Affiliation: Faculty of Medicine, University of Kassala, Sudan
University / Institution: University of Kassala
Department: Department of Microbiology Parasitology
Designation: Associate Professor
Email: mamounmagzoub@kassalauni.edu.sd
Country: Sudan
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.