Mr. Kazi Md Azman Hossain | Visionary Leadership | Young Researcher Award

Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST) | Bangladesh

Kazi Md Azman Hossain is an emerging physiotherapy professional dedicated to advancing evidence-based rehabilitation and public health. Currently completing his Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation with outstanding academic performance, he has gained extensive experience as an intern physiotherapist in leading institutions, contributing to patient-centred care, community rehabilitation, and multidisciplinary clinical environments. He has been actively involved in national and international research projects, publishing randomized clinical trial protocols in reputable journals such as BMC Trials, BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine, and medRxiv. His research interests include musculoskeletal disorders, geriatric health, exercise therapy, community-based rehabilitation, and public health interventions. He has presented his work at global conferences including the World Physiotherapy Congress, China-ASEAN Health Promotion forums, and national scientific platforms. Alongside his academic journey, he has contributed to development projects supported by the World Bank, Swisscontact, Palladium, and UNDP, strengthening his skills in project analysis and capacity-building initiatives. His leadership roles in student organizations and volunteer activities reflect his commitment to social impact, inclusion, and youth engagement. Recognized through multiple awards for research excellence, academic achievement, and professional contributions, he aspires to continue advancing rehabilitation science and contributing to global health improvement.

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Featured Publications

1. Hossain, K. M. A., Hossain, K. M. A., Sarker, S. N., Kabir, M. F., Hossain, M. Z., Jahan, S., Rahman, E., Sharna, S. Y., & Rikti, J. F. (2025). Comparing the effectiveness of two community-based multimodal exercise programs (CMEPs) on physical activity, performance, fall prevention, and quality of life in older adults: Protocol for a multicenter, double-blind, randomized clinical trial. Trials.

2. Mim, P. B., Sarkar, S. N., Hossain, K. M. A., Kabir, M. F., Hossain, M. Z., Jahan, S., Rahman, E., Khan, A. H., & Hossain, K. M. A. (2025). Comparison of Structural Diagnosis and Management (SDM) approach versus Myofascial Release (MFR) for plantar heel pain in people with diabetes mellitus: A study protocol for a multicentre randomised clinical trial. medRxiv (Preprint).

3. Hossain, K. M. A., Kabir, F., Jahan, S., Rahman, E., Hossain, K. M. A., Kormoker, A., Islam, M. Z., Hossain, M. K., Rikti, J. F., & Khan, A. H. (2025). Structured home-based exercise programme and concentric versus eccentric-based stair training programme for pain and function in knee osteoarthritis: A two-phase, double-blinded, randomised controlled trial protocol. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine.

4. Sharna, S. Y., Hossain, K. M. A., Kabir, F., Hossain, M. Z., Jahan, S., Rahman, E., Agarwal, S., Hossain, M. K., Sharmin, F., Islam, A., et al. (2025). Multicentre randomised controlled trial protocol comparing structured physical exercise programme (SPEP) and medication versus conventional care for glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine.

Dr. Amon Exavery | Longitudinal impact evaluation methods for non-experimental interventions | Best Researcher Award

Pact Tanzania

Dr. Amon Exavery is a distinguished statistician and public health researcher with over 15 years of professional experience in research, evaluation, and learning. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Dodoma, an MSc in Population-based Field Epidemiology from the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, and a BA in Statistics from the University of Dar es Salaam. Currently serving as the Senior Research and Learning Advisor at Pact Tanzania, he has led large-scale health and social service research projects, including the ACHIEVE and Kizazi Kipya programs—the largest OVC initiatives in Africa. His expertise spans quantitative and qualitative methodologies, impact evaluation, statistical modeling, and capacity building for data-driven decision-making. Dr. Exavery’s research interests include HIV/AIDS, OVC programming, WASH, malaria, nutrition, family planning, gender inclusion, reproductive and child health, and sustainable livelihoods. He has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and presented at numerous international conferences. His analytical leadership has influenced public health strategies and policies across sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Exavery has also provided consultancy services to WHO, Columbia University, NAS, and other institutions, reflecting his global contribution to evidence-based health programming. His career exemplifies excellence in applying data science to advance public health and social development outcomes.

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Featured Publications

Exavery, A., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2026, February). Enhancing longitudinal impact evaluation of non-experimental interventions: A comparative analysis of generalized estimating equations and multilevel models based on empirical evaluation of temporal change in food security following an economic empowerment intervention. Evaluation and Program Planning, 107, 102722.

Exavery, A., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2025). Determinants of participation in WORTH Yetu economic empowerment intervention among caregivers of orphaned and vulnerable children in Tanzania: A longitudinal multivariable logistic regression analysis. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 15, 101959.

Exavery, A., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2024, August). Longitudinal evaluation of the influence of WORTH Yetu on household economic status based on the count of non-asset resources for orphaned and vulnerable children’s well-being in Tanzania. Child Indicators Research, 17, 10133–10145.

Exavery, A., Katbi, M., Kirigiti, P. J., Balan, R. T., & Charles, J. (2024, April 16). Multivariate mixed-effects ordinal logistic regression models with difference-in-differences estimator of the impact of WORTH Yetu on household hunger and socioeconomic status among OVC caregivers in Tanzania. PLOS ONE, 19(4), e0301578.

Exavery, A., Alam, K., Charles, J., Barankena, A., Bajaria, S., Minja, E., Mulikuza, J., Mbwambo, T., Ally, A., Mseya, R., & others. (2022, February 25). Impact of household economic strengthening intervention on food security among caregivers of orphans and vulnerable children in Tanzania. PLOS ONE, 17(2), e0264315.

Mr. Kazi Md Azman Hossain | Visionary Leadership | Young Researcher Award

Mr. Kazi Md Azman Hossain | Visionary Leadership | Young Researcher Award

Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST) | Bangladesh

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Featured Publications