Wafa Tombari | Vaccines | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Wafa Tombari | Vaccines | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | University Hospital of Sahloul | Tunisia

Dr. Wafa Tombari, Ph.D., is an accomplished Assistant Professor and Research Scientist at the University Hospital of Sahloul, Sousse, specializing in infectious diseases with a focus on virology, vaccine development, and antimicrobial resistance. She holds a Doctoral Diploma in Biology from the Faculty of Sciences in Tunisia, a Master of Science in Microbiology, and a Certificate of Complementary Studies in Statistics and Epidemiological Methods from the Faculty of Medicine in Tunisia. With a distinguished academic and research career, Dr. Tombari has served as an Assistant Professor at both the High Institute of Medical Technologies and the University Hospital of Sahloul, where she has successfully led and collaborated on numerous national and international research projects. Her research integrates molecular biology, bioinformatics, and immunoinformatics to develop computational approaches for vaccine design, antiviral therapeutics, and the study of bacterial resistance mechanisms. She has authored several peer-reviewed publications in reputable international journals, including studies on mRNA-based vaccines for rabies virus and molecular characterization of antimicrobial resistance in Staphylococcus species, highlighting her contributions to advancing biomedical innovation. Beyond her research, Dr. Tombari plays an active role in student mentorship, curriculum development, and scientific outreach, fostering collaboration and innovation within the academic community. Her expertise extends to reverse vaccinology, molecular cloning, and phylogenetic analysis, reflecting her multidisciplinary approach to infectious disease research. Dr. Tombari’s scholarly achievements and professional dedication exemplify her commitment to advancing global health through science and education. She has achieved 119 citations, published 10 scientific documents, and holds an h-index of 5, reflecting her academic influence and research excellence.

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Featured Publications

1. Tombari, W., Nsiri, J., Larbi, I., Guerin, J. L., & Ghram, A. (2011). Genetic evolution of low pathogenicity H9N2 avian influenza viruses in Tunisia: . Acquisition of new mutations. Virology Journal, 8(1), 467.

2. Tombari, W., Paul, M., Bettaieb, J., Larbi, I., Nsiri, J., Elbehi, I., Gribaa, L., & Ghram, A. (2013). Risk factors and characteristics of low pathogenic avian influenza virus isolated from commercial poultry in Tunisia. PLoS ONE, 8(1), e53524.

3. Boudaoud, A., Mamache, B., Tombari, W., & Ghram, A. (2016). Virus mutations and their impact on vaccination against infectious bursal disease (Gumboro disease). Revue Scientifique et Technique, 35(3), 875–897.

4. Kallel Sellami, M., Zitouni, M., Tombari, W., Ben Ayed, M., Abida, O., Laadhar, L., et al. (2007). Anti-desmoglein-1 antibodies are prevalent in Tunisian patients with hydatidosis and leishmaniasis. British Journal of Dermatology, 156(3), 591–593.

Albert Eisenbarth | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Albert Eisenbarth | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

Head of Medical Entomology Unit | Bundeswehr Hospital Hamburg | Germany

Albert Eisenbarth is an accomplished researcher at the Bundeswehr Hospital Hamburg, Germany, specializing in infectious diseases, tropical medicine, and vector biology. He holds a Ph.D. in Medical Biology from the University of Hamburg  where his doctoral work focused on the ecology and control of mosquito-borne pathogens. Over the years, Dr. Eisenbarth has gained extensive professional experience leading and collaborating on multidisciplinary research projects across Europe and Africa, particularly in the molecular detection and epidemiology of parasitic and vector-borne diseases. His research interests encompass mosquito ecology, disease transmission modeling, public health interventions, and the application of artificial intelligence in entomological studies. Dr. Eisenbarth possesses strong research skills in molecular biology, field entomology, data analytics, and bioinformatics, which he applies to enhance disease surveillance and vector control programs. His collaborative approach and scientific leadership have contributed to the success of international initiatives investigating malaria, leishmaniasis, and arbovirus transmission. A dedicated academic and mentor, he has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed papers published in reputed journals such as Scientific Data, Acta Tropica, and Travel Medicine and Infectious Disease. His contributions to research excellence have earned him recognition within the scientific community, including invitations to present at international symposia and participate in global health research networks. Dr. Eisenbarth’s continuing commitment to bridging field research with applied innovations reflects his passion for advancing global public health outcomes. His long-term vision involves fostering stronger international collaborations and mentoring early-career scientists in tropical disease research. Through his scholarly achievements and leadership, he continues to make a meaningful impact in biomedical research and public health policy.Dr. Albert Eisenbarth has an impressive academic record with 418 citations across 31 published documents and an h-index of 14, reflecting the strong impact and consistency of his research contributions in infectious diseases and vector biology.


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Featured Publications

1. Nolte, K., Agboli, E., Garcia, G. A., Badolo, A., Becker, N., Loc, D. H., Dworrak, T. V., Eguchi, J., Eisenbarth, A., de Freitas, R. M., et al. (2025). Comprehensive mosquito wing image repository for advancing research on geometric morphometric- and AI-based identification.

2. Lubbers, C., Amaral, L.-J., Colebunders, R., Brattig, N., Hadermann, A., & Eisenbarth, A. (2025, October). The last mile in onchocerciasis elimination: Diagnostic challenges.

3. Krüger, A., Balczun, C., Scheid, P. L., Hagen, R. M., & Eisenbarth, A. (2023). Molecular detection of Leishmania (Sauroleishmania) adleri (Trypanosomatida: Trypanosomatidae) in Sergentomyia sp. sand flies (Diptera: Psychodidae) in Mali and Niger.

4. Stoek, F., Barry, Y., Ba, A., Schulz, A., Rissmann, M., Wylezich, C., Sadeghi, B., Beyit, A. D., Eisenbarth, A., N’diaye, F. B., et al. (2022, April 15). Mosquito survey in Mauritania: Detection of Rift Valley fever virus and dengue virus and the determination of feeding patterns.

5. Ngwasiri, N. N., Brattig, N. W., Ndjonka, D., Liebau, E., Paguem, A., Leusder, D., Kingsley, M. T., Eisenbarth, A., Renz, A., & Daniel, A. M. (2021). Correction to: Galectins from Onchocerca ochengi and O. volvulus and their immune recognition by Wistar rats, Gudali zebu cattle and human hosts.