Mr Abdul-Aziz Seidu ~ Research Officer

Biography

Abdul-Aziz Seidu is a Public Health Researcher with a versatile skill set. He has made remarkable contributions to teaching and research practices in the field of public health. He holds the positions of  Health Professional Research Tutor and Research Officer at James Cook University. In addition to his roles at the university, Abdul is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA), International Union of Scientific Study of Populations (IUSSP), Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID), and the sub-Saharan African University Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response Network (SUBVERT). His expertise encompasses large public health survey dataset management, qualitative data analysis, and interdisciplinary research, all of which have solidified his reputation as a valuable asset in the realm of public health and academia.

Education and Expertise

Abdul-Aziz Seidu completed his bachelor’s degree in Population and Health at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, in 2015. His research project focused on healthcare-seeking behavior among adolescents in Yamoransah, Ghana. He continued his academic journey by completing his MPhil in Population and Health at the same university in 2018, where he assessed the utilization of sexual and reproductive health services among young people with disabilities in Ghana. In 2019, he also successfully completed his Post-graduate Diploma in Education program at the University of Cape Coast.

In 2020, Abdul enrolled in a PhD in Public Health program at the College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences, James Cook University, Australia. Currently, he is in his final year, and his PhD project is titled “Impact of Health Policies and Interventions on the Sexual and Reproductive Health Outcomes Among Persons with Disabilities in Ghana.” Throughout these various research projects, Abdul employs both quantitative and qualitative study designs and data analysis methods to achieve the research objectives.

Teaching and Mentorship

As a dedicated public health expert, teacher and researcher, Abdul is highly regarded for his ability to impart knowledge and promote critical thinking among students. He excels in effectively conveying complex public health and research concepts in simple terms for students at various levels to understand. Most students have described Abdul-Aziz as a very engaging and passionate lecturer.

Driven by a passion for mentorship, Abdul, along with Dr. Bright Opoku Ahinkorah, has established a mentorship group for young academics to train them on how to conduct impactful public health research using various data analysis tools. Abdul also engages students through interactive teaching methods, encourages independent research, and provides personalized guidance to nurture their development as aspiring  health experts and researchers.

Research Exellence

Abdul is a member of the Public Health and Tropical Medicine Research Methods Group (PHTMRMG) and the Global Burden of Disease  Collaborative Network. His notable contributions include research ideas conceptualisation,  sourcing appropriate data, data management and analysis, sourcing funds, manuscripts submissions and correspondence. His studies have been published in reputable peer-reviewed scientific journals, highlighting his dedication to knowledge creation and his commitment to the general scientific community and research practices.

In his role as a public health researcher, Abdul has collaborated extensively with interdisciplinary teams, working closely with Epidemiologists, Virologist, Medical Laboratory Scientists, Environmental scientists, and Healthcare professionals. His research interests include sexual and reproductive health and rights, disability and health, social determinants of health, maternal and child health, and gender-based violence, as well as women's empowerment.

Professional Engagement and Leadership

Abdul demonstrates active engagement in international conferences, workshops, and scientific forums, employing these platforms to disseminate his research findings and cultivate collaborative networks. He endeavors to maintain a leading role in the field of public health, actively contributing to the evolution of methodologies and theoretical frameworks within this discipline. Furthermore, he assumes the responsibilities of an Associate Editor for BMC Health Services Research and Frontiers in Public Health, in addition to serving as a reviewer for numerous scientific journals.

Interests

Research

• Sexual and reproductive health and rights
• Disability and health
• Maternal and child health
• Gender-based violence
• Women empowerment
• Social determinants of health

Experience

• 2022 to 2024 - Research Officer, James Cook University (Townsville, Australia)
• 2021 to 2024 - Research and Development Coordinator, Takoradi Technical University, CEGENDA (Takoradi, Ghana)
• 2023 - Casual Academic(Tutor-Health Professional Research 2), Jame Cook University (Townsville, Australia)
• 2023 - Casual Academic(Tutor-Health Professional Research 1), Jame Cook University (Townsville, Australia)
• 2023 - Casual Academic(Tutor-Biostatistics for Public Health), Jame Cook University (Townsville, Australia)
• 2023 - Casual Academic(Tutor-Epidemiology for Public Health), Jame Cook University (Townsville, Australia)
• 2021 to 2022 - Lecturer, Takoradi Technical University (Takoradi, Ghana)
• 2016 to 2020 - Teaching and Research Assistant, University of Cape Coast (Cape Coast, Ghana)
• 2015 to 2016 - Teaching Assistant, University of Cape Coast (Cape Coast, Ghana)

Research Disciplines

• Public health (4206)

Socio-Economic Objectives

• Public health (2004)

These are the most recent publications associated with this author. To see a detailed profile of all publications stored at JCU, visit ResearchOnline@JCU. Hover over Altmetrics badges to see social impact.

Journal Articles

• Aboagye R, Ahinkorah B, Seidu A, Anin S, Frimpong J and Hagan J (2023) Mother and newborn skin-to-skin contact and timely initiation of breastfeeding in sub-Saharan Africa. PLoS ONE, 18 (1).
• Aboagye R, Seidu A, Peprah P, Asare B, Addo I and Ahinkorah B (in press) Exposure to interparental violence and risk of intimate partner violence among women in sexual unions in sub-Saharan Africa. International Health,
• Aboagye R, Seidu A, Ahinkorah B, Frimpong J and Yaya S (2023) Sexual violence and self-reported sexually transmitted infections among women in sub-Saharan Africa. Journal of Biosocial Science, 55 (2). pp. 292-305
• Ahinkorah B, Hagan J, Seidu A, Bolarinwa O, Budu E, Adu C, Okyere J, Archer A and Schack T (2023) Association between female genital mutilation and girl-child marriage in sub-Saharan Africa. Journal of Biosocial Science, 55 (1). pp. 87-98
• Ajayi A, Ahinkorah B and Seidu A (in press) “I don't like to be seen by a male provider”: health workers’ strike, economic, and sociocultural reasons for home birth in settings with free maternal healthcare in Nigeria. International Health,
• Ampomah I, Malau-Aduli B, Seidu A, Malau-Aduli A and Emeto T (in press) Integrating traditional medicine into the Ghanaian health system: perceptions and experiences of traditional medicine practitioners in the Ashanti region. International Health,
• Arthur-Holmes F, Aboagye R, Dadzie L, Agbaglo E, Okyere J, Seidu A and Ahinkorah B (2023) Intimate Partner Violence and Pregnancy Termination Among Women in Sub-Saharan Africa. Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 38 (1-2). pp. 2092-2111
• Arthur-Holmes F, Ahinkorah B, Agbemavi W, Mireku D and Seidu A (2023) Safer Sex Negotiation Among Ghanaian Women in Sexual Unions: Does Women’s Household Decision-Making Capacity Matter? Archives of Sexual Behavior, 52. pp. 1379-1387
• Asare B, Zegeye B, Ahinkorah B, Ameyaw E, Seidu A and Yaya S (in press) Early Sexual Debut and Its Associated Factors Among Young Women Aged 15–24 in Mali: A Multilevel Analysis. Archives of Sexual Behavior,
• Bolarinwa O, Ahinkorah B, Seidu A, Mohammed A, Effiong F, Hagan J and Makinde O (2023) Predictors of young maternal age at first birth among women of reproductive age in Nigeria. PLoS ONE, 18 (1).
• Bolarinwa O, Aliu M, Arthur-Holmes F, Aboagye R, Seidu A, Ahinkorah B and Ameyaw E (2023) Age of Sexual Debut and Modern Contraceptive Use Among Women of Reproductive Age in South Africa. Sexuality and Culture, 27. pp. 995-1009
• Bolarinwa O, Seidu A, Tessema Z, Adu C, Oyeleye O and Ahinkorah B (2023) Spatial distribution and multilevel analysis of factors associated with child marriage in Nigeria. International Health, 15 (2). pp. 171-181

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