Professor, at Guinea Infectious Disease Research and Training Center, Guinea.
Professor Alpha Kabinet Keita is a distinguished medical virologist and researcher at the University of Montpellier, France, working within the TransVIHMI unit (Université de Montpellier/IRD/INSERM). He is a co-founder of the Centre de Recherche et de Formation en Infectiologie de Guinée (CERFIG), where he focuses on emerging zoonotic viruses such as Ebola, Marburg, Lassa, Dengue, Chikungunya, Coronaviruses, and Mpox. With an extensive background in global health, he has played a pivotal role in public health initiatives and capacity building. He established the Master’s program in Microbiology and Immunology and co-initiated the Interuniversity Diploma in Global Health at the Université Gamal Abdel Nasser de Conakry (UGANC). Since February 2022, he has been serving as the Rector of UGANC. Prof. Keita is widely recognized for his scientific contributions, international collaborations, and leadership in infectious disease research.
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🎓 Education
Prof. Keita’s academic journey spans Guinea and France, with a strong foundation in medicine, microbiology, and epidemiology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree (2007) and a Master’s in Statistics Applied to Biomedical Sciences (2005) from UGANC, Guinea. His passion for infectious disease research led him to France, where he obtained:
- Master’s in Health Sciences (2010), specializing in Tropical Diseases at Aix-Marseille University
- Diplôme d’Études Supérieures Interuniversitaires (2013) in Tropical Medicine and International Health
- PhD in Human Pathology (2013), with a focus on infectious diseases (microbiology) at Aix-Marseille University.
He was also accredited as a Research Supervisor (CAMES) in 2018 and 2023, reinforcing his expertise in microbiology and epidemiology.
💼 Experience
Prof. Keita has held multiple academic, research, and leadership positions:
- Rector of UGANC (since 2022)
- Medical Sciences & Biology Researcher, University of Montpellier (since 2021)
- Director of the Microbiology Program, UGANC (since 2020)
- Deputy Director of CERFIG (since 2019)
- Postdoctoral Researcher, IRD, France & Senegal (2014-2017)
He has actively contributed to WHO’s Strategic Advisory Group (2019), played a key role in Africa’s Centers of Excellence for Disease Control (CEA-PCMT), and led the International Research Platform for Global Health (PRISME Guinée, 2022). His expertise spans infectious disease surveillance, epidemiology, and molecular virology.
🔍 Research Interests
Prof. Keita’s research primarily focuses on:
- Zoonotic viruses (Ebola, Marburg, Lassa, Dengue, Mpox, Coronaviruses)
- Molecular epidemiology and disease reservoirs
- Diagnostics and public health interventions
- Capacity building and global health security
As a pioneer in Guinea’s virology research, he integrates molecular and field epidemiology to improve early disease detection, surveillance, and outbreak response. His work supports global pandemic preparedness and the development of diagnostic tools.
🏆 Awards & Recognitions
Prof. Keita has received numerous prestigious awards, including:
- 🥇 Best Scientific Presentation on HIV/AIDS (2006, REMAO Conference, Niger)
- 🥉 Bronze Medal, Infectiopôle Sud Foundation (2012, Marseille)
- 🎓 Wellcome Trust Fellowship in Clinical Microbiology (2015, Kenya)
- 🎖️ Next Einstein Forum Science & Technology Ambassador (2017-2019)
- 🏆 Distinguished among Africa’s Top 25 Researchers Under 42 (2019)
- 🏅 Best Guinean Doctor of the Year (2022, Tabala NGO)
His contributions to infectious disease research and science diplomacy continue to shape Africa’s scientific and public health landscape.
📚 Top Noted Publications
Prof. Keita has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals on infectious diseases, virology, and epidemiology. Some key publications include:
Conclusion
Prof. Alpha Kabinet KEITA is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his scientific contributions, public health impact, and leadership in infectious disease research. His work has significantly influenced microbiology, epidemiology, and global health, particularly in Africa. Addressing the suggested improvements could further enhance his standing as a leading global researcher.