Mr. Amos Kipkorir Langat, a Kenyan national born on January 2nd, 1990, holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Mathematics from Kabarak University, a Master of Science in Applied Statistics from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Mathematics (Statistics Option) at the Pan African University Institute for Basic Sciences Technology and Innovation. He has served as a part-time lecturer at Maasai Mara University and Kabarak University, contributing to academia while actively engaging in research.
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Mr. Langat has established a significant presence in the academic world through his research publications and contributions. He has authored numerous papers on various topics such as statistical modeling, epidemiology, and biostatistics. His works have been published in reputable journals and have garnered attention within the academic community.
Citations: Langat’s work has been cited 147 times since 2019, indicating the extent to which other researchers have referred to his publications in their own work.
h-index: With an h-index of 2 since 2019, Langat has published at least 2 papers that have each received at least 2 citations. This metric provides a measure of both the productivity and impact of his research output.
i10-index: The i10-index is a metric that measures the number of publications by an author that have at least 10 citations each. With an i10-index of 2 since 2019, Langat has published at least 2 papers that have each received at least 10 citations.
Education:
Langat’s academic journey began with his secondary education at Litein Boys High School, followed by his undergraduate studies at Kabarak University. He then pursued a Master’s degree at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. Currently, he is undertaking his Ph.D. at the Pan African University Institute for Basic Sciences Technology and Innovation, focusing on Mathematics with a specialization in Statistics.
Research Focus:
Mr. Langat’s research interests span across several domains including statistical modeling in infectious diseases, factor analysis on women giving birth at health facilities, application of calculus in project design and implementation, and modeling HIV risk exposure factors from a Bayesian perspective. His work aims to address crucial issues in public health and contribute to the advancement of statistical methodologies.
Professional Journey:
Langat’s professional journey includes roles as a part-time lecturer at Maasai Mara University and Kabarak University. He has also served as an international journal reviewer, contributing to the peer-review process. His commitment to academia is reflected in his participation in various workshops, conferences, and training sessions, where he continues to expand his knowledge and expertise.
Honors & Awards:
Langat has received prestigious awards and scholarships, including the Pan African University Scholarship for his Ph.D. studies and postgraduate scholarships from the Higher Education Loan Board for his Master’s degree. These accolades recognize his academic excellence and dedication to advancing knowledge in the field of statistics.
Publications Noted & Contributions:
Mr. Langat has made significant contributions to the field of statistics through his research publications. His work covers a wide range of topics including cancer epidemiology, infectious diseases, survival analysis, and modeling population dynamics. His publications have appeared in reputable journals, demonstrating the impact of his research on the scientific community.
“Modeling the Impact of Air Pollution and Meteorological Variables on COVID-19 Transmission in Western Cape, South Africa”
Authors: JK Mutinda, AK Langat
Journal: International Journal of Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences
Year: 2024
“Spatial Regression Modeling of Child Survival on the Distribution of Births and Deaths in Kenya Based on the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) 2022”
Authors: AKALNK Amos Kipkorir Langat, Michael Arthur Ofori, John Kamwele
Journal: Asian Journal of Probability and Statistics
Year: 2024
“Exploring the Role of Dimensionality Reduction in Enhancing Machine Learning Algorithm Performance”
Authors: JK Mutinda, AK Langat
Journal: Asian Journal of Research in Computer Science
Year: 2024
“The burden, elimination efforts and implication for health policy of Gonorrhoea in Africa: an editorial”
Authors: MO Oduoye, AK Langat, H Cakwira, HO Egunsola, G Narayan, C Biamba
Journal: Annals of Medicine and Surgery
Year: 2024
“A Bayesian Nonparametric Modeling Approach to Settlement Patterns of Pastoralists Population in Kenya”
Authors: AK Langat, MA Ofori, MD Baranon, DB Biftu, SM Mwalili
Journal: Asian Journal of Probability and Statistics
Year: 2023
Research Timeline:
Langat’s research journey has evolved over the years, starting with his early publications during his Master’s program and continuing through his current Ph.D. studies. He has expanded his research focus, exploring new areas within statistics and epidemiology, and his contributions have become increasingly recognized within the academic community.
Collaborations and Projects:
Langat has been involved in various collaborative projects and initiatives aimed at addressing public health challenges and advancing statistical methodologies. He has participated in workshops, training sessions, and conferences, fostering collaborations with researchers from different institutions and contributing to interdisciplinary research efforts aimed at tackling complex societal issues.
