Ines Machelle

I am a wildlife veterinarian working with Tanzania National Parks in the Northern Zone stationed at Tarangire National Park. I received a veterinary degree from Sokoine University of Agriculture, and a Master of Science in One Health Molecular Biology from Sokoine University of Agriculture in Tanzania. I'm an early career researcher and a One Health activist. I have been involved in the investigation and intervention of diseases at the human-livestock wildlife interface. My research work is on addressing one health at the interface in the area of zoonotic diseases. My areas of interest include understanding pathogen transmission dynamics at the human-livestock wildlife, as well as those of concern to human/public health originating in wildlife. I am also interested in solving zoonotic disease problems at the interface. The basis of my research efforts is to be able to provide the knowledge needed to help mitigate zoonotic diseases at the interface using one health approach. I'm open to collaboration for this initiative to be accomplished

Ally Baholela

I am a veterinarian and academician with a Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Medicine from Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA). My research focuses on One Health action research, with a strong emphasis on preventing zoonotic diseases. As a junior faculty member at SUA's College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, I have been actively involved in various research projects aimed at the prevention and control of zoonotic diseases, particularly rabies.

Beyond research, I am passionate about mentoring and empowering the next generation of veterinarians. As a patron of veterinary student organizations at SUA, I guide young professionals in leadership development, public health initiatives, and animal welfare advocacy. Through collaboration with like-minded professionals, I strive to drive meaningful change in research, policy, and community engagement, ultimately contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future for both animals and people.

Alva Molander

I am a veterinarian with a strong interest in work and research in One Health, wildlife diseases, conservation, and the complex interactions between human, animal, and environmental health. I graduated from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in 2022 and currently work in small animal clinical practice in Sweden.

In addition to my clinical work, I am a board member of Veterinarians Without Borders – Sweden (VSF - Sweden), a non-profit organization dedicated to support animal welfare projects in low-income countries. VSF - Sweden advocate for a One Health approach, ensuring that our efforts benefit both animals and the people.

I have a particular interest in the transmission of diseases between wildlife and domestic animals. My Master´s thesis centered around East Coast Fever in Kenya, and I am still involved in the project as a research assistant. This experience has reinforced my commitment to research that contributes to the health and coexistence of both wildlife, livestock and humans.

My goal is to continue advancing research that improves the health of animals and people while preserving biodiversity. I greatly value the opportunity to collaborate with international colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from diverse perspectives.