Dr Dickson Tayebwa, Makerere University, Uganda
Dr. Dickson Tayebwa presents a strong profile as a candidate for the Best Scholar Award, given his extensive academic background, research experience, and impactful publications.
Publication profile
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Academic and Professional Background
Dr. Tayebwa has an impressive academic trajectory, starting with a Bachelor’s in Veterinary Medicine from Makerere University in 2014, followed by a Master’s in Animal Science and Food Hygiene from Obihiro University in Japan. He is currently pursuing his PhD at Makerere University, where he serves as an assistant lecturer. His academic growth includes prestigious international roles as a visiting scholar at Iowa State University and a research assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, demonstrating a commitment to research and teaching.
Research and Innovations
Dr. Tayebwa’s research focuses on public health risks in Uganda, particularly the “Ecology of Free-Roaming Dogs and Control Measures” project, which is both timely and crucial. Additionally, his work on antimicrobial resistance, funded by Uganda’s Research and Innovation Fund, underscores his focus on urgent global challenges.
Publication top notes
Emergence of multi-acaricide resistant Rhipicephalus ticks and its implication on chemical tick control in Uganda
Chemical tick control practices in southwestern and northwestern Uganda
Inhibitory effects of Syzygium aromaticum and Camellia sinensis methanolic extracts on the growth of Babesia and Theileria parasites
Epidemiology of increasing hemo-parasite burden in Ugandan cattle
Evaluation of the inhibitory effect of ivermectin on the growth of Babesia and Theileria parasites in vitro and in vivo
Safety of drinking water from primary water sources and implications for the general public in Uganda
Molecular epidemiology of Babesia species, Theileria parva, and Anaplasma marginale infecting cattle and the tick control malpractices in Central and Eastern Uganda
17-DMAG inhibits the multiplication of several Babesia species and Theileria equi on in vitro cultures, and Babesia microti in mice
Conclusion
Dr. Tayebwa’s academic background, extensive research experience, and impactful publications make him a strong contender for the Best Scholar Award. His work has significantly contributed to veterinary science and public health, particularly in the field of tick-borne diseases and antimicrobial resistance.