DrShukry Zawahir

(Shukry)

Research Fellow

Faculty of Medicine and Health

BIO

Dr. Shukry Zawahir is a research fellow with a distinguished background in pharmacy practice and public health, with a particular focus on infectious disease prevention and control. A central aspect of Dr. Shukry's work involves addressing the global threat of antimicrobial resistance in resource-constrained community settings. He plays a crucial role in conducting Phase II and III clinical trials aimed at developing innovative treatment regimens for tuberculosis infection and prevention.

With over 20 years of experience as a researcher and educator in public health and pharmacy practice, Dr. Shukry also supervises PhD and Honours research candidates. His research is extensive, encompassing active collaborations and projects in Australia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Before his current position, Dr. Shukry held senior academic roles at prestigious tertiary institutions in Sri Lanka and Malaysia, where he made significant contributions to both education and research.

SCHOOL

  • FMH Centres and Institutes

FIELDS OF RESEARCH (2020)