Ebuka Anieto

Ebuka Anieto is a Lecturer in Physiotherapy and Researcher at the University of Suffolk’s School of Allied Health Sciences. He concurrently holds a part-time role as a Specialist Community Physiotherapist in the NHS. Previously, he served as an Academic Tutor and Research Fellow at another UK higher education institution. His academic journey includes a PhD (in progress) at Glasgow Caledonian University, a master’s in Physiotherapy (University of Cape Town), and a Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation (University of Nigeria, Nsukka).

Ebuka’s research focuses on co-creating interventions for chronic conditions like peripheral arterial disease, paediatric oncology rehabilitation, and ageing research. Notable projects include the CREATE study targeting physical activity in intermittent claudication patients and mapping global paediatric cancer rehabilitation programs. His methodological expertise spans quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods approaches, including systematic reviews and participatory health research.

• Research Interests: Chronic disease management, co-creation methodologies, non-communicable diseases, global health equity.
• Awards: Nominated for the ‘Super Support (Teaching)’ award in 2023 for his student-centric teaching style.

Ebuka co-founded the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Human Development, empowering African youth with digital skills, and serves as Assistant Administrator for the Emerging Researchers and Professionals in Ageing-African Network (ERPAAN). He is a member of professional bodies including the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and International Physical Therapists for HIV/AIDS.