Speakers

Speech Title : Comparative effectiveness of different therapies for Clostridioides difficile infection in adults and children

He graduated in 2020 from University of Szeged as a medical doctor. In September of the same year, he started his residency at Heim Pál National Pediatric Institute, as a pediatrician, meanwhile he is also working on his PhD with a special interest in infectiology and gastroenterology. His main research field is related to Clostridioides difficile infection. He has presented his research at numerous domestic and international conferences. In 2025, he was awarded the University Research Scholarship Program (EKÖP) at Semmelweis University and that year he was selected for the Kerpel-Fronius Ödön Talent Development Program at Semmelweis University. His most recent publication on the effectiveness of different therapies for Clostridioides difficile infection in adults was published in The Lancet Regional Health – Europe.

Speech Title : Mapping Lymphatic Filariasis Morbidities in 24 Endemic Districts of Ethiopia through the Health Extension Program

Mebratu Mitiku Jemberie is a public health researcher and program specialist with over a decade of experience in health systems strengthening and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Ethiopia. He holds an MPH, an MSc in Project Planning and Management, and an MSc in Leadership. His academic and professional work focuses on implementation research, morbidity management of lymphatic filariasis and podoconiosis, and disability-inclusive health programming. He has contributed to multi-institutional projects and capacity-building initiatives, and has experience in monitoring and evaluation of population health programs. His research interests include health systems, leadership in healthcare, and community-based interventions.