Assist Prof Dr Mohamed Lemine Cheikh Brahim Ahmed | HPV | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Mohamed Lemine Cheikh Brahim Ahmed | HPV | Best Researcher Award

University of Nouakchott | Mauritania

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Dr. Mohamed Lemine Cheikh Brahim Ahmed

🎓Education :

  • PhD in Public Health 🧬
    Université Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco
  • Master of Public Health in Molecular Epidemiology of Zoonotic Diseases 🦠🔬
    IAV Hassan II, Rabat, Morocco
  • Certificate in Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics 🧬💻
    Hua Zhong Normal University, Wuhan, China

🌍Professional Memberships :

  • Member of the World Society for Virology (WSV) 🧫
  • Member of the International Covid-19 Research Network (ICRN) 🦠
  • Member of the One Health Heukelbach Institute 🌱
  • Member of the MENA Coalition for HPV Elimination 💉
  • Member of the Research Unit on Molecular Epidemiology and Microorganism Diversity (EMDM) 🧬
  • President of the Mauritanian Society for Scientific Research (AMDRS) 🧑‍🔬
  • Collaborator on the Global Burden of Diseases (GBD) project, Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington 🌎

💡Key Skills :

  • Vaccine Coordination & Logistics 🚚💉:

  • Planned and supervised vaccine logistics for remote regions in Mauritania, ensuring stock management and quality control practices for vaccines like PCV13 and Rotarix.
  • Public Health Communication & Training 📢👩‍⚕️:

  • Conducted team-building and training sessions for local health personnel, focusing on routine and Covid-19 vaccination campaigns.
  • Research Project Management 🧑‍🔬📊:

  • Led public health research projects, managing performance indicators, and reporting on vaccine distribution and health systems.
  • Flexibility & Versatility ⚙️:

  • Adapted to various challenges in vaccine distribution and epidemiological surveillance, especially during pandemics.

Main Qualifications :

Vaccination 💉:

  • Supervised and trained local teams for stock management and quality control of vaccines across remote areas in Mauritania.
  • Led national Covid-19 vaccination strategy development, training teams and evaluating the impact of vaccine introductions (e.g., PCV13, Rotarix).
  • Coordinated routine vaccination campaigns across all 15 regions of Mauritania and introduced critical vaccines like nVPO2 for polio.

Epidemiological Surveillance 🧬:

  • Developed and implemented national strategies for combatting Covid-19, including plans for testing diseases like measles, polio, hemorrhagic fevers, and HPV.
  • Organized and led sentinel surveillance programs for diseases like rotavirus and influenza.
  • Conducted performance evaluations of Mauritania’s health information systems and trained response teams for integrated epidemiological surveillance.

🏢Recent Professional Experience :

National Consultant

UNICEF, Mauritania (Feb 2022 – Jul 2022)
Supported cold chain logistics and vaccine management for poliomyelitis response campaigns. Key tasks included overseeing vaccine distribution, supporting data analysis, and participating in meetings for budget planning with GPEI.

  • Provided technical assistance for vaccine logistics, ensuring the collection and destruction of unusable vaccine vials.
  • Led training sessions for independent monitors and LQAS surveyors to evaluate the polio vaccination campaign.

📈 Conclusion🌟

Dr. Mohamed Lemine Cheikh Brahim Ahmed is a highly skilled expert in vaccination logistics and epidemiological surveillance 🦠💉, with extensive experience in public health, research management, and disease control. His work spans from developing national vaccination strategies, including Covid-19, to training teams and overseeing campaigns in remote regions of Mauritania. As a member of numerous global health organizations 🌍 and a key contributor to projects like the Global Burden of Diseases 🌎, he is committed to improving public health outcomes through innovative approaches and evidence-based strategies. Dr. Ahmed’s versatility, leadership, and dedication make him a valuable asset in the field of global health and vaccination efforts.

📊🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

 

    • Article: Quantifying risks and interventions that have affected the burden of diarrhoea among children younger than 5 years: an analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017
      • Authors: Troeger, C.E., Khalil, I.A., Blacker, B.F., Hay, S.I., Reiner, R.C.
      • Journal: The Lancet Infectious Diseases
      • Year: 2020

     

    • Article: Quantifying risks and interventions that have affected the burden of lower respiratory infections among children younger than 5 years: an analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017
      • Authors: Troeger, C.E., Khalil, I.A., Blacker, B.F., Hay, S.I., Reiner, R.C.
      • Journal: The Lancet Infectious Diseases
      • Year: 2020

     

    • Article: The global case fatality rate of coronavirus disease 2019 by continents and national income: A meta-analysis
      • Authors: Abou Ghayda, R., Lee, K.H., Han, Y.J., Smith, L., Shin, J.I.
      • Journal: Journal of Medical Virology
      • Year: 2022

     

    • Article: Nonpharmaceutical interventions reduce the incidence and mortality of COVID-19: A study based on the survey from the International COVID-19 Research Network (ICRN)
      • Authors: Park, S.H., Hong, S.H., Kim, K., Il Shin, J., Smith, L.
      • Journal: Journal of Medical Virology
      • Year: 2023

     

    • Article: COVID-19 outbreak in Mauritania: Epidemiology and health system response
      • Authors: Ahmed, M.L.C.B., Zehaf, S., El Alem, M.M., Abdellahi, M.V.M., Heukelbach, J.
      • Journal: Journal of Infection in Developing Countries
      • Year: 2021

Assist Prof Dr Matthias Bartneck | Cancer Therapy | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Matthias Bartneck | Cancer Therapy | Best Researcher Award 

RWTH Aachen University | Germany

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Priv.-Doz. Dr. rer. nat. Matthias Bartneck embarked on his academic journey with a diploma in Biology from the University of Bielefeld (2001-2006). His diploma thesis focused on gene expression and metabolite profiling of human primary mamma carcinomas, under the supervision of Dr. Anke Becker. He continued his academic pursuits with a Doctor of Natural Sciences degree from RWTH Aachen (2007-2010), where his research centered on the interactions of human primary immune cells with various nanomaterials. This work was supervised by Prof. Gabriele Zwadlo-Klarwasser.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Bartneck’s professional career has been marked by a series of significant positions and collaborations. He has been employed at the Medical Faculty 10, Gastroenterology, and Faculty 1 Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials DWI/RWTH Institute for Technical and Macromolecular Chemistry (ITMC) since 2023. He has also served as a guest lecturer at the Max Planck Research Training School Matter to Life. From 2018 to 2022, he was a lecturer at the Center for Functional Magnetic Materials, Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University in Kaliningrad, Russia. Additionally, Dr. Bartneck has been a group leader at the Medical Faculty, Medical Clinic III, RWTH Aachen since 2014, focusing on immunomodulatory nanomedicine for inflammatory diseases and cancer.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON CANCER THERAPY

Dr. Bartneck’s research has significantly advanced the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, and nanomedicine. His work has delved into the development of novel nanocarriers for treating liver diseases and cancer, as well as the modulation of immune cell migration and activation in inflammatory diseases. His research has been supported by substantial funding, including grants from the German Research Foundation (DFG) and the Wilhelm Sander Foundation. His contributions include over 61 publications, 18 as the first author and 4 as the last author, along with 7 book chapters and 9 reviews.

CITATIONS

  • Zitate           4439
  • h-index        35
  • i10-index     49

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Bartneck’s research has had a profound impact on the scientific community, evidenced by a total of 3764 citations and an H-index of 32. His expertise in immunomodulatory nanomedicine has led to collaborations with prestigious institutions and industry partners, including Bayer Healthcare, Novartis, and Precision Nanosystems. His work has been recognized with several fellowships and awards, such as the Young Investigator Award from the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL).

ACADEMIC CITES

Dr. Bartneck has held numerous academic positions and provided significant contributions to teaching and mentoring. He has supervised a wide range of students, from bachelor to doctoral levels, across multiple disciplines including medicine, chemistry, and biology. His teaching roles have included lectures and practical courses in materials science, blood and defense, and inflammation at RWTH Aachen.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Bartneck’s legacy is marked by his interdisciplinary approach and dedication to advancing nanomedicine and immunology. He has secured research funds exceeding €1,500,000 in 2022 alone for the development of novel lipid-based nucleic acid therapeutics. His future contributions are expected to further enhance the understanding and treatment of inflammation-associated diseases and cancer. His continued collaborations with international academic and industry partners underscore his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and innovation.

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