Mr. Francis Walugembe is a Ugandan public health specialist and epidemiologist currently pursuing a PhD in Public Health at Walailak University, Thailand. He holds academic credentials in Environmental Management (BA), Public Health (MSc), and is studying Marine Plastic Abatement & Recycling Technologies at the Asian Institute of Technology. With extensive experience in infectious disease research, epidemiological surveillance, data analysis, and health systems strengthening, he has served in various roles such as Research Scientist at Ifakara Health Institute in Tanzania, Quality Assurance Officer at Kampala International University, and Project Director for Compassion International in Uganda. He has contributed to over seven peer-reviewed publications and presented at regional scientific conferences. His expertise spans research design, statistical analysis, public health policy, clinical trials, and community-based health interventions.