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Harrieth Peter Ndumwa, MD, MPhil, is a Research Scientist at the Directorate of Research, Publication and Innovation, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Tanzania. He is also affiliated with Tanzania Health Promotion Support (THPS) and has completed a visiting fellowship in Implementation Science and Leadership at the University of Pennsylvania’s Centre for Global Health.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD), Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Tanzania
- Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Global Health, University of Bergen, Norway
- Visiting Fellowship in Implementation Science and Leadership, University of Pennsylvania, United States
His research focuses on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases, and health economics. He integrates clinical practice, epidemiology, and biostatistics to improve global health outcomes. His work emphasizes locally generated evidence and policy-relevant research in Tanzania and other low-resource settings.
His recent publications span topics such as NCDs among professional drivers, substance use disorders among police officers, antibiotic misuse, and emergency care systems. The articles reflect a strong trend in public health research, with emphasis on epidemiology, health systems strengthening, and implementation science.
Scientific Contributions:
- Over 30 peer-reviewed publications
- Four secured research grants
- Active involvement in national and international collaborative projects
Dr. Ndumwa has contributed to significant research initiatives including the Tanzania Violence Against Children and Youth Survey (VACS 2024), a national COVID-19 infection and vaccine uptake study among healthcare workers, and a UNODC-funded project on substance use disorders in Tanga, where he co-developed a mobile/web recovery application and led community training. He has also participated in policy brief development and dissemination meetings, contributing to evidence-based public health policy.
He is actively engaged in research mentorship and collaborative global health initiatives, working with institutions such as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), UNICEF, and academic partners in Norway and the United States.
