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Bio Summary:

Dr. Zada Pajalic is a Full Professor specializing in Health Sciences with a broad academic and professional background. she holds Swedish nationality. Currently residing in Løvenstad, Norway, her academic journey spans multiple degrees and professional authorizations, including Dr. Med Sci, Ph.D., MsC, BsC, RM, RN, and a teaching role in Biology and Chemistry.

Education:

Ph.D. in Medical Science, specializing in Health and Care Sciences, Örebro University, Sweden (2013)

Master of Science in Nursing, Kristianstad University, Sweden (2005)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Kristianstad University, Sweden (2004)

Research Focus:

Dr. Pajalic’s research primarily centers on various aspects of health sciences, including maternal and child health, eHealth, welfare technology, and the experiences of healthcare professionals in home-based services.

Professional Journey:

Her professional journey includes roles as a Full Professor at VID Specialized University in Oslo, Norway, and previous positions such as Associate Professor at OsloMet, Post Doctor at Linne University Kalmar, and Senior Lecturer at Kristianstad University, Sweden. With a diverse career, she has also served in leadership and teaching positions.

Publications Top Noted  & Contributions:

Dr. Pajalic has made significant contributions to the field through numerous publications. A few notable ones include:

Maternal and newborn plasma oxytocin levels… – a systematic review with implications for the function of the oxytocinergic system

• Authors: S. Buckley, K. Uvnäs-Moberg, Z. Pajalic, I. Olza, C.M. Magistretti, et al.
• Published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth in 2023, volume 23, issue 1, page 137.
• A systematic review focusing on maternal and newborn plasma oxytocin levels in response to maternal synthetic oxytocin administration during labor, birth, and postpartum. The review may have implications for understanding the function of the oxytocinergic system.

Experiences and challenges of the use Subacute and Acute Dysfunction in the Elderly (SAFE)

• Authors: A. Abudayya, A. Hamre, Z. Pajalic, H. Knudsen Cervino, N. Wesseltoft-Rao, et al.
• Published in Nursing Open in 2023, volume 10, issue 7, pages 4806–4816.
• Qualitative study exploring the experiences and challenges of team coordinators in home-based nursing in the context of the introduction and use of the Subacute and Acute Dysfunction in the Elderly (SAFE) instrument.

Reflections on acquired university teaching skills gathered over 20 years at Swedish and Norwegian universities

• Author: Z. Pajalic
• Published in Social Sciences and Humanities Open in 2023, volume 8, issue 1, article number 100650.
• Dr. Pajalic reflects on her acquired university teaching skills over two decades at Swedish and Norwegian universities.

Home Care Nurses’ Experiences of the Use and Introduction of the Subacute Functional Decline in the Elderly Instrument

• Authors: N. Wesseltoft-Rao, Z. Pajalic, A. Hamre, A. Abudayya
• Published in SAGE Open Nursing in 2023, volume 9.
• Investigates home care nurses’ experiences with the use and introduction of the Subacute Functional Decline in the Elderly (SAFE) instrument.

Midwives’ descriptions of strategies and requirements when following up pregnant women at risk of developing perinatal depression – a qualitative study

• Authors: B. Fuglestein, K.V. Fredagsvik, Z. Pajalic
• Published in the Journal of Health Sciences in 2023, volume 13, issue 1, pages 12–19.
• A qualitative study exploring midwives’ strategies and requirements when following up pregnant women at risk of developing perinatal depression.

Author Metrics:

Citations and Documents: Zada Pajalić has been cited 406 times across 387 documents, indicating the impact and reach of her research work.

h-index: The h-index is a metric that reflects both the productivity and citation impact of a researcher. An h-index of 8 suggests that Zada Pajalić has published at least 8 papers that have each been cited at least 8 times.

Research Timeline:

2013: Completed Ph.D. in Medical Science

2015-2020: Held various academic positions, including Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer

2020-Present: Full Professor at VID Specialized University, Oslo, Norway

2016-2023: Published multiple research papers covering diverse topics in health sciences

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Bio Summary:

Albert Ndagijimana is a Rwandese public health professional currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Public Health at Umeå University, Sweden. With a background in Clinical Psychology, he holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from the National University of Rwanda. Albert is an accomplished academic, researcher, and leader, actively contributing to the field of public health in Rwanda.

Albert Ndagijimana has a diverse and extensive professional background in public health, academia, and research. He is currently serving as the Head of the Epidemiology and Biostatistics Department at the University of Rwanda, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Public Health. In addition to his leadership role, he has worked as an Assistant Lecturer (2014-2019) and later as a Lecturer (2019-Present) at the same institution. Albert has also contributed significantly to the field of public health as a Statistician and Data Manager at the Ministry of Health/Murunda District Hospital from 2008 to 2013.

Education:

Ph.D. in Public Health (Ongoing):

Period: 2021-Present

Institution: Umeå University, Sweden (Sandwich Program)

Master of Public Health:

Period: 2011-2013

Institution: National University of Rwanda

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology:

Period: 2004-2008

Institution: Nationality University of Rwanda

Training and Experiences:

Albert Ndagijimana has participated in various training programs and workshops, enhancing his skills and knowledge in public health and related areas. Some notable experiences include:

Rwanda Harmonized Health Facility Assessment (2022):

Role: National Cofacilitator

Organizer: Ministry of Health (MoH) and World Health Organization (WHO)

Participation in the validation of the FP Business Case in Rwanda (2018):

Organizer: UNFPA and Enabel (former Belgian Technical Cooperation)

WHO Global Immunization Strategies and Practices scholar course (GRISP) (2018):

Duration: Six weeks

Organizer: World Health Organization (WHO)

Facilitation of the Leadership, Development, and Project Management (LDP+) training (2018):

Organizer: MSH/USAID/HSSA

One Health Central and East Africa (OHCEA) Trainings (2017-2018):

Topics: Biorisks management, disaster resilience, and leadership

Organizer: OHCEA

Conference on Researching health and social care (2017):

Organizers: University of Manchester and University of Rwanda

Research Focus:

Albert’s research interests and ongoing consultancies include studies on mental health services integration, national immunization coverage, and the assessment of health facility services in Rwanda.

Albert’s research primarily revolves around public health, with a specific focus on areas such as immunization, maternal and child health, epidemiology, and health facility assessments. He has been involved in various national and international projects aimed at improving healthcare systems and services.

Professional Journey:

Head of Epidemiology and Biostatistics Department, University of Rwanda (April 2021-Present)

Acting Postgraduate Program Coordinator, University of Rwanda (April 2021-January 2023)

Assistant Lecturer (2014-2019) and Lecturer (2019-Present) at University of Rwanda, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Public Health

Statistician and Data Manager at the Ministry of Health/Murunda District Hospital (2008-2013)

Publication Top Noted:

Title: Prevalence and factors associated with sputum smear non-conversion after two months of tuberculosis treatment among smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis patients in Rwanda: a cross-sectional study

• Authors: Gatete, G.; Njunwa, K.J.; Migambi, P.; Ntaganira, J.; Ndagijimana, A.
• Journal: BMC Infectious Diseases, 2023, 23(1), 408

Title: Factors Associated with Severe Malaria among Patients under Reference to District Hospitals: A Cross-Sectional Study in Rusizi District, Rwanda

• Authors: Uwamahoro, B.; Munyanshongore, C.; Ndagijimana, A.; Habtu, M.; Ntaganira, J.
• Journal: Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2023, 6(1), pp. 36–42

Title: Prevalence of Human Immunodeficiency Virus among Female Sex Workers and Associated Risk Factors in Rwanda, 2019

• Authors: Ntabanganyimana, D.; Ndagijimana, A.; Benemariya, N.; Habtu, M.; Ntaganira, J.
• Journal: Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2023, 6(2), pp. 208–214

Title: Factors Associated with Delayed Rabies Post-Exposure Prophylaxis among Dog Bite Victims in Nyagatare District, Rwanda, 2017 to 2019

• Authors: Mugwaneza, D.; Ndagijimana, A.; Hakizayezu, F.; Ntaganira, J.
• Journal: Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2023, 6(1), pp. 61–70

Title: Non-adherence to medication and associated factors among type 2 diabetes patients at Clinique Medicale Fraternite, Rwanda: a cross-sectional study

• Authors: Murwanashyaka, J.D.; Ndagijimana, A.; Biracyaza, E.; Sunday, F.X.; Umugwaneza, M.
• Journal: BMC Endocrine Disorders, 2022, 22(1), 219