Mekelle University showing that 81% of the smallholder households lost their crop during the war. - source: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
February 5, 2025 at 1:57 PM
His work aligns with data from Mekelle University showing that 81% of the smallholder households lost their crop during the war. - source: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
In the newly restructured Tigray region, only one rural district out of 56 is food secure. Tewelde conducted interviews to gauge the extent of food insecurity. “You can't sleep well after these interviews”.
February 5, 2025 at 1:57 PM
In the newly restructured Tigray region, only one rural district out of 56 is food secure. Tewelde conducted interviews to gauge the extent of food insecurity. “You can't sleep well after these interviews”.
Kahless enjoys staying on the radiator and looking out the window when I have morning calls.
#cat #catsky #goodmorning
#cat #catsky #goodmorning
January 24, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Kahless enjoys staying on the radiator and looking out the window when I have morning calls.
#cat #catsky #goodmorning
#cat #catsky #goodmorning
Παιχνιδάρα... Νομίζω θα ειναι το πιο γρήγορο buy now μολις επιτέλους βγει το Silksong
January 16, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Παιχνιδάρα... Νομίζω θα ειναι το πιο γρήγορο buy now μολις επιτέλους βγει το Silksong
Hey #JoinIn fam. I am glad to see this initiative is also here on BlueSky. How is everyone doing tonight? If anyone wants someone to talk to tonight (or any other night for that matter) reach out 🙂
December 24, 2024 at 4:23 PM
Hey #JoinIn fam. I am glad to see this initiative is also here on BlueSky. How is everyone doing tonight? If anyone wants someone to talk to tonight (or any other night for that matter) reach out 🙂
Haven't spent Christmas in Greece in a decade now. Made my house smell like Christmas in Greece. Melomakarona ftw ❤️
December 20, 2024 at 7:45 PM
Haven't spent Christmas in Greece in a decade now. Made my house smell like Christmas in Greece. Melomakarona ftw ❤️
This is delightful
December 5, 2024 at 2:49 PM
This is delightful
Happy international cat day apparently! ❤️
August 8, 2024 at 5:09 PM
Happy international cat day apparently! ❤️
I've been moving around the world a bit so I had to choose what I can move around. Hope that music collections count as nerdy for this exercise 😅
July 13, 2024 at 11:12 AM
I've been moving around the world a bit so I had to choose what I can move around. Hope that music collections count as nerdy for this exercise 😅
That's what's happening in Greece in September 2023. After a summer with the worst fires we've had, now extreme rain, floods villages, towns, destroys the livelihood of countless people...
September 9, 2023 at 7:34 AM
That's what's happening in Greece in September 2023. After a summer with the worst fires we've had, now extreme rain, floods villages, towns, destroys the livelihood of countless people...
Quote with a game that is nostalgic to you.
September 1, 2023 at 8:59 AM
Quote with a game that is nostalgic to you.