Dr. Stephen Edward Mwaijande is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Dodoma, Tanzania, whose research exemplifies the integration of biology, epidemiology, and mathematical modeling to address the challenges of infectious and zoonotic diseases. His primary focus on biomathematical modeling enhances understanding of disease transmission dynamics, control strategies, and environmental interactions that influence infection spread across human and animal populations. Through his innovative and data-driven approach, Dr. Mwaijande has developed predictive models for diseases such as rabies, giardiasis, paragonimiasis, hepatitis, and banana bunchy top virus, offering valuable insights for improving prevention, diagnosis, and management. His interdisciplinary work bridges theory and application, combining ecological and epidemiological data to design effective surveillance systems and intervention frameworks that support sustainable disease control. Dr. Mwaijande’s research is widely recognized, with publications in prestigious international journals under leading publishers including Elsevier, Springer, Wiley, and Nature, underscoring his global scientific impact. Alongside his scholarly contributions, he actively mentors postgraduate students, collaborates on multi-institutional projects, and serves as a peer reviewer for international journals, reflecting his commitment to academic leadership and scientific advancement. His ongoing efforts continue to strengthen the integration of computational biology and public health research, promoting innovative solutions that safeguard biodiversity, enhance ecosystem resilience, and improve community health outcomes in Tanzania and beyond.
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Featured Publications
Edward, S. (2025). Caputo approach to transmission dynamics of paragonimiasis in humans, snails, and crustaceans. Partial Differential Equations in Applied Mathematics, 5(10), 101313.
Edward, S., & Shaban, N. (2025). Deterministic compartmental model for optimal control strategies of giardiasis infection with saturating incidence and environmental dynamics. Healthcare Analytics, 6(6), 100383.
Ndendya, J. Z., Edward, S., Sambo, M., & Deepali. (2025). A Caputo fractional-order model for dog rabies transmission with vaccination: A case study of Ulanga District, Tanzania. Abstract and Applied Analysis, 2025, 6679795.
Edward, S. (2024). On the role of vaccination, health education, and hygiene compliance in the elimination and control of Hepatitis A virus: An optimal control approach. Informatics in Medicine Unlocked, 44, 101501.
Edward, S. (2024, May). A fractional order model for the transmission dynamics of shigellosis. Heliyon, 10(5), e31242.
Stephen Edward’s research advances the understanding and control of infectious diseases through innovative modeling of transmission dynamics and intervention strategies. His work supports evidence-based public health decisions, contributing to improved disease prevention, management, and community well-being worldwide.