Kevin Njabo | Public Health | Innovative Research Award

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Kevin Njabo — Texas A&M University, AgriLife

Kevin Njabo
Affiliation Texas A&M University, AgriLife
Country United States
Scopus ID 23501926900
Documents 32
Citations 856
h-index 17
Subject Area Public Health
Event Global Scientist Day Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5799-0688

Kevin Njabo is a researcher whose documented work connects biodiversity, infectious diseases, environmental change, epidemiology, and public health. His research record includes studies involving malaria transmission, avian influenza, pandemic preparedness, biodiversity, and conservation-related health questions. Public institutional information identifies him as a Senior Research Scientist within Texas A&M AgriLife Research, while his ORCID record documents research activities and selected scholarly works. [1] [2]

Abstract

Kevin Njabo is a researcher working at the intersection of biodiversity, infectious diseases, environmental change, and public health. His documented scholarship addresses malaria transmission, avian influenza, pandemic preparedness, wildlife health, and conservation science. His research profile includes collaboration across ecological and epidemiological disciplines and work involving African environments. [1] [2]

Keywords

Kevin Njabo, public health, biodiversity, infectious diseases, malaria, avian influenza, pandemic preparedness, environmental health, conservation biology, disease ecology, epidemiology, emerging diseases, Africa, wildlife health, ecological research.

Introduction

Research on infectious disease increasingly incorporates environmental and ecological determinants alongside conventional epidemiological approaches. Njabo’s documented work reflects this interdisciplinary perspective, particularly through studies of vector-borne diseases, avian influenza, biodiversity, and environmental conditions. [3]

Research Profile

Njabo’s research profile spans conservation biology, infectious disease ecology, biodiversity, and public health. Texas A&M AgriLife identifies him as a Senior Research Scientist in Ecology and Conservation Biology. His publicly documented research interests include emerging infectious tropical diseases, biodiversity and health, malaria, mosquito ecology, and avian influenza, illustrating a broad interface between environmental science and human and animal health. [1] [4]

Research Contributions

His documented contributions include collaborative research on malaria ecology, avian influenza surveillance, pandemic reporting systems, and biodiversity-related questions. A 2018 study co-authored by Njabo investigated climate variables in relation to malaria transmission and mosquito abundance in South Africa. Other documented work addresses influenza surveillance and pandemic data systems in Africa, providing examples of research connecting ecological observations with public-health preparedness. [3]

Publications

Njabo is associated with scholarly publications across ecology, conservation, infectious disease, and public health. Representative works include research on malaria transmission and climate, pandemic A/H1N1 influenza in swine in Cameroon, COVID-19 data reporting systems in Africa, and recent biodiversity and conservation research.[1] [3]

Research Impact

The available bibliographic information indicates scholarly influence across multiple research areas, including infectious disease ecology, environmental health, and conservation. The supplied Scopus metrics report 32 documents, 856 citations, and an h-index of 17; these figures should be understood as database-specific measurements that can change as indexing and citation records are updated. Independent public profiles may report different publication and citation totals because their coverage and update schedules differ. [2]

Award Suitability

For the Global Scientist Day Awards, Njabo’s documented research themes provide a relevant scholarly basis for consideration within a public-health-oriented recognition context. His work connects infectious disease research with environmental systems, biodiversity, surveillance, and conservation.

Conclusion

Kevin Njabo’s documented academic record reflects interdisciplinary research connecting biodiversity, environmental change, infectious diseases, and public health. His publications address topics including malaria, avian influenza, pandemic preparedness, and conservation science. Institutional and ORCID records provide identifiable evidence of his research activities and affiliations, while supplied bibliometric information offers a quantitative snapshot of his scholarly profile. [1] [4]

References

    1. ORCID. (2026.). Kevin Njabo — ORCID record 0000-0002-5799-0688.
      https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5799-0688
    2. Elsevier. (2026.). Scopus author details: Kevin Njabo, Author ID 23501926900. Scopus.
      https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=23501926900
    3. Transforming Human–Manatee Relations: Socio-Ecological Drivers of Conflict and Coexistence in Lake Ossa, Cameroon.
      https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/aqc.70401
    4. Global Scientist Day Awards. (2026.). Global Scientist Day Awards.
      https://scientistday.org/

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Prof. Simon Podnar | Medical Discoveries | Research Excellence Award

University Medical Centre Ljubljana | Slovenia

Prof. Simon Podnar, MD, DSc, is a distinguished neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist at the University of Ljubljana and the University Medical Center Ljubljana. He specializes in electromyography, neuromuscular imaging, and advanced neurophysiological diagnostics, with international training across Europe and the United States. He introduced neuromuscular ultrasonography to Slovenia and has held major leadership roles in national and international neurological societies. He leads Slovenia’s only state-funded clinical neurological research program, serves on leading journal editorial boards, and has authored over 400 scientific works, including influential discoveries in neuromuscular and peripheral nerve disorders.

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Dr. Alexis M. Koskan, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University (ASU), specializing in behavioral oncology, cancer prevention, and implementation science. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship in Behavioral Oncology at the Moffitt Cancer Center and earned her Ph.D. in Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior from the University of South Carolina. Her research focuses on the prevention and control of cancers caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), increasing cancer screening uptake, and developing community-engaged interventions that promote equitable access to cancer prevention services. Dr. Koskan has led and collaborated on numerous NIH- and industry-funded projects, including initiatives addressing vaccine hesitancy, digital health interventions, and culturally tailored cancer education for underserved populations. Her scholarship has produced over 45 peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as Vaccine, JMIR, and Journal of Cancer Education. Through interdisciplinary and community-based approaches, Dr. Koskan’s work advances the dissemination and implementation of evidence-based strategies to reduce cancer disparities and improve public health outcomes.

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