Francis Akpa-Inyang | Public Health | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Francis Akpa-Inyang | Public Health | Young Scientist Award

Research Associate | Durban University of Technology | South Africa

Dr. Francis Akpa-Inyang is a multidisciplinary public health scholar whose research integrates bioethics, indigenous knowledge systems, research integrity, and applied health sciences. His work advances understanding of informed consent within African traditional medicine, exploring how cultural values, communal decision-making, and indigenous ethical frameworks shape patient autonomy and healthcare interactions. He has developed a pluralistic model for healthcare decision-making that offers a culturally grounded alternative to Western biomedical ethics, contributing significantly to debates on ethics in global health. His scholarship further extends to orthopaedic research, 3D-printing innovation, public health behaviour, infectious disease knowledge, and higher-education teaching and learning. He has published widely in peer-reviewed journals, addressing themes such as ethical regulation, cross-cultural consent processes, infection control, ergonomics in remote work, pedagogy, and health-seeking behaviours. In addition to his academic contributions, he plays an active role in strengthening research integrity systems in Africa, drafting institutional policies, investigating ethical breaches, and providing training in responsible research conduct. He collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, contributes to international conferences, and supports emerging scholars through supervision and mentorship across public health, clinical sciences, and social science research. His work on ethical, legal, social, and cultural issues in emerging technologies, including synthetic biology and artificial intelligence, reinforces his commitment to ethical governance in rapidly evolving scientific landscapes. With expertise spanning bioethics, public health research, academic development, and research integrity leadership, he is recognized for advancing culturally responsive ethical practices and promoting high standards of scientific conduct within African and global research environments.

Featured Publication

Akpa-Inyang, F. (2025). The San Code of Ethics versus international ethical guidelines: A cross-cultural analysis. African Journal of Inter/Multidisciplinary Studies, 7(1).

Md. Ramjan Sheikh | Public health | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Md. Ramjan Sheikh | Public health | Young Scientist Award

Research assistant, Gono Bishwabidyalay

Md. Ramjan Sheikh is a biochemist specializing in molecular biology, with expertise in bacterial identification, enzyme assays, and bioinformatics. He holds an M.S. in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science & Technology University and a B.Sc. (Hons) from Gono Bishwabidyalay. Currently, he serves as a consultant biochemist at Super Medical Hospital, Savar, and is the founder of Plasma Cell Research Center. His research spans bacterial genomics, enzyme activity, and plant biochemistry. With multiple publications, he actively contributes to scientific advancements in biochemical research.

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🎓 Education

M.S. (2023) – Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science & Technology University, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (CGPA: 3.83/4) B.Sc. (Hons) (2020) – Gono Bishwabidyalay, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (CGPA: 3.76/4) HSC (2014) – Gov. Yasin College, Science (GPA: 4.30/5) SSC (2012) – Kola Sadar Uddin High School, Science (GPA: 4.69/5)

💼 Experience

Consultant Biochemist – Super Medical Hospital, Savar, Dhaka Former Laboratory Officer – Gonosasthaya RNA Molecular Diagnostic & Research Center, Dhaka (2021) Founder & Instructor – Plasma Cell Research Center Research & Diagnostic Expertise – PCR, rt-PCR, bacterial isolation, enzyme assays, bioinformatics

🏆 Awards & Honors

Certificate of Excellence in Molecular Biology Research Best Presenter Award at Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Seminars Recognized Trainer in Bioinformatics & Research Statistics Multiple certificates from National Institute of Biotechnology for advanced molecular research training

🔬 Research Focus

Bacterial Genomics – Isolation, identification & whole-genome sequencing Plant Biochemistry – Antioxidant enzyme assays & stress responses Bioinformatics – Drug design, computational biology & machine learning applications in genomics Molecular Diagnostics – PCR-based pathogen detection, including COVID-19, Hepatitis B & C

Conclusion

Md. Ramjan Sheikh exhibits a solid foundation in biochemistry and molecular biology, with notable academic achievements, research experience, and technical skills. His active participation in research and professional roles underscores his dedication to the field. To further strengthen his candidacy for a Young Scientist Award, focusing on advanced research qualifications, international collaborations, and grant acquisition is advisable. Overall, he shows significant potential as an emerging scientist.

Publication

Determination of antimicrobial activity of medicinal plant Cassia obtusifolia L. (Chakunda) leaf extract on selected pathogenic microbes
Authors: MH Rony, MAS Imran, R Islam, F Ahmed, BB Zaker, P Akter, MG Mosaib, …
Year: 2019
Citation: 3

 

Biochemical analysis of Leonurus sibiricus and prediction of its bioactive compound-protein interactions in Homo sapiens
Authors: AA Osman, AAA Omar, MA Khatun, MR Sheikh, MS Alam, MMU Zaman, …
Year: 2024
Citation: 1

 

Identification and Characterization of a Protease Producing Bacillus cereus Strain From Tannery Waste for Efficient Dehairing of Goat Skin
Authors: ME Uddin, MR Sheikh, M Asaduzzaman, S Ahmed, SK Kundu, AAI Sina
Year: 2025
Citation: Not available

 

Proteomic Insights Into The Health Impacts of Cigarette Smoking: Analyzing Nicotine, PAHs, Aromatic Amines, And Aldehydes
Authors: ML Miah, MF Hossain, ME Uddin, MH Rahman, H Barua, AA Osman, …
Year: 2025
Citation: Not available

 

Morphophysiological characterization of buckwheat landraces toward the development of germplasm in Bangladesh
Authors: MR Sheikh, M Shafiuzzaman, A Khan, MTS Turin, MT Abedin, MA Sayed
Year: 2024
Citation: Not available

 

Genomic Insights into the Cultivated Common Buckwheat: A Comprehensive Review on Genetic Diversity, Population Structure, and Marker Technologies
Authors: MR Sheikh, MT Abedin, ME Uddin, AS Toma, L Lisa, D Saha, MA Sayed
Year: Not available
Citation: Not available