IHPME Research & Impact Day 2025 Highlights
We’re excited to report on the success of IHPME’s Research & Impact Day 2025, held on Wednesday, May 7, at the IHPME Health Sciences Building. The event was a fantastic opportunity for researchers to present their work, engage in insightful discussions, and share ideas that bridge the gap between research and real-world applications.
Lab members of AIMMLab.
Lab members of AIMMLab.
Event Recap
The event featured a series of impactful presentations from researchers, postdocs, and undergraduate students, each showcasing innovative work in public health, data science, and mathematical modeling.
Presentation Highlights
Three members of the lab also presented:
Dr. Gelan Ayana
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Gelan Ayana
Research Title: AI for Community-Based Measles Outbreak Prediction
Dr. Ayana, a Postdoctoral Fellow at AIMMLab, delivered an insightful oral presentation showcasing innovative applications of machine learning to enhance public health responses, particularly in Ethiopia. His work exemplifies the intersection of advanced analytics and real-world health challenges.
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Ebenezer Adeniyi
Research Title: Understanding Cholera Dynamics in African Countries with Persistent Outbreaks: A Mathematical Modelling Approach
Ebenezer presented his poster exploring complex disease dynamics in resource-constrained settings. His work is a critical step toward actionable insights in epidemic preparedness and response. Well done, Ebenezer!
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Ruochen Feng
Research Title: Leveraging Mathematical Modelling to Evaluate Malaria Vaccination Roll-out Strategies in Cameroon
We also celebrated Ruochen, a recent undergraduate researcher with AIMMLab, for his poster on optimizing public health interventions through data-driven approaches in malaria vaccination strategies. Congratulations, Ruochen!
A snapshot of Ebenezer Adeniyi explaining his poster presentation.
A snapshot of Rouchen Feng from the event showcasing his poster presentation.
Event Engagement
The day was filled with inspiring presentations, insightful discussions, and a sense of community. AIMMLab team members, including students and postdocs, had a fantastic time engaging with the broader research community and exchanging ideas on tackling complex public health challenges.
Thank You
We would like to thank everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the event. Your participation made this seminar a valuable experience for all involved. Stay tuned for future events and opportunities to engage with the research community at AIMMLab.