Boulais YOVOGAN | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Boulais YOVOGAN | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Medical entomologist and Geneticist Centre de Recherche Entomologique de Cotonou (CREC) Benin

Dr. Boulais Yovogan is a passionate medical entomologist and geneticist based at the Centre de Recherche Entomologique de Cotonou (CREC), Benin. With extensive field and academic experience, Dr. Yovogan has contributed significantly to vector surveillance, malaria control, and genetic resource management. His dynamic role includes research, field coordination, and mentoring students at the University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC). He is also actively involved in international collaborations with institutions like the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM).

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🎓 Education

Dr. Yovogan earned his PhD in Life Sciences (2024) from the University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC), Benin, specializing in medical entomology and genetic resources. His academic journey blends biological sciences with practical research experience, making him a key contributor to tropical disease research in West Africa.

🧪 Experience

With hands-on expertise in entomological surveillance and vector control, Dr. Yovogan led the transmission component of the New Net Project (2019–2024), under UNITAID and LSHTM. At CREC, he contributes to national and international research initiatives. Simultaneously, he supports teaching at the Zoology Department of UAC, guiding students in technical laboratory handling and tool usage.

🔬 Research Interest

Dr. Yovogan’s core interests lie in vector-borne diseases, especially malaria transmission, insecticide resistance, and vector surveillance methods. He evaluates innovative vector control tools and contributes to improving entomological data collection techniques for enhanced disease control strategies.

🏆 Awards

Although early in his decorated career, Dr. Yovogan is a strong contender for recognition due to his impactful research. His nomination for the Best Researcher Award under the International Popular Scientist Awards underscores his scientific leadership and contributions to public health and vector control.

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Dr. Boulais Yovogan has authored 33 peer-reviewed articles in reputed journals including Malaria Journal, Plos One, Parasites & Vectors, and BMC Public Health. His research has been cited 313 times, with an h-index of 8 and i10-index of 7. A recent publication includes:

“Evaluation of a dual-active ingredient LLIN against malaria vectors in Benin”
📖 Malaria Journal (2025)Cited by 5 articles

Efficacy of pyriproxyfen-pyrethroid long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and chlorfenapyr-pyrethroid LLINs compared with pyrethroid-only LLINs for malaria control in Benin: a …

Assessing the efficacy of two dual-active ingredients long-lasting insecticidal nets for the control of malaria transmitted by pyrethroid-resistant vectors in Benin: study …

Pre-intervention characteristics of the mosquito species in Benin in preparation for a randomized controlled trial assessing the efficacy of dual active-ingredient long-lasting …

WHO cone bio-assays of classical and new-generation long-lasting insecticidal nets call for innovative insecticides targeting the knock-down resistance mechanism in Benin

Malaria burden and associated risk factors in an area of pyrethroid-resistant vectors in Southern Benin

Pyrethroid Resistance Intensity in Anopheles gambiae s.l. from Different Agricultural Production Zones in Benin, West Africa

Effectiveness of pyriproxyfen-pyrethroid and chlorfenapyr-pyrethroid long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) compared with pyrethroid-only LLINs for malaria control in the third …

What can be learned from the residual efficacy of three formulations of insecticides (pirimiphos-methyl, clothianidin and deltamethrin mixture, and clothianidin alone) in large …

 

Hala Raslan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Paper Award

Prof. Hala Raslan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Paper Award

Doctor National Research Centre Egypt

Dr. Hala Mohamed Zaki Raslan is a distinguished Professor of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at the National Research Centre, where she also serves as a Consultant in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. Her extensive expertise spans decades, with significant contributions to clinical practice, research, and academia.

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Education 🎓

  • M.B.B.Ch (1985), Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University – Graduated with Very Good and Honor.
  • M.Sc. in Internal Medicine (1990), Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University – Thesis: Plasma Fibronectin and Serum Procollagen III Peptide in Hypertension.
  • M.D. in Internal Medicine (1997), Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University – Thesis: Dyslipidemia in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

Experience 🏥

  • Professor of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, National Research Centre.
  • Consultant of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, Medical Services Unit, National Research Centre.
  • Supervises M.Sc. and M.D. theses, shaping the next generation of medical professionals.
  • Member and treasurer of the Egyptian Society of Internal Medicine.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Cardiovascular risk factors (conventional and non-conventional).
  • Secondary osteoporosis in adults.
  • Biomarkers for rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes-related complications.
  • Genetic contributions to autoimmune diseases.

Awards 🏆

  • Contributor to multiple nationally and internationally funded research projects.
  • Reviewer for prestigious journals such as Archive of Medical Science, Genes and Immunity, and Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis.
  • Associate Editor of the Egyptian Journal of Internal Medicine.

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Apolipoprotein E gene polymorphism and risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Precision phenotyping in heart failure and pattern clustering of ultrasound data for the assessment of diastolic dysfunction

Potential value of circulating microRNA-126 and microRNA-210 as biomarkers for type 2 diabetes with coronary artery disease

Association of angiotensin converting enzyme gene (I/D) polymorphism with hypertension and type 2 diabetes.

Malondialdehyde and coenzyme Q10 in platelets and serum in type 2 diabetes mellitus: correlation with glycemic control

Assessment of the− 174G/C (rs1800795) and− 572G/C (rs1800796) interleukin 6 gene polymorphisms in Egyptian patients with rheumatoid arthritis

Clinical features of Behcet’s disease in Egypt