Thème :
Understanding and Predicting Vector-Borne Zoonotic Diseases Across One Health Interfaces
Présentation :
My research focuses on parasitology, veterinary entomology, and health ecology, with a particular emphasis on emerging zoonotic diseases within an integrated One Health framework. I am primarily interested in the bioecology of ectoparasites of medical and veterinary importance, including ticks, hematophagous flies, and other arthropod vectors. I investigate their spatiotemporal dynamics, distribution, and the environmental factors influencing their abundance and their role in pathogen transmission.
In this context, I conduct research aimed at detecting and characterizing infectious agents transmitted by these vectors, including bacteria, parasites, and potentially viruses. To achieve this, I employ advanced molecular tools such as PCR, sequencing, and MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry. My objective is to better understand the circulation of zoonotic agents within ecosystems, as well as the complex interactions between hosts, vectors, and their environment.
My research is fully embedded within a One Health approach, integrating human, animal, and environmental dimensions. I am particularly interested in the interactions between domestic animals, wildlife, and human populations, as well as the impact of environmental and climate changes on the emergence and dynamics of vector-borne diseases.
Furthermore, I develop innovative approaches based on spatiotemporal modeling and the use of artificial intelligence to predict the risk of emergence of vector-borne diseases and to strengthen epidemiological surveillance systems. My work is primarily conducted in Algeria, with comparative perspectives at the African scale, contributing to a better understanding of epidemiological dynamics in diverse ecological contexts.
Overall, my research aims to improve the understanding of interactions between vectors, pathogens, and the environment, in order to better anticipate health risks and contribute to the development of effective control strategies within a One Health framework.