Data Scientist | Biostatistician | Health Outcomes Predictor
Ibadan, NG.
About
Highly movitated Data Scientist and Biostatistician with over 6 years of expertise in managing and analyzing large-scale multi-centre, cohort, and genetic studies across Africa. Proven ability to leverage advanced statistical models, including longitudinal, survival, geospatial, and multilevel analyses using Stata, R, and Python, to predict health outcomes and drive impactful research in cognitive health and neuroscience, evidenced by numerous peer-reviewed publications.
Education
University of Ibadan
Nigeria
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M.ScBiostatistics
Courses
Thesis: Statistical Modelling of Long-Term Outcomes Up to Four Years Among Stroke Survivors in Abeokuta and Ibadan, Nigeria.
Major courses: Clinical Trial and Sequential Analysis, Survival Analysis Technique, Research Methodology, Computers in Health Science, Ethics in Public Health Research, Modeling in Epidemiology.
University of Ibadan
Nigeria
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B.SCStatistics
Courses
Thesis: An Assessment of the Determinants of Inflation in Nigeria (1973-2013)
Work
Department of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Faculty of Public Health, University of Ibadan
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Research Assistant and Data Analyst
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Summary
Contributes to diverse epidemiological research projects by providing statistical support, data collection, and academic assistance to master's and PhD students.
Highlights
Provided statistical support and analysis to master's and PhD students, enabling successful completion of their research work and enhancing academic outcomes.
Served as a teaching assistant for the master's student Basic Statistics course (EMS 727), improving student comprehension and analytical skills.
Invigilated and marked exam scripts for master's students, contributing to fair and rigorous academic assessment.
Neuroscience and Ageing Research Unit, Institute for Advanced Medical Research and Training, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan
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Lead Data Manager & Analyst
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Summary
Leads data management and advanced statistical analysis for multi-national health studies, driving research outcomes and peer-reviewed publications.
Highlights
Provided comprehensive statistical support for over 10 funded and numerous non-funded projects, ensuring robust methodology and data integrity.
Supervised and maintained data quality and integrity for large-scale multi-national studies across 10 African countries, impacting critical health research.
Authored and co-authored over 10 peer-reviewed manuscripts as a lead analyst, utilizing longitudinal, cohort, multilevel, and geospatial models, published in BMC Public Health, Frontiers in Stroke, and PLOS ONE.
Malaria Consortium
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Data Collector
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Summary
Administered questionnaires and coordinated enumerator activities for a critical malaria intervention project in Oyo State, Nigeria.
Highlights
Administered questionnaires at the Health Facility (HF) level, strictly adhering to the data collection protocol for the Malaria Consortium project in Oyo State, Nigeria.
Coordinated the activities of other enumerators within the allocated Local Government Area (LGA), ensuring efficient and consistent data collection efforts.
Volunteer
Founder & Discussion Leader
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Biostatistics' Journal Club
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Founded and leads the Biostatistics' Journal Club, facilitating discussions on advanced statistical methods and replication analyses among peers.
Highlights
Established the Biostatistics' Journal Club, fostering a collaborative environment for advanced statistical learning and application.
Leads engaging discussions on complex statistical methodologies, enhancing peer knowledge and analytical capabilities.
Article Reviewer
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BMC Public Health and Cureus Journal
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Reviewed over 15 articles for BMC Public Health and Cureus Journal, contributing to the quality and integrity of published research.
Highlights
Provided critical peer review for over 15 scientific articles, enhancing the quality and rigor of published research in public health.
Ensured adherence to publication standards and scientific methodology, contributing to the integrity of academic literature.
Publications
Association between cardiovascular and cognitive health among older Indigenous Africans: Data from an urban Nigerian settlement participating in the VALIANT study.
Alzheimers Dement
Co-authored a publication on the association between cardiovascular and cognitive health in older Indigenous Africans from the VALIANT study.
Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts in the ADSP (READD-ADSP): A global effort to identify genetic factors in Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimers Dement (NY)
Contributed to a publication detailing a global effort to identify genetic factors in Alzheimer's disease through diverse genetic cohorts.
Long Term Outcomes Among African Stroke Survivors: Four Years Follow Up Data From the Cogfast -Nigeria Study.
Frontier's in Stroke
Lead author in investigating the long-term outcomes of African stroke survivors, utilizing data from the Cogfast-Nigeria Study.
Statistical exploration of factors associated with birth of children having sickle cell traits among reproductive-age women in Nigeria.
BMC Public Health
Lead author in exploring statistical factors associated with sickle cell traits among reproductive-age women in Nigeria.
Towards Improving Stroke Services in Africa: Results from the Africa-UK Stroke Partnership [AUKSP] Surveys.
Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases
Contributed to survey results aimed at improving stroke services across Africa, as part of the Africa-UK Stroke Partnership.
Organized multi-disciplinary stroke team care improves acute stroke outcomes in resource limited settings; Results of a retrospective study from a Nigerian tertiary hospital.
Journal of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases: the official journal of National Stroke Association
Contributed to a retrospective study demonstrating how organized multi-disciplinary stroke team care improves outcomes in resource-limited Nigerian settings.
Data Quality Control, Data Integrity, Multi-national Study Coordination, Data Collection Protocols, Report Generation, Data Analysis.
Research & Epidemiology
Cohort Studies, Genetic Studies, Cognitive Health, Neuroscience Research, Public Health, Research Methodology, Scientific Writing, Peer-Reviewed Publications, RCT.
Project Management
Project Coordination, Stakeholder Communication, Team Leadership, Process Optimization.
Selected Projects Participated in
Plasma Biomakers of Cognitive Decline And Alzheimer's Disease and the Role of Social Determinants of Health and Lifestyle Factors in Nigeria (Bio-SMART Study)
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Summary
An ongoing study investigating plasma biomarkers of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease, and the influence of social determinants of health and lifestyle factors in Nigeria.
ORIGINs Project
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Summary
An ongoing multicenter study with currently 9 study sites in Nigeria and 2 sites in Ghana.
Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Diseases Diversity Genetic Cohorts in the ADSP (READD-ADSP)
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Summary
An NIH-funded case-control genetic epidemiological study of people living with Alzheimer's disease and apparently healthy controls across ten (10) African countries.
Vascular health, fraiLty and cognItion in Ageing Nigerians sTudy (VALIANT) – Phase I
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Summary
A community-based cohort study of older adults (50+ years) investigating the association of cardiovascular health with cognition and frailty longitudinally.
The African-UK Stroke Partnership Project (AUKSPP)
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Summary
Project established in 2020 to map the current state of stroke services in Africa and identify priorities for reducing stroke burden by 2030.
Awards
NEXTGen Data Science Cohort
3MTT in partnership with Airtel Nigeria
The fellowship, powered by the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative and Airtel Africa Foundation, is designed to equip young Nigerians with in-demand digital and technical skills through mentorship, hands-on learning, and real-world projects. Currently, the program is expanding my knowledge in data science by strengthening my skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and the application of data-driven approaches to real-world challenges.
Geospatial Analysis, Climate and Non-Communicable Disease Epidemiology
Rutger Cancer Institute, USA & Institute for Advanced Medical Research and Training, Nigeria
Completed a 3-month virtual training program and a 2-day intensive workshop focused on the application of spatial data in investigating health outcomes.
Growing Data Science Research in Africa to Stimulate Progress (GRASP) program for Brain Health
College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
The 6-month intensive, fully funded training impacted selected scholars from across African countries with scientific knowledge & professional skills in the field of data science research. Core competencies covered include brain health with emphasis on sociodemographic determinants, genomics, brain imaging, Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, spatial epidemiology, research funding/grantsmanship, and responsible conduct of research, among others.
Future Leaders – African Independent Research (FLAIR)
Neuroscience and Ageing Research Unit, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan
The FLAIR Fellowship targeted outstanding-performing master's students and marked my introduction to research. The fellowship gave me the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research practice.
Interests
Fitness
Gym.
Music
Listen to music.
References
Dr. Onoja Mathew Akpa
Associate Professor, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, USA. e-mail: omakpa@memphis.edu
Dr. Segun Bello
Senior Lecturer, Department of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, University of Ibadan, Nigeria. e-mail: segun.bello@npmcn.edu.ng