Arsene Jaures Ouemba Tasse | Biomedical and Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr . Arsene Jaures Ouemba Tasse | Biomedical and Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Postdoc at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Dr. Arsène Jaures Ouemba Tasse is a dynamic Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, with a specialized focus in applied dynamical systems and mathematical modeling of infectious diseases. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Dschang, Cameroon, and has published extensively in high-impact journals on topics including Ebola, COVID-19, Typhoid, and Monkeypox. His research contributions have global significance, particularly in understanding disease transmission dynamics and control strategies. Dr. Ouemba Tasse has participated in numerous international conferences, received prestigious research grants, and supervised both undergraduate and postgraduate students. He is also an active reviewer for several scientific journals and has contributed to collaborative projects funded by renowned institutions like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His growing leadership in academic events, combined with his commitment to public health through mathematics, positions him as a highly influential figure in the field of mathematical epidemiology.

Professional Profile 

Education🎓 

Dr. Arsène Jaures Ouemba Tasse has a strong academic foundation in mathematics, beginning with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Yaoundé I in 2009. He pursued his Honours and Master’s degrees in Mathematics at the University of Dschang, Cameroon, where he graduated with distinction. His academic journey culminated in earning a Ph.D. in Applied Dynamical Systems and Mathematical Modeling from the same institution in 2021. His doctoral studies equipped him with advanced knowledge in differential equations, epidemiological modeling, partial differential equations, and numerical analysis. Additionally, he obtained a Secondary and High School Teacher’s Diploma in Mathematics from the Higher Teacher’s Training College of Yaoundé in 2008, highlighting his early commitment to education. To enhance his international research engagement, he completed an English language course at the University of the Witwatersrand in 2023. His academic pathway reflects both depth and breadth in mathematical sciences, with a strong emphasis on applied research for real-world impact.

Professional Experience📝

Dr. Ouemba Tasse brings over 15 years of professional experience in teaching, research, and academic mentorship. Since November 2022, he has served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, where he engages in cutting-edge research, student supervision, and academic event organization. Before this, he spent over a decade teaching mathematics in various high schools in Cameroon, including the General High School Tsela and the General Bilingual High School Bameka. His university-level experience includes lecturing and tutoring in courses such as algebra, calculus, mathematical modeling, and discrete population dynamics. He has participated in academic panels, supervised postgraduate research groups, and served as an external examiner. His professional journey reflects a seamless transition from secondary education to advanced research, demonstrating versatility, leadership, and commitment to educational excellence in both national and international academic environments.

Research Interest🔎

Dr. Ouemba Tasse’s research interests are centered around mathematical epidemiology, applied dynamical systems, and optimal control theory, particularly in the context of infectious disease modeling. He focuses on developing and analyzing mathematical models that simulate the transmission dynamics of diseases such as Ebola, COVID-19, Typhoid, Malaria, Monkeypox, and HIV. His models incorporate various control strategies including awareness programs, vaccination, isolation, and traditional versus modern treatment methods. He also works on the mathematical formulation and numerical solutions using nonstandard finite difference schemes that ensure stability and accuracy in epidemic simulations. His recent projects explore the co-dynamics of multiple infections and the role of environmental and behavioral factors in disease propagation. Additionally, he is interested in the intersection of public health and mathematics, including modeling cancer progression and mother-to-child HIV transmission. His interdisciplinary approach bridges mathematical theory and health policy, offering vital insights for effective disease control and healthcare intervention strategies.

Award and Honor🏆

Dr. Ouemba Tasse has received numerous accolades and support from prestigious institutions for his impactful research in mathematical modeling. He was awarded a Postdoctoral Fellowship by the University of the Witwatersrand, along with funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for a cervical cancer modeling project. He received full sponsorships from the Simons Foundation and the Pacific Institute of Mathematical Sciences to attend international conferences and research schools in Canada and the USA. He won first prize in Analysis at a postgraduate workshop in Cameroon and was a recipient of the Humboldt Foundation’s funding during the Dschang Humboldt Kolleg. His academic excellence has been further recognized through grant awards from the Society for Mathematical Biology and participation in global conferences like BIOMATH and CIMPA. These honors not only acknowledge his research excellence but also reflect his growing reputation as a leading contributor to mathematical modeling in epidemiology and public health.

Research Skill🔬

Dr. Ouemba Tasse possesses advanced research skills in both theoretical and computational aspects of applied mathematics. He is proficient in developing deterministic and stochastic models of infectious diseases, applying optimal control techniques, and performing stability analysis of equilibrium states. His expertise in nonstandard finite difference schemes enhances the accuracy and robustness of numerical simulations. He is well-versed in software tools such as MATLAB, MATHEMATICA, R, and LaTeX, which he uses extensively for simulations, data analysis, and scientific writing. His research includes data fitting and parameter estimation, and he has applied these techniques in real-world epidemiological studies. He also has strong collaborative skills, having led and co-supervised numerous multidisciplinary projects and study groups. Additionally, he contributes as a peer reviewer for reputed journals and book chapters, showcasing his analytical precision and subject-matter authority. These combined skills make him an adept and resourceful researcher capable of addressing complex public health challenges through mathematics.

Conclusion💡

Dr. Arsène Jaures Ouemba Tasse is a highly promising and competitive candidate for the Best Researcher Award, especially in fields involving epidemiological modeling, applied mathematics, and computational public health. His international exposure, robust publication record, academic mentoring, and societal relevance of his research make him exceptionally well-qualified for this honor.

While still in an early career stage, his trajectory shows exemplary leadership potential and deep scholarly contributions. With minor improvements such as increasing PI roles and broader interdisciplinary outreach, he would not only be eligible but also a standout award recipient.

Publications Top Noted✍

  1. Title: Mathematical modeling of contact tracing as a control strategy of Ebola virus disease
    Authors: T. Berge, A.J. Ouemba Tassé, H.M. Tenkam, J. Lubuma
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 34

  2. Title: Dynamics of host-reservoir transmission of Ebola with spillover potential to humans
    Authors: B. Tsanou, J.M.S. Lubuma, A.J.O. Tassé, H.M. Tenkam
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 22

  3. Title: Ebola virus disease dynamics with some preventive measures: a case study of the 2018–2020 Kivu outbreak
    Authors: A.J. Ouemba Tasse, B. Tsanou, J. Lubuma, J.L. Woukeng, F. Signing
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 6

  4. Title: Nonstandard finite difference schemes for some epidemic optimal control problems
    Authors: A.J.O. Tassé, V.B. Kubalasa, B. Tsanou
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 2

  5. Title: A metapopulation model with exit screening measure for the 2014–2016 West Africa Ebola virus outbreak
    Authors: A.J.O. Tassé, B. Tsanou, J.L. Woukeng, J.M.S. Lubuma
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1

  6. Title: A mathematical model to study herbal and modern treatments against COVID-19
    Authors: A.J. Ouemba Tassé, B. Tsanou, C. Kwa Kum, J. Lubuma
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1

  7. Title: Assessment of effective isolation, safe burial and vaccination optimal controls for an Ebola epidemic model
    Authors: A.J.O. Tassé, B. Tsanou, J.M.S. Lubuma, J.L. Woukeng
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 1

  8. Title: Mathematical modelling of the dynamics of typhoid fever and two modes of treatment in a Health District in Cameroon
    Authors: T.J. Tsafack, C.K. Kum, A.J.O. Tassé, B. Tsanou
    Year: 2025

  9. Title: A mathematical model on the impact of awareness and traditional medicine in the control of Ebola: case study of the 2014–2016 outbreaks in Sierra Leone and Liberia
    Authors: A.J. Ouemba Tassé, B. Tsanou, C.K. Kum, J. Lubuma
    Year: 2024

  10. Title: Influence of the co-dynamics Ebola-COVID-19 in the population
    Authors: A.J.O. Tassé, J. Lubuma, B. Tsanou
    Year: 2023

  11. Title: Investigating the impact of isolation, self-isolation and environmental transmission on the spread of COVID-19: case study in Rwanda
    Authors: J.M.S. Lubuma, A.J.O. Tassé, F. Signing, B. Tsanou
    Year: 2023

  12. Title: Modélisation mathématique de la transmission de la maladie à virus Ebola et stratégies de contrôle
    Authors: A.J.O. Tasse
    Year: 2021

  13. Title: Mathematical modeling of contact tracing as a control strategy of Ebola virus disease (Duplicate entry)
    Authors: B. Tsanou, A.J. Ouemba Tassé, H.M. Tenkam, J.M.S. Lubuma
    Year: 2018

  14. Title: Investigating the impact of isolation, self-isolation and environmental transmission on the spread of COVID-19: case study of Rwanda (Duplicate entry)
    Authors: M.S.L. Jean, A.J.O. Tassé, F. Signing, B. Tsanou
    Year: 2023

Mrs. Fotini Arabatzi | Biomedical | Excellence in Research

Mrs. Fotini Arabatzi | Biomedical | Excellence in Research

Fotini Arabatzi at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

👨‍🎓 Profiles

Scopus

Publications

Could footwear stiffness reduce the development of proinflammatory markers in long-distance runners?

  • Authors: Papagiannaki, M., Samoladas, E., Arabatzi, F., Tsouknidas, A.
  • Journal: Advances in Medical Sciences
  • Year: 2024

Evaluating the Efficacy of Eccentric Half-Squats for Post-Activation Performance Enhancement in Jump Ability in Male Jumpers

  • Authors: Kannas, T.M., Chalatzoglidis, G., Arvanitidou, E., Paizis, C., Arabatzi, F.
  • Journal: Applied Sciences (Switzerland)
  • Year: 2024

Unique Neural Mechanisms Underlying Speed Control of Low-Force Ballistic Contractions

  • Authors: Kim, J.J., Delmas, S., Choi, Y.J., Yacoubi, B., Christou, E.A.
  • Journal: Journal of Human Kinetics
  • Year: 2024

Maturity Affects Static Balance in Early Adolescent Boys and Girls Associated with Achilles Tendon Stiffness

  • Authors: Paschaleri, Z., Kannas, T.M., Chalatzoglidis, G., Arabatzi, F.
  • Journal: International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences
  • Year: 2024

Training-induced Achilles tendon adaptation: a distinct population within adolescence

  • Authors: Chalatzoglidis, G., Kannas, T.M., Trapezanidou, M., Arabatzi, F.
  • Journal: Journal of Physical Education and Sport
  • Year: 2023

Ms. Shreya Pandya | Keratoconus | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Shreya Pandya, Keratoconus, Best Researcher Award

Shreya Pandya at University of Louisville School of Medicine, United States

Professional Profile

🌟 Summary:

Shreya Pandya is a driven researcher and medical student at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, recognized for her extensive research in ophthalmology and gastrointestinal neurophysiology, coupled with a strong commitment to community service and leadership in medical organizations.

🎓 Education:

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine (ULSOM), Louisville, KY
    • Expected Graduation: May 2026
  • University of Georgia (UGA), Athens, GA
    • Summa Cum Laude, Honors Program
    • Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences, Minor in Sociology
    • GPA: 3.94
    • Graduated: May 2022
  • UGA Study Abroad, Discover Australia Program, Sydney, Brisbane, Noosa, AU
    • Winter 2019

🔬 Research Experience:

  • University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, Chicago, IL
    • Research Assistant, Dr. Ali Djalilian
    • Sep 2023-Present
  • Hoopes Vision Research Center, Draper, UT
    • Research Assistant, Dr. Majid Moshirfar
    • May 2023-Present
  • Aquila Bioscience, Galway, Ireland (Virtual)
    • Research Assistant, Dr. Lokesh Joshi
    • May 2020-May 2022
  • UGA Gastrointestinal Neurophysiology Lab, Athens, GA
    • CURO Research Assistant and Summer Fellow, Dr. Claire de La Serre
    • Dec 2018-May 2022
  • UGA Bone and Body Composition Laboratory, Athens, GA
    • Lab Assistant, Dr. Richard Lewis
    • Sep 2018-Aug 2019
  • GI Specialists of Georgia, Marietta, GA
    • Research Assistant, Dr. Aasim Sheikh
    • May 2017-Jul 2018

🏅Honors and Awards:

  • Distinction in Research Track Recipient (2023)
  • CURO Assistantship (Spring 2020, Summer 2019)
  • CURO Summer Fellowship (Summer 2020)
  • Carolyn Berdanier Undergraduate Research Grant – FACS College
  • Zena Costa Brown Scholarship, Alumni Scholarship, Undergraduate Research Scholarship – FACS College
  • Honors International Scholars Program, Ash Service Award – UGA Honors Program
  • Charter Scholar, Zell Miller Scholarship, Presidential Scholar, Dean’s List

🩺 Clinical Shadowing/Volunteering Experience:

  • Athens Clarke County Jail, Athens, GA
    • Shadowing Dr. John Freeman Bradberry, Dec 2020-May 2022
  • Family First: Pain Management, Athens, GA
    • Volunteer with Dr. Subodh Agrawal, Aug 2020-May 2022
  • Marietta Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center, Marietta, GA
    • Shadowing Dr. Piyush Raman, Feb 2020-May 2022

📖 Publications Top Noted:

Paper Title: AvaGen Genetic Testing versus Ocular Screening Assessments Including the Keratoconus Severity Score (KSS) and Randleman Ectasia Risk Score System (ERSS) in Refractive Surgery Candidates
  • Authors: Moshirfar, M.; Pandya, S.; Zhang, S.; Ayesha, A.; Hoopes, P.C.
  • Journal: Clinical Ophthalmology
  • Volume: 18
  • Pages: 1245-1255
  • Year: 2024
Paper Title: Central corneal distortion after small-incision lenticule extraction
  • Authors: Moshirfar, M.; Zhang, S.; Pandya, S.; Ganesh, S.; Kim, G.
  • Journal: Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • Volume: 49
  • Pages: 1183-1186
  • Issue: 11
  • Year: 2023
Paper Title: Incidence and Management of Epithelial-Related Complications After SMILE
  • Authors: Moshirfar, M.; Zhang, S.; Pandya, S.; Stoakes, I.M.; Hoopes, P.C.
  • Journal: Clinical Ophthalmology
  • Volume: 17
  • Pages: 2777-2789
  • Year: 2023

Dr. Zhen Cao | Healthcare | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhen Cao, Healthcare, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Capital Medical University, China

Professional Profile

🌟 Summary:

Dr. Cao Zhen is a dedicated PhD student at the School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, specializing in health policy and hospital management. A member of the Expert Pool for Project Funding Supervision at the National Health Commission, he has overseen two provincial and ministerial-level projects and participated in a National Social Science Foundation project. He has contributed to numerous other projects and has published nine academic papers. His research has been instrumental in providing decision-making support during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in the areas of funding, material support, and the economic operation of hospitals.

🎓 Education:

Pursuing a PhD in Health Care Management, specializing in Health Policy and Hospital Management, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University.

💼 Professional Experience

  • Member, Expert Pool for Project Funding Supervision, National Health Commission
  • Oversaw two provincial and ministerial-level projects
  • Participated in a National Social Science Foundation project
  • Contributed to multiple provincial and ministerial-level projects
  • Published nine academic papers

🔬 Research Interests:

  • Hospital Management
  • Health Policy
  • Funding and Material Support for Epidemic Prevention and Control
  • Economic Operation of Hospitals

📖 Publications Top Noted:

Paper Title: Retrospective analysis of defect reconstruction after abdominal wall tumor resection in 30 patients
  • Authors: Zhao, X., Cao, Z., Nie, Y., Chen, J., Shen, Y.
  • Journal: Hernia
  • Volume: 25
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 375–381
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 4
Paper Title: Porcine Small Intestinal Submucosa Mesh to Treat Inguinal Hernia in Young Adults Using Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair: A Retrospective Controlled Study
  • Authors: Liu, Y., Cao, Z., Yang, H., Shen, Y., Chen, J.
  • Journal: Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy and Percutaneous Techniques
  • Volume: 30
  • Issue: 4
  • Pages: 367–370
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 7
Paper Title: Application of Acellular Tissue Matrix for Enhancement of Weak Abdominal Wall in Animal Model
  • Authors: Wang, M., Yang, S., Cao, Z., Hu, S.
  • Journal: BioMed Research International
  • Volume: 2020
  • Pages: 3475289
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 2
Paper Title: Application efficacy of porcine small intestinal submucosa patch in different procedures for inguinal hernia in young adult patients
  • Authors: Cao, Z., Liu, Y., Shen, Y., Chen, J.
  • Journal: Chinese Journal of General Surgery
  • Volume: 28
  • Issue: 10
  • Pages: 1275–1280
  • Year: 2019