Journal of Pediatrics Neonatal Biology

Dr. Mamoun Magzoub Mohamed Osman is an accomplished Sudanese academic and medical professional specializing in Medical Parasitology and Microbiology. He currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Microbiology & Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kassala, Sudan. He obtained his Ph.D. in Medical Parasitology from the University of Gezira (2011), following his M.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Science (Parasitology) from the University of Al-Neelain (2005), a Higher Diploma in Medical Parasitology from the University of Al-Zaiem Al-Azhari (2001), and a B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Science from the University of Khartoum (1996). In addition, he completed his MBBS at Sudan International University in 2020, which strengthened his dual expertise in both laboratory sciences and clinical practice. Dr. Osman has extensive teaching and research experience across several Sudanese and regional universities, including the University of Kassala, Karary University, Sudan International University, International University of Africa, Elrazi University, and Alsharq University of Science & Technology. He has also held key administrative roles such as Dean of the Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science (Alsharq University of Science & Technology), Head of Department, and Program Coordinator. His research contributions span diverse fields of parasitology, infectious diseases, and public health, with over 40 peer-reviewed publications in international and regional journals. His studies have addressed malaria, schistosomiasis, tuberculosis, gastrointestinal parasites, and maternal health issues, among others. He has also co-authored case reports, supervised MSc and PhD students, and reviewed for reputed journals such as Pediatrics (AAP), Saudi Medical Journal, and the Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease. Dr. Osman is an active member of several professional and scientific bodies, including the European Society of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ESCMID), the Sudan Medical Specialization Board (SMSB), and serves on the Editorial Board of the Global Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology (GJMB). In addition to his academic achievements, Dr. Osman has participated in numerous international conferences, workshops, and training programs, including advanced molecular diagnostic techniques at the Royal Tropical Institute (KIT), Amsterdam. His career reflects a strong commitment to improving healthcare and education in Sudan and beyond, with a focus on infectious disease control, medical education reform, and laboratory sciences development.

• Parasitology and Vector-Borne Diseases
• Infectious Diseases & Clinical Microbiology on children
• Molecular and Diagnostic Methods
• Medical Education and Training

• Supervised multiple M.Sc. and Ph.D. theses in Medical Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacy, and related fields.

• Co-investigator in the project “Molecular Techniques in Diagnosis and Identification of Malaria Parasites in Kassala, Eastern Sudan,” funded by the Ministry of Higher Education, Sudan (2009).

• Editorial Board Member of Global Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology (GJMB).

• Peer Reviewer for international journals including PEDIATRICS, Saudi Medical Journal, Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, and The Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology.

• Member of professional and scientific bodies:

  • European Society of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ESCMID)

  • Sudan Medical Specialization Board (SMSB)

  • Research and Curriculum Committees, Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, University of Kassala

  • Quality & Performance Promotion Committee, International University of Africa

• Organizer and participant in academic workshops and training sessions on curriculum planning, proposal writing, and malaria case management.

• Attended international training in DNA isolation, PCR techniques, and Plasmodium genotyping at the Royal Tropical Institute (KIT), Amsterdam, Netherlands (2010).

• Completed advanced course on Molecular Methods in Malaria and Visceral Leishmaniasis Research (University of Gezira & KIT, 2011).

• Participated in the First International Conference on Medical Education Reform in Sudan, Khartoum (2005).

• Authored textbooks in Medical Protozoology (1999) and Medical Helminthology (in press).

• Abdel Latif Khalifa Elnaim, Mamoun Magzoub Mohamed. Outcomes of lower extremities tuberculous wounds in diabetic patients in Eastern Sudan-Kassala: a prospective observational study. Discover Medicine 2024; 1:9.

• Mohammed NA, Adam AO, Osman MAH, Abass HM, Salih AM, Abaker AAM, Mustafa A, Magzoub M. Unusual Presentation of Pleural Space Ascariasis Infection from Eastern Sudan: A Case Report. Research and Reports in Tropical Medicine 2024, 15:73–78.

• Alzabni AH, Alzabni JM, Al-Shammari AS, Magzoub M. Obesity and Eating Habits of Undergraduate Female Nursing Students at Hail University, Saudi Arabia. International Journal of Clinical Nutrition 2023; 7(1): 1–3.

• Abdulla MS, Karoum S, Fadul S, Karoum A, Mobark M, Zohal A, Abdalla AZ, Mohammed AS, Mohammed MA, Hamad MN, Magzoub M. Value of serum calcium in preeclamptic Sudanese women. MOJ Women’s Health 2022; 11(2):73–75.

• Elbahseer RM, Mohammedelhassan YA, Elnoor S, Ali AA, Hamad MN, Magzoub M. Evaluation of dermatology curriculum of Sudan medical specialization board: 2017–2018. Journal of Dermatology & Cosmetology 2020; 4(6):171–176.

• Magzoub M. Life Style Guideline of Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) as Prophylaxis and Treatment for Coronaviruses (SARS-CoV-2) Infection (COVID-19). Saudi Journal of Biomedical Research 2020; 5(6):125–127.

• Musa SM, Magzoub M, Alhassan AS, Hammad NM. Prevalence of Candida spp. Isolated from Urine Samples of Pregnant Women from Kassala State, Sudan. American Journal of Microbiological Research 2020; 8(3):79–82.

• Mohamed N, Magzoub M, et al. Prevalence and identification of arthropod-transmitted viruses in Kassala State, Eastern Sudan. Libyan Journal of Medicine 2018; 14(1).

• Alamin NA, Elsharief UA, Babiker RA, Abubaker YF, Hamid Y, Karoum AO, Massaad SO, Magzoub M, Elemam IB. Risk Factors for Esophageal Cancer in Gadarif State in Eastern Sudan. Int J Curr Res Med Sci 2019; 5(9):20–31.

• Abbas M, Sharif FA, Osman SM, Osman AM, El Sanousi SM, Magzoub M, Ibrahim ME. Prevalence and Associated Symptoms of Helicobacter pylori Infection among Schoolchildren in Kassala State, East of Sudan. Hindawi Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Infectious Diseases 2018.

• Mohammedelhassan MA, Magzoub M. Is Migraine Treated Completely? A New Treatment Has Been Approached Successfully. American Journal of Clinical Medicine Research 2017; 5(4):49–51.

• Mohammedelhassan MA, Mohammedelhassan YA, Mohamed MM. A new sign has been discovered as the predictor of Allergic and Autoimmune diseases. Kassala University Journal 2016; (8 & 9):218–226.

• Magzoub M, et al. Prevalence of Plasmodium vivax Malaria among Children in Kassala State, Eastern Sudan. American Journal of Microbiological Research 2016; 4(6):164–167.

• Elnaim AK, Ibnouf MM, Toum FM, Magzoub M. Post Transvesical Prostatectomy (TVP) Complications, Risk Assessment Using Clavien–Dindo System in Kassala Teaching Hospital, Sudan. Global Journal of Surgery 2017; 5(1):1–5.

• Osman MM, et al. Investigation on Vancomycin Resistance among MRSA in Khartoum State, Sudan. American Journal of Microbiological Research 2016; 4(2):56–60.

• Ibrahim EK, Ahmed EG, Elbadawi NE, Mohammed MM. Vertebral Distribution of Pott's Disease of the Spine among Adult Sudanese Patients. American Journal of Health Research 2014; 2(3):93–96.

• Elnaim AK, Mohamed MM. Case Report: Vesicolithotomy with Bladder Wash for Rectovesical Fistula. Saudi Medical Journal 2014; 35(4):406–408.

• Mohamed MM, et al. Frequency and Distribution of ABO and Rh (D) Blood Groups in Eastern Sudan. NMJ 2014; 13.

• Mahmoud HH, et al. Iron Deficiency Anemia among Children under Three years in Kassala, Eastern Sudan. SJPH 2014; 9(1):33–37.

• Abdallah TM, et al. Severe Plasmodium falciparum and P. vivax malaria among adults at Kassala Hospital. Malaria Journal 2013; 12:148.

• Saad AA, et al. Zinc, Copper and C-Reactive Protein in Children with Severe Malaria in Eastern Sudan. Journal of Tropical Pediatrics 2013; 59(2):150–153.

• Idris MI, et al. Hematological Changes Among Tuberculosis Sudanese Patients. Al Neelain Medical Journal 2013; 3(11):24–32.

• Ahmed EG, et al. Clinical Presentation of Pott’s Disease of the Spine in Adult Sudanese Patients. Med Microb Diagn 2013; 2:120.

• Abbas F, Abdallah TM, Magzoub M, Ali AA. Blood borne infections: awareness and universal precautions in Kassala, eastern Sudan. Int J Collab Res Intern Med Public Health 2012; 4(6):1315–1320.

• Elnaim AK, Toum FM, Magzoub M. Case Report: Peritonitis Secondary to Necrosis of Intra-abdominal Seminoma in an Undescended Testis. Kassala University Journal 2012; 1(2):7–10.

• Abdelrahman M, et al. Laboratory Observations of Biomphalaria pfeifferi Snails in Two Canals of New Halfa Scheme. Kassala University Journal 2012; 1(2):11–20.

• Elnaim AK, Idris MA, Mohamed MM. Case Report: Spontaneous Dual Rupture of Gas Containing Liver Abscesses in a Malaysian Patient. Al Neelain Medical Journal 2011; 1(2).

• Musa SE, Magzoub M, Ahmed EG, Haroun H. Rare Presentation of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia of a Sudanese Child. Gezira Journal for Health Sciences 2011; 7(1):98–102.

• Ali AA, Elhassan EM, Magzoub M, Elbashir MI, Adam I. Hypoglycaemia and Severe P. falciparum Malaria among Pregnant Sudanese Women. Parasites and Vectors Journal 2011; 4:88.

• Seddig MF, Osman MMM, Nour BYM, Musa SE, Mohamedani AA. Anaemia in Patients with Falciparum Malaria in Kassala, Eastern Sudan. Al Naileen Medical Journal 2011; 1(1):57–65.

• Osman MMM, et al. Comparison of Microscopy, RDT, and Molecular Techniques for Malaria Diagnosis in Kassala. Tropical Medicine & International Health 2010; 12(15):1442–1448.

• Mahgoub HM, et al. Schistosoma mansoni Infection as a Predictor of Severe Anaemia in Schoolchildren. Journal of Helminthology 2010; 84(2):132–135.

• Elhassan EM, et al. Non-malarial Fever among Pregnant Women in Sudan. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine 2010; 3:392–394.

• Abdelrahman M, et al. Prevalence of Intestinal Schistosomiasis in New Halfa Scheme, Eastern Sudan. Khartoum Medical Journal 2010; 3(2):448–451.

• Ahmed BG, Magzoub M, Elbushra SM. Unusual Presentation of Abdominal Tuberculosis. Gezira Journal for Health Sciences 2010; 1:9–13.

• Mohamed AA, et al. Artesunate + SP vs Praziquantel in Treatment of Schistosoma mansoni. Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg 2009; 103:1062–1064.

• Mohamed MM, Ahmed AI, Salah ET. Frequency of Intestinal Parasitic Infections among Displaced Children in Kassala. Khartoum Medical Journal 2009; 1:175–177.

• Musa S, Elsharief OA, Magzoub M, Mohamed MA. Prevalence of Anaemia among Schoolchildren in Eastern Sudan. Gezira Journal for Health Sciences 2009; 2:59–61.

• Adam I, Magzoub M, et al. A Fixed-dose 24-hour Artesunate + Sulfamethoxypyrazine-Pyrimethamine Regimen for Malaria. Ann Clin Microbiol Antimicrob 2006; 5:18.

• Salah MT, Faroug M, Magzoub MM, Adam I. Efficacy of Artemether-Lumefantrine Suspension in Children under 5 with Malaria. Trop J Pharm Res 2006; 1:551–555.

• Elamin SB, et al. Artesunate + SP for Treatment of Uncomplicated P. falciparum Malaria in Sudan. Malaria Journal 2005; 4:41.

• Salah MT, Mohamed MM, Himeidan YE, Malik EM, Elbashir MI, Adam I. Comparison of SP and SP + Chloroquine for Uncomplicated Malaria. Saudi Medical Journal 2005; 26(1):147–148.