Core Qualifications
Operational Leadership: Assistant Principal Research Scientist: HSE, Biosafety & Biosecurity (KEMRI HQ)
Certified by: IFBA (Biorisk, Biosecurity, Cyberbiosecurity), Africa CDC (HCATs/Pandemic Pathogens)
Global Standards: WHO/IATA Accredited Trainer; WHO GCLP Lead Auditor
Key Achievements
Co-authored landmark study on SARS-CoV-2 variants in Kenya (Nature, 2022), informing East Africa's surveillance strategy
Implemented biosecurity protocols for KEMRI's BSL-3 labs during COVID-19 (2020–2023), processing 1M+ samples
Trained 500+ lab technicians across Kenya/Tanzania in WHO/IATA specimen transport and LIMS data security
Technical Specialization
Containment Labs
- • BSL-3/4 operations
- • HCATs handling
Compliance
- • OSHA
- • NEMA
- • ISO 35001 audits
Cyberbiosecurity
- • LIMS protection
- • Genomic data governance
Forensics
- • DNA analysis chain-of-custody (Interpol standards)
Education
- MSc Molecular Medicine: JKUAT
- BSc Biochemistry/Zoology: Kenyatta University
Certifications
- IFBA Certified in Biorisk Management
- IFBA Certified in Biosecurity
- IFBA Certified in Cyberbiosecurity
- Africa CDC HCATs Expert
- WHO/IATA Accredited Trainer
- WHO GCLP Lead Auditor