Mr. Niguss Cherie, Physiology Award, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Niguss Cherie Bekele’s research interests revolve around key areas in public health, particularly focusing on reproductive health and maternal and child health. He is passionate about exploring topics such as the effectiveness of mHealth interventions to improve maternal and child healthcare services, factors influencing antenatal care initiation among pregnant women, colostrum feeding practices among postnatal mothers, and the impact of behavioral change communication on reducing stunting and improving nutrition among children during the first 1000 days.

Furthermore, Mr. Cherie is interested in studying the determinants of virologic failure among adults on antiretroviral therapy, emergency contraceptive use among female students, and the availability of adequately iodized salt at the household level. His research also delves into parent-adolescent communication regarding sexual and reproductive health, the utilization of modern family planning services postpartum, and the mapping of evidence on reproductive health service uptake among women.

Overall, Mr. Cherie’s research interests reflect a comprehensive approach to addressing public health challenges, with a focus on evidence-based interventions, health promotion strategies, and improving healthcare outcomes for vulnerable populations.