Prof. Paul Chelule is a Master of Medical Science (MMedSc)(University of Natal) and has a PhD (Biomedical Sciences)(University of Natal). He is a registered medical biological scientist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (former University of Limpopo, Medunsa campus). His current research interests are in environmental/occupational health, public health nutrition, and fermented foods.