Dr. Majani Edward | Global Warming | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Majani Edward, St.Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, Tanzania

Dr. Majani Edward is a distinguished global public health researcher and an influential leader dedicated to addressing health inequities through evidence-based research and transformative leadership. With over four years of experience, his expertise spans infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and primary health care. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree at St. Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, where his research focuses on caregivers’ readiness to attend epilepsy clinics for their children. Dr. Edward has held leadership roles as Chief of Party for youth-led research programs and has contributed significantly to global health discourse as an Associate Editor and Guest Editor for the Journal of Public Health Research. He has also served as a reviewer for multiple international journals. His academic journey includes fellowships and specialized training in research communication, data visualization, and implementation science. Passionate about empowering communities and fostering sustainable health systems, Dr. Edward continues to drive impactful research and advocacy initiatives to reduce health disparities worldwide.

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Summary of Suitability

Dr. Majani Edward is a distinguished global public health researcher and an influential leader with over four years of experience dedicated to advancing health equity. His work encompasses infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and primary health care, with a particular focus on addressing health disparities. As an Associate Editor at the Journal of Public Health Research under SAGE Publishing, Dr. Edward plays a pivotal role in disseminating vital public health knowledge by overseeing the peer review process and ensuring the publication of high-quality research.

🎓 Education:

Doctor of Medicine (2020 – 2025) | St. Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, Tanzania
- Dissertation: Caregivers’ readiness to attend epilepsy clinic for their children and associated factors in Ifakara, Tanzania
- Advisor: Professor Albino Kalolo
Research Project Management (2023-2024) | African Cancer Strategic Training Achievement for Research Success (STARS)
- Dissertation: Clinical epidemiology and pathological profile of cervical cancer patients attending Good Samaritan Cancer Hospital in Ifakara, Tanzania
- Advisor: Dr. Salvatory Mlaga

💼 Work Experience:

Chief of Party – Youth-Led Research Program (2024 – 2025) | Youth Health Action Network, Tanzania
- Led youth-led research initiatives, empowering young researchers.
- Managed timelines, objectives, and research execution.
- Conducted capacity-building workshops and knowledge-sharing forums.
Guest Editor (December 2024 – Present) | Journal of Public Health Research (SAGE Publishing)
- Leading a special collection on “Mpox: Global Perspectives, Public Health Response, and Future Directions.”
- Collaborating with researchers on epidemiology and policy interventions.
Associate Editor (May 2024 – Present) | Journal of Public Health Research (SAGE Publishing)
- Overseeing peer review processes for high-quality publications.
- Coordinating with authors, reviewers, and editorial boards.
- Enhancing journal visibility and impact.
Chief of Party – Gender-Based Violence & Leadership Program (2024) | Youth Health Action Network, Tanzania
- Led strategies to combat gender-based violence and promote leadership among youth.
- Supervised multidisciplinary teams and collaborated with stakeholders.
- Monitored and evaluated program impact.
Reviewer (March 2022 – Present) | Journal of Health Science Reports, Advances in Research, International Journal of Surgery (IJS), Public Health Challenges
- Conducted in-depth manuscript reviews, ensuring scientific rigor and clarity.
- Provided constructive feedback to authors and editors.
- Contributed to maintaining research integrity and high publication standards.

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors:

Research Communication Scholar (2025) 🗣️ | Leaders of Africa Institute
Data Visualization for Social Impact (2025) 📊 | Leaders of Africa Institute
Africa SDGs Mentorship Programme (2025) 🌍 | Advance Initiative for Innovation and Development
YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa (2024) 🎓
International Summer School in Global Health (2024) 🏥 | Barcelona Institute of Global Health
Millennium Fellowship (2024) 🌟
Aspire Leaders Program (2024) 🚀 | Aspire Institute
Youth Capacity Building (YOCAB) (2023 – 2024) 📚 | Tanzania Health Summit

Publication Top Notes:

Climate change and contagion: the emerging threat of zoonotic diseases in Africa

Bullying Among University Students: Challenges and Future Direction

Timely Diagnosis of PID: Leveraging Ultrasound for Effective Management

Breaking the Silence: Ending the Stigma Around Gender‐Based Violence

TIMELY DIAGNOSIS OF PID: LEVERAGING ULTRASOUND FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT

ASSESSMENT OF THE APPLICATION OF RADIATION PHYSICS KNOWLEDGE DURING CLINICAL TRAININGS AMONG CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, ENUGU CAMPUS

Prof. Dr. Gennadii Golub, National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine, Ukraine

Gennadii Golub, is a Ukrainian professor and researcher specializing in agricultural mechanization, bio-energy systems, and engineering management. He currently serves as a professor in the Department of Technical Service and Engineering Management named after M.P. Momotenko at the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine. With a career spanning over four decades, he has held various research and leadership positions, including Director of the Research Institute of Engineering and Technology and Head of the Department of Tractors, Automobiles, and Bio-Energy Systems. His academic journey includes an Electromechanical Engineering degree from the Ukrainian Agricultural Academy and doctoral research at the National Scientific Center “Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture” of UAAS. Golub has significantly contributed to the advancement of mechanization in agriculture, fuel and energy resource management, and biotechnological processes. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and an independent user of English, he remains actively engaged in research and education, shaping the future of agricultural engineering in Ukraine.

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Gennadii Golub has an extensive research background in agricultural mechanization, biofuels, and electrophysical methods in agriculture. His career spans over three decades, during which he has held key research and academic positions, including roles as a Senior Researcher, Head of Department, and Professor. His contributions to engineering and technology, particularly in bio-energy systems and agricultural mechanization, indicate significant expertise and impact in his field.

🎓 Education & Training

📍 Nikopol Technical School of Hydromelioration and Agricultural Mechanization (Ukraine)
📅 1974 – 1978 | 🎖️ Electromechanical Technician

📍 Ukrainian Agricultural Academy (Kyiv, Ukraine)
📅 1978 – 1983 | 🎖️ Electromechanical Engineer

📍 Ukrainian Research Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture (Ukraine)
📅 1984 – 1987 | 🎖️ Postgraduate Student

📍 National Scientific Center “Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture” of UAAS (Ukraine)
📅 2000 – 2003 | 🎖️ Doctoral Student

🏆 Work Experience

🔹 Electrical Equipment Engineer | Agricultural Collective Farm, Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine (1983 – 1984)
🔹 Junior Research Fellow | Ukrainian Research Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture (1987 – 1989)
🔹 Researcher | Ukrainian Research Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture (1989 – 1995)
🔹 Senior Researcher | National Scientific Center “Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture” of UAAS (1995 – 2000)
🔹 Leading Researcher | National Scientific Center “Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture” of UAAS (2004 – 2005)
🔹 Head of Laboratory | National Scientific Center “Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture” of UAAS (2005 – 2006)
🔹 Head of Department | National Scientific Center “Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture” of UAAS (2006 – 2011)
🔹 Director | Research Institute of Engineering and Technology, Kyiv, Ukraine (2011 – 2015)
🔹 Head of Department | National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (2015 – 2020)
🔹 Professor | National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (2020 – Present)

🏅 Achievements, Awards & Honors

🌍 Expert in Agricultural Mechanization & Bio-Energy Systems
📖 Published multiple research papers in agricultural engineering
🔬 Pioneered electrophysical methods in agriculture
🏆 Recognized for contributions in biofuel production & mechanization
📚 Mentored students & led academic research projects

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