Dr. Bayasgaslan Gombojav | Lipid Genetics | Best Faculty Award

Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences | Mongolia

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🌟 BAYASGALAN GOMBOJAV, MD, MPH, PHD

Lecturer in Biostatistics
Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Bayasgalan Gombojav began his academic journey with an M.D. from the National Medical University of Mongolia in 1998, where he cultivated a solid foundation in medicine. His pursuit of excellence led him to specialize in public health, earning an M.P.H. (2004) and Ph.D. (2009) from Yonsei University, South Korea, one of Asia’s leading institutions. His doctoral research focused on epidemiology, biostatistics, and health promotion, equipping him with robust expertise in public health and genomics.

To expand his medical expertise, he completed a pediatric residency (2016-2018) and a subspecialty course in Pediatric Pulmonology (2018-2019) at the Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences.

💼 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Gombojav has an extensive career spanning diverse roles in academia, research, and healthcare:

Academic Roles

• Lecturer in Epidemiology and Biostatistics (2019–Present)
  Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences
  • Focuses on epidemiological methodologies, biostatistical modeling, and public health systems.
• Lecturer in Epidemiology (1998–2001)
  National Medical University of Mongolia
  • Contributed to shaping the next generation of Mongolian public health professionals.

Research Experience

Dr. Gombojav has conducted advanced genomic and epidemiological research:

• Postdoctoral Fellow & Researcher (2011–2016)
  Seoul National University, Korea
  • Worked on genomic medicine, complex disease epidemiology, and environment-health interactions.
• Researcher (2010–2011)
  Institute for Health Promotion, Yonsei University
  • Investigated preventive strategies in public health under Dr. Heechoul Ohrr.
• Researcher (2009–2010)
  Hiroshima University, Japan
  • Focused on infectious disease control and epidemiological modeling under Prof. Junko Tanaka.

Clinical Experience

• Pediatrician (2019)
  Mongolian-Japan Teaching Hospital
  • Specialized in pediatric pulmonology and comprehensive child health care.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON LIPID GENETICS

Dr. Gombojav has significantly contributed to the fields of public health, epidemiology, and pediatric care:

• Genomic Epidemiology: His postdoctoral work at Seoul National University advanced the understanding of the genetic basis of complex diseases and their interaction with environmental factors.
• Infectious Disease Control: His research at Hiroshima University addressed critical public health challenges in managing infectious diseases.
• Pediatric Pulmonology: His clinical contributions improved care protocols for respiratory diseases in children.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Gombojav’s work bridges the gap between molecular medicine, epidemiology, and public health:

• Educational Influence: He has mentored numerous students, fostering a new generation of public health experts in Mongolia.
• Global Collaboration: His international experience in Korea, Japan, and Mongolia underscores his role as a connector of global and local health initiatives.

📚 ACADEMIC CITATIONS

Dr. Gombojav has authored several peer-reviewed articles in the fields of genomics, epidemiology, and public health. His research has been cited extensively, reflecting the scientific community's recognition of his contributions.

🏅 AWARDS

• Travel Award (2011): International Congress of Human Genetics, American Society of Human Genetics, Montreal, Canada.

🌟 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Gombojav's legacy lies in his interdisciplinary approach to addressing public health challenges through genomic research and pediatric care. Looking forward:

• He aims to further integrate genomics into public health practices in Mongolia.
• He is committed to expanding public health education and fostering global partnerships to advance health outcomes.

🌟 HIGHLIGHTS

• A distinguished academic and researcher in public health and biostatistics.
• Prolific educator shaping the future of Mongolian healthcare.
• Internationally recognized for contributions to genomic epidemiology and pediatric pulmonology.

📑 NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 

"Genetic Basis of Hearing Loss in Mongolian Patients: A Next-Generation Sequencing Study" 

• Authors: Gombojav, B. , Erdenechuluun, J. , Makhbal, Z. , Tsai, C.-Y. , Wu, C.-C
• Journal: Genes
• Year: 2024

"The CODATwins Project: The Current Status and Recent Findings of COllaborative Project of Development of Anthropometrical Measures in Twins" 

• Authors: Silventoinen, K. , Jelenkovic, A. , Yokoyama, Y. , Boomsma, D.I. , Kaprio, J.
• Journal: Twin Research and Human Genetics
• Year: 2019

"Birth size and gestational age in opposite-sex twins as compared to same-sex twins: An individual-based pooled analysis of 21 cohorts" 

• Authors: Jelenkovic, A. , Sund, R. , Yokoyama, Y. , Kaprio, J. , Silventoinen, K.
• Journal: Scientific Reports
• Year: 2018

"Genetic and environmental factors affecting birth size variation: A pooled individual-based analysis of secular trends and global geographical differences using 26 twin cohorts" 

• Authors: Yokoyama, Y. , Jelenkovic, A. , Hur, Y.-M. , Kaprio, J. , Silventoinen, K.
• Journal: International Journal of Epidemiology
• Year: 2018

"Associations between birth size and later height from infancy through adulthood: An individual based pooled analysis of 28 twin cohorts participating in the CODATwins project" 

• Authors: Jelenkovic, A. , Yokoyama, Y. , Sund, R. , Kaprio, J. , Silventoinen, K.
• Journal: Early Human Development
• Year: 2018