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Rosalia Mphatso Mughogho

Phone:+265 999 261 828
Email:mughogho.r@mzuni.ac.mw

Home Institution

Mzuzu University, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Lecturer

Biosketch

I am a Malawian lady, lecturing at Mzuzu University. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Science (Education), Master’s Degree in Information Theory, Coding and Cryptography obtained at Mzuzu University and a Master’s of Science Degree in Mathematical Sciences obtained at African Institute of Mathematical Sciences in Tanzania.

Research Interests and societal interests

My research interests include:

  • Modelling of infectious diseases
  • Effects of climate change on infectious diseases
  • Societies understanding of climate change to reduce spread of infectious diseases

Expectations as a QES Scholar during the Mobility Period

  • To deepen my understanding on the causes and effects of climate change
  • To explore cost effective ways of mitigating climate change
  • To gain more understanding on how climate change contributes to transmission of infectious diseases
  • To establish networks and collaboration with other scholars and Carleton community
  • To participate in climate change community outreach organized by Carleton University
  • To learn hands-on activities in my field of study
  • To gain understanding on Canadian culture and how they deal with infectious diseases

The QES Project and Advancement of your Career

I hope that the QES project will advance my career by:

  • improving research writing skills
  • Improving analytical skills
  • gaining knowledge on writing proposals for research grants
  • widening my knowledge on climate change and related issues