AGBOR EPSE EBOT CONSTANCE AYUK

Physician-scientist with a passion for advancing brain health equity. My clinical neurology experience at the Neurology Service of the Yaounde Central Hospital combined with a strong foundation in cognitive neuroscience research at BRAIN (Brain Research Africa Initiative), fuels my drive to investigate and address disparities in brain health outcomes. I am particularly interested in Cognitive decline and dementia in underserved populations. I am eager to contribute to innovative research and translational efforts that improve access to care and advance equitable brain health for all.

• Sex: Female

• Marital Status: Married

• Date of Birth: 12/11/1992

• Nationality: Cameroonian

• Languages (Listening, Reading and Writing): English/ French

• Title: Medical Doctor/ Researcher

• 2014: Mamfe Central and Eyumujock Health Campaign, 27th July-3rd August
• 2015: Wum and Benakuma Health Campaign, 2nd-9th August
• 2019: Pilot Study on the association between Ov16 seropositivity and neurocognitive performance among children in rural Cameroon; February.
• 2022: Brain health sensitization during brain weeks in Cameroon; October.
• 2023: Brain health sensitization during brain weeks in Cameroon; November
• 2024 - Present: Participating in an ongoing research on Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts in the ADSP (READD-ADSP) at BRAIN (Brain Research Africa Initiative); June
  

• Certificate of attendance for 4th WFN-AFAN e-learning; 17th February 2024

• Certification of participation at BRAIN-SCAN Congress 1.5 in Cameroon

Training; 24 - 28 October 2022

• Attestation of training program in Neurocognitive Battery for children;

February-June 2019.

My hobbies offer a balance of creative expression, intellectual stimulation, and human connection. I love the energy of singing and dancing, whether it's exploring traditional rhythms, local tunes, or Western melodies. Sightseeing, both within Cameroon and internationally, fuels my curiosity about the world and its diverse cultures. I'm passionate about expanding my knowledge by reading research works and articles, staying current with the latest scientific advancements. Also, I find deep satisfaction in connecting with others through counseling.

• BGC Assistant Choir leader, 2013 - 2017

• TACC Bonamaussadi Youth leader, 2015 - 2017

• Group 7 TACC Executive Member, 2016- 2017

Prof. ALFRED K. NJAMNSHI , Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience at

the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences- University of Yaounde I,

Founder and Director of BRAIN (Brain Research Africa Initiative), +237

677619964, alfred.njamnshi@brainafrica.org.

Dr Leonard NGARKA , Neurologist at the Yaounde Central hospital and

Lecturer at the Faculty of medicine and Biomedical sciences University of

Yaounde I, and executive member of BRAIN (Brain Research Africa Initiative)

+237 675005575, lngarka@yahoo.com.

Dr YEMBE W. NJAMNSHI , Medical Doctor, Clinical Neuropsychologist,

research executive at the Division of Operational Research in Health of the

Ministry of Public Health, executive member of BRAIN (Brain Research

Africa Initiative), and Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health;+237 678870504, yembe.njamnshi@ucsf.edu.