Elahe Daneshvar | Health Policy | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Elahe Daneshvar | Health Policy | Research Excellence Award 

University of Hohenheim | Germany

Dr. Ella Daneshvar is a distinguished Public Health and Health Systems researcher with strong expertise in health policy, workforce resilience, and hospital service optimization, supported by an academic profile that reflects 6 citations, 2 scholarly documents, and an h-index of 1. As a Research Fellow at the University of Hohenheim in partnership with the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research, she leads an international flagship project strengthening healthcare workforce sustainability across major medical institutions in the UAE. Her work focuses on clinician well-being, burnout, organizational outcomes, and evidence-based policy development rooted in high-quality, mixed-method research design. During her tenure as a Doctoral Research Associate, she conducted extensive fieldwork, developed policy-relevant frameworks, and engaged with health policymakers and administrators to improve hospital efficiency and staff retention. She has published influential research in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences, reinforcing her role as both a scholar and a science–policy communicator. Her earlier industry experience as a Key Account Manager in the medical device sector gave her strategic insight into healthcare operations, stakeholder engagement, and service optimization. Dr. Daneshvar’s academic training spans Healthcare Management, International Business, Strategic Management, and Architecture, giving her a unique interdisciplinary perspective. Fluent in multiple languages and proficient in advanced research tools, she has been recognized with prestigious awards, including competitive international research funding and multiple valedictorian honors. Her ongoing contributions reflect a commitment to strengthening public health systems globally through rigorous research, cross-cultural collaboration, and practical policy impact.

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Featured Publications 

Daneshvar, E., & Otterbach, S. (2025). Workplace stressors and burnout among healthcare professionals: Insights from the pandemic and implications for future public health crises. Scientific Reports.

Daneshvar, E., Otterbach, S., Alameddine, M., Safikhani, H., & Sousa-Poza, A. (2022). Sources of anxiety among health care workers in Tehran during the COVID-19 pandemic. Health Policy and Planning.

Collince Ogolla | Public Health | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Collince Ogolla | Public Health | Research Excellence Award 

Kisii University | Kenya

Collince Odiwuor Ogolla is a highly driven Medical Laboratory Scientist, Biomedical Researcher, and Public Health Professional with extensive expertise in hematology, blood transfusion science, epidemiology, and population health. With a strong foundation in clinical diagnostics, laboratory quality management, biosafety, biosecurity, and public health practice, he has built a solid reputation for analytical excellence, professional integrity, and impactful scientific contribution. His research portfolio demonstrates growing global visibility, with an h-index of 3, 12 published documents, and over 70 citations, reflecting advancing scholarly influence across hematology, transfusion medicine, infectious disease research, and health systems strengthening. He has contributed to nationally and internationally recognized research initiatives, including large-scale population-based studies, bio-behavioral surveys, and laboratory-based investigations supporting evidence-driven decision-making in healthcare. His academic and professional journey spans advanced training in biomedical sciences, public health, project management, leadership, monitoring and evaluation, and digital health competencies, complemented by hands-on experience with ISO 15189 quality systems and laboratory information management platforms. As a university instructor and curriculum developer, he actively supports competency-based education, student mentorship, and capacity building within health training institutions. His involvement in ethics training, research governance, and professional development further enhances his commitment to responsible science and high standards of practice. Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board and an active member of professional bodies including ASLM and BMAK, he continues to contribute to the advancement of health research, improved laboratory systems, and strengthened public health outcomes across Kenya and beyond.

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Featured Publications 

Ogolla, C. O., Karani, L. W., Musyoki, S., & Maruti, P. (n.d.). Advances in iron deficiency management in chronic kidney disease: Insights into pathophysiology, diagnosis, and therapeutic approaches

Ogolla, C. O., Guya, B., & Maima, A. O. (n.d.). Assessing the impact of environmental pollution on the incidence of blood transfusion-related infections in urban populations

Ogolla, C. O., Guya, B., & Maima, A. O. (n.d.). Effectiveness of blood transfusion screening procedures in preventing transfusion-related infections

Ogolla, C. O., Karani, L. W., Musyoki, S., & Maruti, P. (n.d.). Hematological changes in total and differential count in pre and post hemodialysis of adult chronic kidney disease patients

Ogolla, C. O., Guya, B., & Maima, A. O. (n.d.). Impact of blood donation on immune function and donor health recovery