Public Health and Healthcare Systems

Dr. Harald S. Harung is an interdisciplinary researcher on peak performance at Oslo Metropolitan University in Norway, where he was for many years teaching “Leadership, ethics, and world-class performance” to classes of up to 500 students. As a student, Harald was a high performer in the sport of orienteering. He holds a PhD from the University of Manchester and has worked as a researcher at Oxford University, naval officer, CEO of an engineering company, and president of an international business college. Harald and Dr. Fred Travis from Maharishi International University in the US were the first researchers in the world to find a brain-basis of high performance. Harald has published over 50 papers and five books, and lectures worldwide. For further information, please visit www.harvest.no.

Dr. Maira Fernanda Zambrano Carrillo is a professor and researcher at Universidad Militar Nueva Granada (Colombia), with over 14 years of experience in higher education and academic leadership. She holds a PhD in Clinical Medicine and Public Health from the University of Granada (Spain), and a Master’s degree in Occupational Risk Prevention.
Her research focuses on occupational health surveillance, biomonitoring of chemical exposures, and the integration of laboratory-based indicators into public health and healthcare systems. She has published in indexed journals (JCR) and has led academic and institutional initiatives in health risk management and workplace health systems.
Dr. Zambrano has held leadership roles including Dean, Vice Dean, and Program Director, contributing to curriculum development and research strategy. Her work emphasizes translating scientific evidence into public health policies and strengthening preventive approaches within healthcare systems, particularly in middle-income countries.

Sleh Eddine Saadi is a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in various therapeutic modalities, including hypnosis, psychodrama, and schema therapy. His main areas of interest include mental health, addictions, and cognitive development in children. He is currently working as a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist in the Mental Health Department at Mohamed Tahar Maamouri Hospital in Nabeul, Tunisia.

•A global public health leader. Mission driven, results oriented health professional with more than 35 years of experience in leading medical research, strengthening health systems, health care innovation, managing pandemic preparedness and health care delivery in resource poor settings. As a global leader he has been in the forefront of south-south cooperation, promoting equity in access to health care, democratisation of scientific research and promoting public-private cooperation to bring new technologies and affordable innovative products into the health systems. He has led India’s Department of Health Research as its Secretary and Director-General of the Indian Council of Medical Research. An extensively published scientist with more than 300 articles in peer reviewed journals and founder editor-in-chief of the British Medical Journal Innovations and of the Indian Journal of Medical Research. His experience ranges from treating more than a quarter million patients, training and mentoring super specialised cardiologists to setting health care policies and standards and advising several Ministers of Health and Heads of Government. In recent years he has been at the forefront of managing several public health crises in India including covid-19 and brought Indian research in shaping contemporary global practice through vaccine development and describing role of plasma therapy. He has also received numerous international and national awards for his contributions to health and development and has delivered more than 50 orations across the globe. He has international experience of more than 6 years in USA, Europe and the Middle East.

Mariano joins Cittadinanzattiva in 2001 and ince 2013, within its organization, he is responsible for EU Affairs and Director of its EU branch called “Active Citizenship Network”, committed at the EU level to increase the protection of patients’ rights and their involvement in the decision-making process. In this role, he oversees Public Affairs and Project Management at the EU level. Passionate about health & consumer issues, Mariano has over 20 years of experience in advocacy, stakeholder engagement, European projects, communication, and civic information. He began his career working in journalism as Communication Officer at Cittadinanzattiva; in this position, he was involved at the international level within the United Nations Development Programme, where he worked as a consultant in Public Services and Communication in Colombia. He then moved on to take up his current position within ACN; since then, he has been actively involved as ACN stepped up its advocacy activities at the EU Institutions, which led to the opening of a representative office in Brussel in 2014. After that, he led the political initiative to launch in 2015 the MEP Interest Group "EU Patients' Rights & Cross-Border Healthcare," endorsed by nearly 100 organisations across Europe, and the MEP Interest Group "SDGs for wellbeing and consumer protection” in 2021.

Professor Raković has a wide scientific . . CV interest, broadly related to materials science & biophysics, covering the fields of nanomaterials & biomaterials, nanotechnology & spectroscopy, bioinformatics of biomolecular, epigenetic, psychosomatic, cognitive & electrophysiological functions. During his professional career at the . . . ..ha Faculty of Electrical Engineering of the University of Belgrade, he has taught numerous courses (in Materials Science, Biophysics, Biomaterials, Quantum Information, and doctoral group of courses in Nanomedicine), and has been superviser in 15 Ph.D. Theses. He has papers & communications and over 40 books & proceedings, published nearly 300 cited nearly 2000 times in scientific periodicals & monographs in Google Scholar. He has been also referee in over 20 scientific journals

Graham has a grounding in laboratory work and is qualified to B.Sc Chemistry. His Ph.D. thesis based upon published works was approved by the reviewer Professor Alan St Clair Gibson however his home university Northumbria University subsequently altered the university’s academic rules to prevent awards based upon published works. Graham started his commercial career in 1984 working with BDH (E.Merck) and then with Genzyme Fine Chemicals. Graham’s work was notable for the energy, knowledge (he was often referred to as ‘Oracle’ when information was required) and his ability to develop business often when faced with significant limitations i.e. lack of resource. In 2003 Graham and Elena Ewing established Montague Healthcare as a vehicle for the promotion and commercialisation of Virtual Scanning. The first years were spent determining whether the technology was fit for purpose. By 2006 it was evident that the technology required to be supported by an evidence base. Over the period 2003-2026 Graham has compiled ca 90 peer-reviewed medical papers, conference presentations, rapid responses to the BMJ, and several books re Strannik

Dr. N. Muruganandam is a distinguished Scientist ‘E’ at the ICMR–Regional Medical Research Centre (ICMR–RMRC), Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. With over 23 years of extensive experience in the field of Medical Microbiology, his work primarily focuses on emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, with a strong emphasis on public health impact and translational research.
He holds advanced academic qualifications including M.Sc., PGDBIT, M.Phil., and Ph.D., and has built a robust research portfolio encompassing infectious disease surveillance, molecular diagnostics, and development of point-of-care technologies. Dr. Muruganandam has significantly contributed to strengthening laboratory networks and disease monitoring systems in remote and tribal populations of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
His contributions have been widely recognized, including the Lt. Governor’s Commendation (2022) for his outstanding scientific service in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and the prestigious ICMR Centenary Gold Medal. He has also received international travel grants and accolades for his work in global health and infectious disease research.

FFNMRCSI 2024 RCSI, Doctorate in emergency and disaster management. Assistant professor at the University of Science and Technology. National expert in emergency and disaster management and hospital resilience with the World Health Organization in Yemen.

Strategic Information Manager /Strategic Information/Young Heroes 3. Themba is a seasoned Strategic Information and M&E professional with 10+ years of experience managing public health data systems, leading evaluations, and strengthening evidence-based decision-making for HIV, SRH, and community health programs in Eswatini. Skilled in data visualization, with extensive experience supporting government and donor-funded programs across Eswatini. He holds a Masters Degree Healthcare Administration, Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences and is a current PhD candidate.

Farah Ganjei Gron has a degree in Computer Science. She found her calling in 1996 when she attended an introductory talk on homeopathy by the world-renowned homeopath, Dr. Luc De Schepper, M.D. She studied with him for 14 years and wrote her post-fellowship thesis in 2011 on her particular method of using homeopathy to help the children with a diagnosis of autism. In 2009, Dr. De Schepper asked her to became his successor when he retired. In the past 20 years, she has been helping the general population and children on the autism spectrum and others with special needs.

Abhishek Bansal is an independent consultant, researcher, and amateur scholar. His latest works represent the culmination of more than 20 years of independent self-funded and self-directed research characterized by original discovery, rigorous simulation, open dissemination and introduce novel research claims, discoveries, models, equations, theories, propositions, and algorithms, broadly grouped into (a) Engineering: Novel B-Equations and frameworks, with applications in impedance analysis, transformers, inverters, generators, pumps, solar systems, machinery, turbines, batteries, SMPS, and short-circuit analysis. (b) Medical: Unified approaches bridging engineering with clinical and pharmaceutical sciences through novel B-Bio Models, Equations and BVidAL Algorithms for diagnosis and therapeutic support.

Graduated in Physical Education Teaching and in Sports Science, Masters in Human Nutrition and International Doctorate. He has been working since 2007 as a physical educator in schools, as well as in the Department of Education of the Government of La Rioja. During this period, he has been awarded four times for his teaching work and twice for his research work. Author of multiple conferences and articles published in impact journals, he was the national coordinator of the Schools for Health in Europe Network Foundation. Nowadays, he is an assistant professor at University of La Laguna (Spain).

A public Health Profession with 60 years of experience working through the entire health system in Karnatak, India. Having worked at all levels of Indian health system starting as a medical officer of a Primary Health Centre, Sub-district, district and State level program officer for Maternal and Child Health including Universal Immunization and Polio eradication for 22 years, moved to UNICEF, India country office New Delhi for 17 years. Since Retirement from UNICEF in January 2006, have been doing free-lance Public Health Consultancies and mentoring as Professor of practice in 3 MPH schools since 2018. Strategic analysis for investment in Health, Health System Research and Participatory learning of Public Health Actions and Healthy ageing of seniors are domains of my work passion.

Nitin Gupta is the Managing Director of FUJIFILM Sonosite India & South Asia, a global leader in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) solutions. With over three decade of experience in healthcare and medical technology, he has consistently driven business growth, market expansion, and strategic transformation across the region. He leads Sonosite’s mission to expand access to high-quality, portable imaging by strengthening clinician education, advancing adoption of POCUS, and building scalable healthcare solutions across India and neighbouring markets. His leadership is focused on improving clinical outcomes through innovation, training, and technology democratization. He is also a mentor to a AICTE approved B School. Nitin brings deep expertise in business strategy, go-to-market execution, and organizational leadership. In addition to his executive role, he serves as a board advisor, contributing to strategic direction and governance in the healthcare and technology ecosystem. He holds an MBA in Marketing and a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering. His areas of interest include HealthTech, MedTech, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health, Sustainability, and Skill Development

Dr. Anita Handore-Salunke is the visionary Founder and Director of PhytoElixir Pvt. Ltd., an innovation based Phyto- Biotech start up, Nashik, MS, India. A highly accomplished bio scientist and entrepreneur. She holds Ph.D. in Microbiology and M.Phil. in Environmental Science and recognized with her remarkable achievements including two process patents granted in Microbiology and Phyto-Biotechnology sector . Her next patents are filed in the fields of Agriculture-Biotechnology, Food Technology and Healthcare ,Phyto-nutraceuticals. Her work exemplifies the harmonious integration of science, innovation, and societal benefit. With over two decades of expertise in innovative research and development, she has excelled in translating laboratory research into value driven technologies, significantly impacting sectors including Phyto-Biotechnology, Microbiology, Phyto-Nutraceuticals , Phyto-cosmeceutical, Functional Foods and Beverages, Education ,Agriculture and Environment, Healthcare, etc. At Global platform, she has been honored as distinguished speaker for delivering scientific talks at prestigious International conferences and symposia .She is working as Editorial board member and prolific author, contributing extensively to International research journals and books of global repute. Over 115 research publications, presentations and, talks with reputed International and National research Journals & platforms along with numerous book chapters and books published with world leading publishers are to her credit. Sequences database of several novel and rare endophytes discovered by her submitted to NCBI GenBank is creditable. Dr. Anita has commendably and successfully shouldered managerial and administrative responsibilities and effectively serving as Program Advisory Committee member for research foundations and prestigious National universities. As a research guide, she has been effectively guiding and mentoring M.Sc. and PhD students of recognized Indian Universities. Her social and scientific endeavors extend beyond the research. She actively participates in community-driven initiatives, leveraging her knowledge and expertise to raise awareness and uplift society. To date, this versatile personality has been honored and appreciated with over 21 awards from State, National, and International forums in recognition of her noteworthy research contributions to diverse sectors including Social Welfare. Driven by her profound vision, Dr. Anita has started journey as an entrepreneur with the purpose to serve hidden treasure of nature & bring resilience by revitalizing living beings, through her scientific and innovative power for addressing some global challenges & create value for society at large.

IYER Vijayan Gurumurthy, b. 10, June 1964, 61yrs,Mayuram, India. Senior Professional Engineer and Doctor and Director, Techno-Economic-Environmental Study and Check Consultancy Services , Shanthi. s. Venkatramanan, Education: Diploma, Mechanical Engineering, 1982; Diploma, Production Management, Annamalai University, 1988; Post Diploma, Automobile Engineering, Victoria Jubilee Technical Institute, Mumbai, 1992; AMIE, Mechanical Engineering, Institution of Engineers, India, 1990; Bachelor’s General Law , B.G.L., Annamalai University, 1993, Master’s, 1997, PhD, 2003, Environmental Science and Engineering, Indian School of Mines University, Dhanbad; Post-doctoral Researcher, World Scientific and Engineering Academy and Society, Greece, 2006; Post-doctoral Elaborated & SI , World Scientific and Engineering Academy and Society, Greece, 2011; Doctorate of Science and Engineering, 2010; Doctorate of Letters, 2017, Doctorate of Law , 2011, The Yorker International University, Italy, 2011, Honorary Doctorate of Literature, 2017; Master of Arts, 2014 , International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, Great Britain; Master Diploma with honour in Literature, 2012; The Letter of the Law, World Academy of Letters, ABI, 2010. Appointments: Supervisor , Indo-Matsushita Carbon Company Limited , Tada , ACE CBE, 1982-; Technical Officer, Indian Council of Agricultural Research Service, Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal, 1985-; Central Institute for Research on Cotton Tech., -1998; Professor, Hindustan College of Engineering, Rajalakshmi Engineering College, MNM Jain Engineering College; Professor, Dr M G R University, Chennai, -2006; Principal, Prince Dr K Vasudevan College of Engineering and Technology, Chennai, -2011;Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Business Management Counsellor and Co-ordinator , Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India,2007-; Professor Haramaya University, Ethiopia, 2014-; Prof. in Civil Engg. and Dean , Narasaraopeta Engineering College Affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University-K,-2017; Professor, KLEF University , Vadeswaram, -2018; Principal on Ad hoc , Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Integrated Technical Institute, Chennai, 2019; P.E. , ECI 2020.Guest Lecturer University of Madras. Principal , Arunai Engineering College -2022.

Dr. SRINIVASA RAO PUNDRU” has won the title of SCOPUS INDEX CONCLAVE 2025 Under “INTERNATIONAL BEST RESEARCHER AWARD” for the excellence of Mechanical Engineering (Robotics), as “International Multidisciplinary Innovations & Research Advancements Congress 2025” (IMIRAC 2025) awarded by ASIA RESEARCH AWARDS. “Dr. SRINIVASA RAO PUNDRU” from India affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology [INDIA]. He was awarded the Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (Robotics) at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada [INDIA]. He completed Master of Engineering in Machine Design at Andhra University [INDIA]. He is an Academic Expert of World University Rankings and have been selected as a Recognized Researcher in Times Higher Education “World University Rankings”, based on his record of research publications. Universities cannot make nominations of Academic Experts. Universities cannot supply contact lists of Academic Experts. Individuals cannot nominate themselves for participation as Academic Experts. The Academic Experts selection is based on "The World latest Research data". Researchers are recognized based on record of research publications. World Research Leading Countries Ranks are based on Research Leadership Index (RLI) Score, which is analyzed based on Record of Research Publication RLI Score of the articles. He submitted the highly confidential reports to Academic Reputation of Times Higher Education "World University Rankings” in respective Years 2025, 2024, 2023 & 2022. All his published research articles are Cross referred and Scopus. All his Springer articles are promoted to Cross reference appendix, Scopus appendix, and also all his published Springer articles are promoted externally to NASA and incorporated by NASA Astrophysics Data System. His Springer published articles are promoted to Harvard University and Researcher App. He was a Keynote Forum Speaker in “The 11th Annual World Congress of Ocean (WCO-2023)” – The 21st Conference on International Exchange of Professionals – Parallel Session in Japan and Cluster Meeting of Gala Technology 2023 on November 15-17, 2023, JAPAN. He was a Distinguished Speaker in “Global Congress on Advanced Satellite Communications 2023” Organized by Peers Alley Media 2023 on November 16, 2023 Venue: CANADA. He was a Distinguished Speaker in Appl SciMeet 2025, SCI SYNOPSIS, “European Meeting on Applied Science and Engineering”, Berlin, GERMANY on April 14-15, 2025. He was a Distinguished Speaker in “European Congress on Applied Science and Engineering”, C2P Forum, Paris, FRANCE on April 24-25, 2025. He was a Plenary Speaker in The ICONIC Meetings on “International Experts Summit on Aerospace and Aeronautics Engineering”, Valencia, SPAIN on May 26-28, 2025. He Won Nobel Researcher Award in the field of Mechanical in “Scientific Laurels International Scientific Awards” on 5th June 2025. He was a Special Speaker in “Annual International Congress on Mechanical Engineering” Oxford, United Kingdom (AICME-2025) on August 7-8, 2025. He was a Invited Speaker in Gala Technology of “The 4th World Congress of Biopharm Industry Development 2025” (BID-2025) Scientific Program on DragonGen’s 1st Forum of Enzyme Innovation 2025 (Forum-3) held at Shanghai, CHINA on September 24-26. 2025. He won the “SCOPUS INDEX INTERNATIONAL OUTSTANDING RESEARCHER AWARD in Mechanical Engineering (Robotics)-2025” on 23rd September 2025. He Won Research Vibhushan Award 2021 in the field of Mechanical Engineering on 15th August 2021. Dr. SRINIVASA RAO PUNDRU Research Inspiration: Clarivate Analysis of “Research Fronts-Active Fields-Leading Countries”. His Research Level: A part of “Times Higher Education Global Academic Reputation 2025, 2024, 2023 & 2022 Academic Expert” and have been selected based on record of research publications. His Task of Research Goal is to increase the “Research Leadership Index (RLIC) Score of the Country”. The Country Economic development along with the growth of local Currency are based on RLI (Research Leadership Index) Score of the record of research publications of the Country and are analyzed by Clarivate Analysis of “Research Fronts-Active Fields-Leading Countries”Dr. SRINIVASA RAO PUNDRU” has won the title of SCOPUS INDEX CONCLAVE 2025 Under “INTERNATIONAL BEST RESEARCHER AWARD” for the excellence of Mechanical Engineering (Robotics), as “International Multidisciplinary Innovations & Research Advancements Congress 2025” (IMIRAC 2025) awarded by ASIA RESEARCH AWARDS. “Dr. SRINIVASA RAO PUNDRU” from India affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology [INDIA]. He was awarded the Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (Robotics) at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada [INDIA]. He completed Master of Engineering in Machine Design at Andhra University [INDIA]. He is an Academic Expert of World University Rankings and have been selected as a Recognized Researcher in Times Higher Education “World University Rankings”, based on his record of research publications. Universities cannot make nominations of Academic Experts. Universities cannot supply contact lists of Academic Experts. Individuals cannot nominate themselves for participation as Academic Experts. The Academic Experts selection is based on "The World latest Research data". Researchers are recognized based on record of research publications. World Research Leading Countries Ranks are based on Research Leadership Index (RLI) Score, which is analyzed based on Record of Research Publication RLI Score of the articles. He submitted the highly confidential reports to Academic Reputation of Times Higher Education "World University Rankings” in respective Years 2025, 2024, 2023 & 2022. All his published research articles are Cross referred and Scopus. All his Springer articles are promoted to Cross reference appendix, Scopus appendix, and also all his published Springer articles are promoted externally to NASA and incorporated by NASA Astrophysics Data System. His Springer published articles are promoted to Harvard University and Researcher App. He was a Keynote Forum Speaker in “The 11th Annual World Congress of Ocean (WCO-2023)” – The 21st Conference on International Exchange of Professionals – Parallel Session in Japan and Cluster Meeting of Gala Technology 2023 on November 15-17, 2023, JAPAN. He was a Distinguished Speaker in “Global Congress on Advanced Satellite Communications 2023” Organized by Peers Alley Media 2023 on November 16, 2023 Venue: CANADA. He was a Distinguished Speaker in Appl SciMeet 2025, SCI SYNOPSIS, “European Meeting on Applied Science and Engineering”, Berlin, GERMANY on April 14-15, 2025. He was a Distinguished Speaker in “European Congress on Applied Science and Engineering”, C2P Forum, Paris, FRANCE on April 24-25, 2025. He was a Plenary Speaker in The ICONIC Meetings on “International Experts Summit on Aerospace and Aeronautics Engineering”, Valencia, SPAIN on May 26-28, 2025. He Won Nobel Researcher Award in the field of Mechanical in “Scientific Laurels International Scientific Awards” on 5th June 2025. He was a Special Speaker in “Annual International Congress on Mechanical Engineering” Oxford, United Kingdom (AICME-2025) on August 7-8, 2025. He was a Invited Speaker in Gala Technology of “The 4th World Congress of Biopharm Industry Development 2025” (BID-2025) Scientific Program on DragonGen’s 1st Forum of Enzyme Innovation 2025 (Forum-3) held at Shanghai, CHINA on September 24-26. 2025. He won the “SCOPUS INDEX INTERNATIONAL OUTSTANDING RESEARCHER AWARD in Mechanical Engineering (Robotics)-2025” on 23rd September 2025. He Won Research Vibhushan Award 2021 in the field of Mechanical Engineering on 15th August 2021. Dr. SRINIVASA RAO PUNDRU Research Inspiration: Clarivate Analysis of “Research Fronts-Active Fields-Leading Countries”. His Research Level: A part of “Times Higher Education Global Academic Reputation 2025, 2024, 2023 & 2022 Academic Expert” and have been selected based on record of research publications. His Task of Research Goal is to increase the “Research Leadership Index (RLIC) Score of the Country”. The Country Economic development along with the growth of local Currency are based on RLI (Research Leadership Index) Score of the record of research publications of the Country and are analyzed by Clarivate Analysis of “Research Fronts-Active Fields-Leading Countries”

Aamir Jalal Al-Mosawi is board certified in pediatrics and above Professor Level advisor doctor in pediatrics and pediatric psychiatry at the National Training and Development Center of the Iraqi Ministry of Health and Baghdad Medical City. He is also a visiting professor and visiting expert trainer at Corporate Bangkok Training Center. He served as the Head of the Iraq Headquarters of the Copernicus Scientists International Panel from 2006 until October 2020, showcasing his leadership and commitment to advancing scientific endeavors. Notably, he played a pivotal role as the founding editor of the groundbreaking "The New Iraqi Journal of Medicine" (2005-2013), the first Iraqi medical journal to achieve inclusion in Scopus, thereby enhancing the global visibility of Iraqi medical research. Since 2004, he has been a member of the World Association of Medical Editors (WAME) and the Eastern Mediterranean Association of Medical Editors (EMMAME). He has also been a member of the advisory council of the International Association of Medical Colleges (IAMC) since 2008. He is also a member of the International Association of Medical Science Educators and the European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS). Al-Mosawi has contributed significantly to the peer-review process of numerous esteemed international medical journals. His expertise has been sought after by journals such as The BMJ, Acta Paediatrica, Nephrology, and The Lancet, Journal of Pediatric Neurology, Southern Medical Journal, Clinical Anatomy, International Brazilian Journal of Urology, International Journal of Dermatology, Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology, International Journal of Infections in the Developing World, and Journal of Renal Nutrition. Previously, Aamir Jalal Al-Mosawi served as the head of the Department of Pediatrics at the University Hospital in Al-Kadhimiyia (Al-Kadhimiyia Teaching Hospital) and as the physician in charge of the CME center in the hospital from 2004 to 2008. He was also a member of the International Pediatric Nephrology Association (IPNA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics for several years starting in 2001. In 2006, he became a fellow and member of the Association of Clinical Scientists. Al-Mosawi was a founding member of the original Iraqi Association for Nephrologists Urologists (2000-2003), which is no longer active.

Bonkhe Brian Dlamini is a dedicated nursing professional and academic who studied Master of Nursing at Chungnam National University in South Korea. During his academic training, he developed a strong foundation in patient care, health promotion, clinical practice, leadership, and evidence-based healthcare. His education equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide compassionate, safe, and high-quality nursing services across diverse healthcare settings. Currently, Bonkhe serves as a Lecturer at Eswatini Medical Christian University (EMCU), where he is involved in teaching, mentoring, and preparing future healthcare professionals. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he actively contributes to nursing and healthcare research. He has authored and co-authored several research publications focusing on teamwork, communication, patient-centered care, healthcare quality improvement, and professional nursing practice. Bonkhe is passionate about improving patient outcomes through effective interdisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practice, and continuous professional development. He is committed to advancing nursing education, promoting excellence in healthcare delivery, and fostering a culture of patient-centered care. His professional interests include nursing education, healthcare research, teamwork in healthcare, communication in clinical settings, leadership, and quality improvement initiatives.

Dr. T. Balamurugan is an academician, researcher, and trainer with over two decades of experience in higher education, specializing in Supply Chain & Logistics Management and International Business. He has held several academic leadership positions, guided doctoral scholars, led funded research projects, and published over 30 research articles in reputed journals. A recipient of multiple awards for teaching and research excellence, he is passionate about bridging academia and industry through innovative learning, faculty development, international collaborations, and experiential education. He is also a certified first responder and actively promotes community service, sustainability, and student centric learning.