Embarika Mostafa

Dr. Embarika Mostafa serves as an Associate Lecturer at Health Sciences University (formerly AECC University College), specializing in Health Economics, Public Health Policy, and Finance & Accounting. She contributes to the academic mission of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences with her extensive expertise in economic modeling and public health policy analysis.

Education Background:

• PhD in Health Economics from the University of Aberdeen
• MA in International Economics from Kyung Hee University, South Korea
• BA in Economics and Statistics

Dr. Mostafa's research program focuses on the intersection of economics and public health, with particular emphasis on health economics, international economics, and macroeconomics modeling. Her scholarly work explores critical issues in childhood health within developing country contexts, with recent investigations examining the impact of conditional cash transfer programs on stunting reduction in Indonesia. She has also implemented field experiments in mental health research, demonstrating methodological versatility in her approach to public health challenges. Her work bridges theoretical economic frameworks with practical public health applications, particularly in resource-limited settings.

Analysis of Dr. Mostafa's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of research focused on health economics in both developed and developing contexts. Her work demonstrates methodological diversity, employing systematic reviews, social accounting matrices, and field experiments to address complex public health challenges. The geographical scope of her research spans Egypt, Great Britain, Indonesia, and South Korea, reflecting a global perspective on health economics issues. Her most recent publications indicate a growing focus on nutritional interventions and socioeconomic determinants of health outcomes.

Professional Affiliations:

• Member of Health Economist's Study Group
• Member of Royal Economic Society
• Member of International Statistical Institute
• Member of Computational & Methodological Statistics

With over fifteen years of combined research and teaching experience, Dr. Mostafa brings substantial expertise to her academic role. Her professional journey includes eight years as a Research Fellow in Egypt's Statistical & Research Unit, followed by teaching positions at Swansea University and the University of Aberdeen before joining Health Sciences University. This diverse background enables her to connect theoretical frameworks with practical policy applications in her teaching and research.

Dr. Mostafa's work demonstrates strong potential for future impact in health economics, particularly in the areas of nutritional interventions in developing countries and the economic analysis of public health policies. Her methodological approach combining economic modeling with public health applications positions her to contribute significantly to interdisciplinary health research.