Njeumi Felix | Epidemiology | Excellence in Research Award

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Excellence in Research Award

Njeumi Felix
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Academic Profile
Affiliation Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Country Italy
Scopus ID 6506444570
Documents 32
Citations 633
h-index 13
Subject Area Epidemiology
Event Global Diseases Research Awards

Njeumi Felix is an epidemiology researcher and international scientific coordinator associated with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. His academic and professional activities are primarily connected to infectious disease surveillance, transboundary animal disease control, and global veterinary public health initiatives. His scholarly work reflects contributions to disease eradication programs, epidemiological assessment methodologies, and collaborative international research activities addressing livestock health management and sustainable agricultural development.[1][2]

Abstract

This academic recognition article provides a scholarly overview of Njeumi Felix and his contributions to epidemiology and infectious disease research. His professional activities include research coordination, epidemiological investigations, and participation in global veterinary health initiatives. His scientific work contributes to disease surveillance systems, veterinary public health frameworks, and collaborative international efforts addressing transboundary animal diseases and livestock health management.[1][3]

Keywords

Epidemiology; Veterinary Science; Infectious Diseases; Disease Surveillance; Peste des Petits Ruminants; Global Disease Eradication; Animal Health; Veterinary Public Health; Transboundary Diseases; International Research Collaboration.

Introduction

Epidemiological research plays a significant role in understanding infectious disease transmission and strengthening international disease prevention systems. Veterinary public health initiatives have become increasingly important due to the global impact of transboundary animal diseases on agricultural economies, livestock productivity, and food security. Njeumi Felix has contributed to these scientific and institutional efforts through research coordination, disease surveillance activities, and international collaborative programs.[2]

Research Profile

The research profile of Njeumi Felix reflects scholarly engagement in epidemiology, disease surveillance, and veterinary health management. His Scopus-indexed publication record includes research articles related to infectious disease risk analysis, surveillance strategies, vaccine assessment methodologies, and global disease control initiatives.[1]

Research Contributions

Njeumi Felix has contributed to research associated with Peste des Petits Ruminants and related transboundary animal diseases. His scientific involvement includes epidemiological modeling, disease risk mapping, surveillance frameworks, and international disease eradication planning activities.[3]

Publications

Selected scientific publications associated with Njeumi Felix include studies addressing epidemiological surveillance, disease risk analysis, vaccine evaluation, and transboundary disease management strategies.[3][4]

Research Impact

The scholarly impact of Njeumi Felix is reflected through citation metrics, collaborative publications, and continued participation in global disease research initiatives. His Scopus profile indicates a significant citation record and measurable academic influence within epidemiology and veterinary science research communities.[1]

Award Suitability

Njeumi Felix demonstrates suitability for recognition within the Global Diseases Research Awards due to his sustained contributions to epidemiology, veterinary public health, and infectious disease research. His scholarly activities reflect international collaboration, scientific productivity, and engagement with disease eradication initiatives relevant to global health priorities.[5]

Conclusion

Njeumi Felix has contributed to the advancement of epidemiological research and international veterinary health initiatives through collaborative scientific work and institutional engagement. His academic profile demonstrates ongoing involvement in disease surveillance, infectious disease management, and evidence-based veterinary public health strategies. The impact of his research supports recognition within scholarly platforms dedicated to global disease research and epidemiological studies.[1][2]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Njeumi Felix, Author ID 6506444570. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6506444570
  2. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (n.d.). Global animal health and disease control initiatives. FAO.
    https://www.fao.org/
  3. Arede, M., Beltrán-Alcrudo, D., Benfield, C., Casal, J., & Njeumi, F. (2024). Risk mapping of Peste des Petits Ruminants virus spread in nine countries surrounding the Black Sea: a spatial multicriteria decision analysis approach. Frontiers in Veterinary Science.
    https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2026.1783624
  4. Bodjo, C. S., et al. (2023). Peste des Petits Ruminants Vaccine: Criteria for Assessing Its Thermotolerance. Viruses.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/v17091151
  5. Global Diseases Research Awards. (n.d.). International academic recognition and disease research initiatives.
    https://globaldiseases.org/

George Agana Akuriba | One Health | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. George Agana Akuriba | One Health | Best Researcher Award 

Lecturer | Cape Coast Technical University | Ghana

Dr. George Agana Akuriba is an accomplished agribusiness researcher and educator whose scholarly work focuses on food safety, consumer behavior, and climate-smart agriculture. His contributions have been recognized through 2 published research papers, which have collectively received 8 citations from other academic works, reflecting the growing influence of his studies within the agribusiness research community. He holds an h-index of 1, indicating that at least one of his publications has been cited by multiple researchers, demonstrating the academic relevance and impact of his findings. His research appears in reputable journals such as Dialogues in Health and Cogent Food & Agriculture, addressing critical topics such as meat safety compliance, adaptive farming strategies, and value chain sustainability. Through his continued focus on innovation, policy integration, and sustainable agricultural development, he is contributing to strengthening Africa’s agrifood systems and enhancing evidence-based agricultural reforms.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

1. Tangonyire, D. F., & Akuriba, G. A. (2021). Socioeconomic factors influencing farmers’ specific adaptive strategies to climate change in Talensi district of the Upper East Region of Ghana. Ecofeminism and Climate Change, 2(2), 50–68.
Cited by: 53

2. Akuriba, G. A., & Tangonyire, D. F. (2020). Effects of nucleus-farmer outgrower schemes on profitability among smallholder farmers: Empirical evidence from Northern Ghana. Cogent Food & Agriculture, 6(1), 1823592.
Cited by: 18

3. Akuriba, G. A., Awunyo-Vitor, D., Wongnaa, C. A., Owusu-Afriyie, R., Hagan, M. A. S., … (2025). Perceived risk factors and their influence on compliance with meat safety guidelines among butchers and fresh meat retailers in Ghana. Dialogues in Health, Article 100250.

4. Sarfo, B., Asiedu, C. Y., Opoku-Mensah, S., Akuriba, G. A., & Antwi, D. K. (2025). Unwrapping risk perception towards street food safety: The relationships among net profit margin, perceived customer satisfaction and repurchase intention. Food and Humanity, Article 100843.

Amos Kipkorir Langat | Infectious Disease | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Amos Kipkorir Langat | Infectious Disease | Best Researcher Award 

Senior Research Fellow | Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Techno | Kenya

Dr. Amos Kipkorir Langat, Ph.D., is a highly accomplished statistician, academic, and economist with expertise in Bayesian analysis, machine learning, spatial statistics, and public health modeling. He earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics (Statistics) from the Pan African University Institute for Basic Sciences, Technology and Innovation, his MSc. in Applied Statistics from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), and his BSc. in Economics and Mathematics from Kabarak University. Currently, he serves as a Lecturer at JKUAT and Senior Economist at the County Government of Bomet, with previous teaching roles at Maasai Mara and Kabarak Universities. His research spans statistical modeling of infectious diseases, HIV risk factors, maternal health, survival and time series analysis, and measurement error models. He has supervised MSc. and Ph.D. students across Africa, authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications, and contributed to journals such as Scientific African, Asian Journal of Probability and Statistics, and Annals of Medicine & Surgery. Dr. Langat has secured prestigious awards including the AU Ph.D. Scholarship and SICSS research funding, and he actively contributes as a reviewer and conference organizer. His technical expertise includes proficiency in R, Python, STATA, SAS, SPSS, WinBUGS/OpenBUGS, and advanced econometric tools. A member of the Royal Statistical Society, ISCB, IBS, and the Kenya National Statistical Society, he also demonstrates a strong commitment to community service through educational leadership roles. Dr. Langat exemplifies a dedicated scholar, mentor, and researcher advancing applied statistics in public health and beyond

Profile: Google Scholar | Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

1. Langat, A., Orwa, G., & Koima, J. (2017). Cancer cases in Kenya; forecasting incidents using Box & Jenkins ARIMA model. Biomedical Statistics and Informatics, 2(2), 37–48. Cited by: 21

2. Benki-Nugent, S. F., Martopullo, I., Laboso, T., Tamasha, N., Wamalwa, D. C., … [and others]. (2019). High plasma soluble CD163 during infancy is a marker for neurocognitive outcomes in early-treated HIV-infected children. JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes, 81(1), 102–109. Cited by: 14

3. Mutinda, J. K., & Langat, A. K. (2024). Stock price prediction using combined GARCH-AI models. Scientific African, 26, e02374. Cited by: 10

4. Mutinda, J. K., & Langat, A. K. (2024). Modeling the impact of air pollution and meteorological variables on COVID-19 transmission in Western Cape, South Africa. International Journal of Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences, 2024(1), 1591016. Cited by: 5

5. Mutinda, J. K., & Langat, A. K. (2024). Capital asset pricing model: A renewed application on S&P 500 index. Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting, 24(6), 226–239. Cited by: 4

Sharmin Musa | Foodborne Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Sharmin Musa | Foodborne Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Professor | University of Dhaka | Bangladesh

Dr. Sharmin Musa, Professor in the Department of Zoology at the University of Dhaka, is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in parasitology, zoonotic diseases, and vector-borne infections. She earned her Ph.D. in Animal Biology from the University of Manchester, UK, where her doctoral work focused on parental care in burying beetles, complementing earlier research on post kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis (PKDL) during her MSc at the University of Dhaka. Over the course of her career, she has led and collaborated on numerous research projects addressing pressing public health concerns in Bangladesh, including malaria among Rohingya refugees, intestinal parasitic infections in slum populations, soil-transmitted helminths, and foodborne parasitic risks linked to street vendors and vegetables. Her prolific publication record spans more than 40 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals, covering both human and animal parasites. She has supervised multiple Ph.D. and MSc theses, contributing significantly to the development of young scientists in Bangladesh. In addition to research, Dr. Musa has delivered invited talks at international conferences, reflecting her recognition as an authority in parasitology and epidemiology. She is an active member of professional bodies such as the Zoological Society of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Society for Parasitologists, where she has held executive roles. Her academic excellence has been acknowledged with awards, including the Dean’s Award and prestigious fellowships for higher study abroad. Alongside her teaching and research, she has also served in administrative roles, including warden and senate member, demonstrating her leadership within the university community and her enduring commitment to advancing science and public health

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications

  1. Barua, P., Banik, K.S., Saha, S., & Musa, S. (2024). Risk factors associated with street food consumption in Dhaka city due to faeco-oral parasitic infection in food vendors. Food and Humanity