Gholamreza Mohammad | Infectious Diseases | Excellence in Field Epidemiology Award

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Prof. Dr. Gholamreza Mohammad | Infectious Diseases | Excellence in Field Epidemiology Award

Professor | ,Ferdowsi University of Mashhad | Iran

Prof. Dr. Gholamreza Mohammadi is a distinguished veterinary and infectious disease researcher at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, recognized for his multidisciplinary contributions to zoonotic diseases, epidemiology, and animal health. With 43 scientific publications and more than 470 citations, he has established a strong academic footprint marked by rigorous field investigations, molecular analyses, and collaborative research across human and animal health sectors. His work spans major zoonotic pathogens—including Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex, Trypanosoma evansi, Cryptosporidium spp., and respiratory disorders in livestock—reflecting a sustained commitment to advancing One Health principles. Recent studies such as the longitudinal assessment of ultrasonographic lung consolidation in dairy calves, molecular insights into T. evansi in camels, and epidemiological evaluations of Cryptosporidium in lamb populations underscore his expertise in combining diagnostics, molecular epidemiology, and field surveillance. His collaborative record, with more than 90 co-authors, highlights active engagement in interdisciplinary networks that bridge veterinarians, microbiologists, epidemiologists, and public health specialists. Prof. Dr. Mohammadi’s research has contributed to improved disease detection, evidence-based livestock management, and enhanced understanding of cross-species disease transmission in northeastern Iran—an area of regional and global relevance due to its diverse ecological and agricultural systems. His open-access publications, including contributions to Scientific Reports, further demonstrate his commitment to knowledge dissemination and scientific transparency. Through sustained productivity, high-impact collaborations, and a focus on diseases that threaten both animal productivity and human well-being, Prof. Dr. Mohammadi continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening disease surveillance and shaping strategies for zoonotic disease prevention and control at the global level.

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Featured Publications

1. Razmi, G. R., Mohammadi, G. R., Garrosi, T., Farzaneh, N., Fallah, A. H., & Maleki, M. (2006). Seroepidemiology of Neospora caninum infection in dairy cattle herds in Mashhad area, Iran. Veterinary Parasitology, 135(2), 187–189. Cited by: 86

2. Tajik, J., Nadalian, M., Raoufi, A., Mohammadi, G. R., & Bahonar, A. (2009). Prevalence of subacute ruminal acidosis in some dairy herds of Khorasan Razavi province, northeast of Iran. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research, 10(126), 28–32. Cited by: 76

3. Davari, E., Mohsenzadeh, M., Mohammadi, G. H., & Rezaeian-Doloei, R. (2015). Characterization of aflatoxigenic Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus strain isolates from animal feedstuffs in northeastern Iran. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research, 16(2), 150. Cited by: 66

4. Mayameei, A., Mohammadi, G., Yavari, S., Afshari, E., & Omidi, A. (2010). Evaluation of relationship between Rotavirus and Coronavirus infections with calf diarrhea by capture ELISA. Comparative Clinical Pathology, 19(6), 553–557. Cited by: 60

5. Champour, M., Chinikar, S., Mohammadi, G., Razmi, G., Shah-Hosseini, N., & others. (2016). Molecular epidemiology of Crimean–Congo hemorrhagic fever virus detected from ticks of one-humped camels (Camelus dromedarius) population in northeastern Iran. Journal of Parasitic Diseases, 40(1), 110–115. Cited by: 56

Prof. Dr. Gholamreza Mohammadi is advancing global veterinary and zoonotic disease research through high-impact studies that improve animal health, safeguard food systems, and reduce cross-species transmission risks. His work integrates molecular epidemiology with real-world surveillance to strengthen public health preparedness and drive innovation in disease control strategies.

Raeesa Manjoo-Docrat | Infectious Diseases | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Raeesa Manjoo-Docrat | Infectious Diseases | Young Researcher Award 

Lecturer | Univeristy of the Witwatersrand | South Africa

Dr. Raeesa Manjoo-Docrat is a developing scholar affiliated with the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, whose work contributes to the advancement of quantitative epidemiology and public health modelling in South Africa. Her research focuses on the development and application of spatial, age-stratified epidemiological models aimed at understanding disease transmission dynamics within heterogeneous populations. With four peer-reviewed publications and 27 citations, she has established a growing academic footprint supported by an h-index of 2, reflecting the early but significant influence of her work. Her recent open-access article in Heliyon (2025), which applies spatial modelling frameworks to the South African COVID-19 pandemic, exemplifies her commitment to integrating mathematical rigor with real-world public health challenges. Manjoo-Docrat has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams comprising epidemiologists, mathematicians, and public health scientists, enabling her to contribute to robust analytical frameworks and high-quality scientific outputs. These collaborations also highlight her ability to operate effectively within diverse research environments and to engage in evidence-based problem solving that supports both academic and policy-relevant outcomes. Her research sits at the intersection of infectious disease dynamics, health systems planning, and data-driven decision support, positioning her work within a globally relevant domain of applied epidemiology. Beyond academic metrics, her contributions have societal impact by informing approaches to epidemic preparedne  ss, guiding interventions for vulnerable demographic groups, and enhancing understanding of spatial disparities in health outcomes. Through her continued scholarship, Manjoo-Docrat aims to strengthen the integration of mathematical modelling into national and regional public health strategies, ensuring that data-informed insights contribute to improved health resilience and equitable disease control.

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Featured Publications

1. Manjoo-Docrat, R., Abdelatif, N., Holloway, J., Dudeni-Tlhone, N., Dresselhaus, C., Mbayise, E., … Makhanya, S. (2025). Spatial age-stratified epidemiological model with applications to South African COVID-19 pandemic. Heliyon, 11(11), e43171. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2025.e43171

2. Dresselhaus, C., Fabris-Rotelli, I., Manjoo-Docrat, R., Brettenny, W., Holloway, J., Thiede, R., Debba, P., & Dudeni-Tlhone, N. (2023). A spatial model with vaccinations for COVID-19 in South Africa. Spatial Statistics, 58, Article 100792. Cited by 2.

3. Manjoo-Docrat, R. (2022). A spatio-stochastic model for the spread of infectious diseases. Journal of Theoretical Biology, 533, 110943.  Cited by 16.

4. Fabris-Rotelli, I., Holloway, J., Kimmie, Z., Archibald, S., Debba, P., Manjoo-Docrat, R., … Potgieter, A. (2022). A Spatial SEIR Model for COVID-19 in South Africa. Journal of Data Science, Statistics, and Visualisation, 2(7), 14–45.  Cited by 5.

Josiah Orji | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Josiah Orji | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Student | Federal University of Technology | Nigeria                         

Mr. Josiah Orji is an applied mathematician specializing in differential equations, mathematical modeling, and numerical simulation, with a focus on biological and medical applications. He excels in translating complex biological processes into mathematical frameworks, conducting analytical and computational analyses, and preparing findings for publication. Currently pursuing an M.Tech. in Applied Mathematics (Distinction) at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, his dissertation explores the modeling and optimal control of malaria transmission dynamics with the impact of an effective vaccine. He holds a B.Tech. in Industrial Mathematics (First Class Honors) from the same university. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, emphasizing malaria and schistosomiasis modeling, and he possesses strong programming skills in MATLAB, Maple, and Python. A PTDF scholar and recipient of multiple academic awards, including the Prof. Reuben Olufenwa Ayeni Award and a NAMCUS Bronze Medal, Josiah has teaching experience at both pre-degree and secondary levels and has served in leadership roles such as President of the Watchman Catholic Charismatic Campus Fellowship. His research interests include mathematical biology, optimal control theory, computational mathematics, and data-driven approaches to disease modeling. He is proficient in LaTeX and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), a member of professional bodies such as Black in AI and ResearchGate, and remains committed to advancing interdisciplinary research in mathematics, data science, and biomedical systems while mentoring future scientists through teaching, tutoring, and community engagement.

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Featured Publications

1. Orji, J. C., Yusuf, T. T., Afolabi, A. S., & Dawodu, K. A. (2025). Integrated malaria control: Impacts of vaccination and combined interventions on disease dynamics. Modeling Earth Systems and Environment, 11(6), 1–23

2. Chukwuebuka, O. J., Miswanto, M., & Sunday, A. A. (n.d.). Optimal control problems constrained by non-linear ordinary differential equations.