Shillong, Jun 26: Dr. Yugal Kishore Mohanta, assistant professor in the Department of Applied Biology at USTM, has made substantial contributions to a pivotal international research publication in The Lancet Infectious Diseases.
The medical journal, known for its high-impact research, has published Dr. Mohanta’s work as part of the global burden of disease (GBD) study.
The study, titled “Global Burden of Enteric Infectious Diseases, Diarrhoeal Diseases, and Corresponding Aetiologies, 1990–2023: A Systematic Analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023,” offers the most comprehensive assessment available regarding the global burden of diarrhoeal and enteric infectious diseases over the last 30 years. Through meticulous analysis of disease prevalence, mortality rates, and the primary pathogens responsible for these ailments, the research highlights ongoing public health challenges, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
The study, titled “Global Burden of Enteric Infectious Diseases, Diarrhoeal Diseases, and Corresponding Aetiologies, 1990–2023: A Systematic Analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023,” presents the most comprehensive assessment to date of the global burden of diarrhoeal and enteric infectious diseases over the last three decades. The research analyses disease prevalence, mortality, disability, and the major pathogens responsible for these illnesses across countries and regions worldwide.
The insights from this research are crucial for policymakers and healthcare professionals focused on forming effective health strategies.
Dr. Mohanta emphasised the significance of the GBD initiative by stating, “Being part of such a globally significant study is both an honor and a responsibility.” The findings will enhance understanding of disease patterns, enabling governments and health organizations to better allocate resources for prevention and control.
USTM vice chancellor Prof. G.D. Sharma said this achievement not only highlights Dr. Mohanta’s academic prowess but also positions USTM as a centre for quality research in public health.
