Amos Lucky Mhone

Dr. Amos Lucky Mhone

International Livestock Research Institute, Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya
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Biography

Interested in sustainable and climate smart solutions to animal viral diseases, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and zoonotic diseases through the use of Phage technology, Phage based SMART Antibacterials and vaccines. Skilled in working with public health systems research, implementation, and development in regard to control of infectious diseases, vaccine delivery, and vaccination programs in developing countries. I utilize immunological, molecular, and epidemiological approaches to dissect vulnerabilities and purpose solutions to strengthen disease control programs

Affiliations

International Livestock Research Institute

Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya

Honors and Awards

honor

Capacity Development Grand Challange Winner (2nd position, Master's category)

International Livestock Research Institute

The Challenge is a 10-month process designed to equip young researchers with the requisite people and leadership skills— commonly referred to as soft skills - as they transition from graduate training mode into actors in national research and extension systems. Every year ILRI trains and mentors 150-200 graduate students and researchers from national programs in LMICs by embedding them in research projects.

Experience

Research or Laboratory Scientist

Internationa Livestock Research Institute

01 Sep 2019 - present

Graduate Student or Post Graduate

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

01 Oct 2019 - 01 Jun 2023

Undergraduate Student

Lilongwe University of Agriculuture and Natural Resources

01 Nov 2013 - 01 Jul 2019