Zinie Abita | Public Health Award | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Zinie Abita, Public Health Award, Best Researcher Award

Zinie Abita at Mizan-Tepi University, Ethiopia

Mr. Zinie Abita is a dedicated professional with expertise in public health, particularly in the areas of reproductive health, adolescent health, and maternal and child health. He holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Reproductive Health from Jimma University and a Bachelor of Sciences in Midwifery from Mizan Tepi University, Ethiopia.

Currently serving as a Lecturer at Mizan Tepi University’s College of Medicine and Health Science, Mr. Abita has been actively involved in both academic and community engagement activities. He has a passion for research and has contributed significantly to the field through his publications in reputable journals, focusing on topics such as menstrual hygiene management, adolescent health, and disease prediction using machine learning techniques.

Profile:

Education:

Master of Public Health (MPH) in Reproductive Health

  • Faculty of Public Health, Jimma University
  • Duration: 2017 – 2019

Bachelor of Sciences in Midwifery

  • Mizan Tepi University, Ethiopia
  • Duration: 2013 – 2016

Professional Experience:

Mr. Zinie Abita has extensive professional experience in the field of public health, primarily focused on education, research, and community engagement. Currently serving as a Lecturer at Mizan Tepi University’s College of Medicine and Health Science since 2019, he plays a pivotal role in teaching public health courses, conducting research projects, and guiding students in their academic pursuits. Prior to this, he served as a Graduate Assistant I-II at the same institution from 2016 to 2017, where he actively contributed to various academic and research activities under the guidance of senior faculty members. Through his roles, Mr. Abita has developed strong teaching abilities, conducted impactful research, and actively participated in community initiatives aimed at addressing public health issues. His dedication and commitment to advancing public health make him a valuable asset to both academic institutions and the communities they serve.

Research Interest:

Mr. Zinie Abita’s research interests center on two main domains within the field of public health: adolescent health and maternal and child health. In the realm of adolescent health, he focuses on investigating various facets such as reproductive health, mental health, substance abuse, and access to healthcare services. Through his research, Mr. Abita aims to uncover the challenges confronting adolescents and to develop targeted interventions to enhance their overall well-being. Additionally, he delves into maternal and child health issues, emphasizing factors influencing maternal and child mortality, access to prenatal and postnatal care, infant nutrition, and immunization. His research endeavors seek to identify gaps in existing maternal and child health services and to devise effective strategies for addressing them. By contributing valuable insights to these critical areas, Mr. Abita aims to inform policy formulation and program development aimed at improving health outcomes for adolescents, mothers, and children, both locally in Ethiopia and on a broader scale.

Publication Top Noted:

 Spatial variation and determinants of mother and newborn skin-to-skin contact care practices in Ethiopia: A spatial and multilevel mixed-effect analysis
  • Authors: Girma, D.; Abita, Z.; Negese, Y.; Abebe, G.F.
  • Journal: PLoS ONE
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 19
  • Issue: 2 (February)
  • Article number: e0297305
  • Open access: Yes

Individual and community-level factors of perinatal mortality in the high mortality regions of Ethiopia: a multilevel mixed-effect analysis

  • Authors: Girma, D.; Abita, Z.; Fetene, G.; Birie, B.
  • Journal: BMC Public Health
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 22
  • Issue: 1
  • Page: 247
  • Open access: Yes

Exposure to mass media family planning messages and associated factors among youth men in Ethiopia

  • Authors: Abita, Z.; Girma, D.
  • Journal: Heliyon
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 8
  • Issue: 9
  • Article number: e10544
  • Open access: Yes

Determinants of oral rehydration salt utilization among under-five children with diarrhea in Ethiopia: A multilevel mixed-effect analysis

  • Authors: Girma, D.; Abita, Z.; Wale, A.; Fetene, G.
  • Journal: SAGE Open Medicine
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 10
  • Open access: Yes

 

 

Wolnei Caumo | Medical award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Wolnei Caumo, Medical Award, Best Researcher Award

Professor at UFRGS, Brazil

Prof. Dr. Wolnei Caumo is a distinguished expert in the fields of anesthesia, pain management, and clinical research. As the Director of the Pain & Neuromodulation Laboratory at Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre (HCPA) and Full Professor of Anesthesia and Pain at the Medical School of Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) in Porto Alegre, Brazil, he has made significant contributions to advancing the understanding and treatment of chronic pain conditions. Dr. Caumo’s research focuses on neurophysiological markers of pain processing, biomarkers of neuroplasticity in chronic pain, and therapeutic interventions such as pharmacological and non-invasive brain stimulation techniques. He is renowned for his dedication to education and mentorship, guiding numerous students and research fellows in pain management practices. Dr. Caumo’s work has earned him widespread recognition and respect, and he continues to lead innovative research efforts aimed at improving the lives of individuals living with chronic pain.

Profile:

Education:

  • M.D. from Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Brazil (1992)
  • Residency in Anesthesia at Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Brazil (1994)
  • M.Sc. in Medicine from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil (1997)
  • Specialist in Pain and Palliative Medicine from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil (2000)
  • Ph.D. in Medicine with specialization in Pain from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil (2001)
  • Clinical Research Course from Harvard Medical School, USA (2011)

Professional Experience:

Prof. Dr. Wolnei Caumo holds several prominent positions in the field of anesthesia, pain management, and research. He is currently serving as a Full Professor of Anesthesia and Pain at the Medical School of Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul in Porto Alegre, Brazil, a position he has held since 2003. Additionally, he serves as the Head of Service in Pain and Palliative Care at Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, where he has been contributing since 2017. Dr. Caumo is also the Director of the Laboratory of Pain & Neuromodulation at the same hospital, a role he has held since 2009. Over the years, he has been actively involved in coordinating various academic programs, including the Specialized Medical Care for Pain and Palliative Medicine Course and the Graduate Program in Medical Sciences at Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul. Furthermore, he has been a Coordinator of the Center and teacher assistance of the Course in Principles and Practice of Clinical Research at Harvard Medical School since 2012. Dr. Caumo’s dedication to education and research in pain management has made him a respected figure in the field, both nationally and internationally.

Research Interest:

Prof. Dr. Wolnei Caumo’s research interests primarily revolve around pain management and neuromodulation approaches. He is particularly focused on investigating the neurophysiological mechanisms underlying chronic pain processing, including central sensitization and cortical excitability. Dr. Caumo’s research aims to identify biomarkers of neuroplasticity in musculoskeletal chronic pain conditions and explore therapeutic interventions to counteract maladaptive neuroplasticity. Additionally, he is interested in the therapeutic potential of non-invasive brain stimulation techniques, such as transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), in modulating pain perception and improving clinical outcomes in patients with chronic pain syndromes. His work also encompasses the evaluation of pharmacological interventions and the development of personalized treatment approaches based on individual neurobiological profiles. Overall, Prof. Dr. Wolnei Caumo’s research endeavors contribute to advancing our understanding of pain mechanisms and developing innovative strategies for pain management.

Publication Top Noted:

“Cross-sectional and longitudinal analysis of conditioned pain modulation and pain in fibromyalgia: CPM as an effect modifier of pain changes over time”:

  • Authors: Castelo-Branco, L., Pacheco-Barrios, K., Cardenas-Rojas, A., Caumo, W., Fregni, F.
  • Journal: Physiotherapy Research International
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 29
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: e2072

“Impact of multiple-session home-based transcranial direct current stimulation (M-HB-tDCS) on eating behavior in fibromyalgia: A factorial randomized clinical trial”:

  • Authors: Jornada, M.N.D., Antunes, L.C., Alves, C., P Silva, D., Caumo, W.
  • Journal: Brain Stimulation
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 17
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 152–162

“Efficacy of Home-Based Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Over the Primary Motor Cortex and Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex in the Disability Due to Pain in Fibromyalgia: A Factorial Sham-Randomized Clinical Study”:

  • Authors: Caumo, W., Lopes Ramos, R., Vicuña Serrano, P., LS Torres, I., Fregni, F.
  • Journal: Journal of Pain
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 25
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 376–392

“Troponin elevation as a marker of short deterioration and one-year death in a high-risk surgical patient cohort in a low and middle-income country setting: a postoperative approach to increase surveillance”:

  • Authors: Stahlschmidt, A., Passos, S.C., Dornelles, D.D., Caumo, W., Ferreira, M.
  • Journal: Canadian Journal of Anesthesia
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 70
  • Issue: 11
  • Pages: 1776–1788

“Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) Promotes state-dependent Effects on Neuroinflammatory and Behavioral Parameters in rats Chronically Exposed to Stress and a Hyper-Palatable Diet”:

  • Authors: de Castro, J.M., de Freitas, J.S., Stein, D.J., Caumo, W., Torres, I.L.S.
  • Journal: Neurochemical Research
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 48
  • Issue: 10
  • Pages: 3042–3054

“Preemptive transcranial direct current stimulation induces analgesia, prevents chronic inflammation and fibrosis, and promotes tissue repair in a rat model of postoperative pain”:

  • Authors: Zancanaro, M., Stein, D.J., Lopes, B.C., Caumo, W., Torres, I.L.S.
  • Journal: Neuroscience Letters
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 813
  • Pages: 137407