Stanley Onyango (PhD) is a dedicated researcher exploring the biological factors that influence aging, brain resiliency, and frailty in adults from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. His work at the BMI integrates molecular bioinformatics, biomarker discovery, and advanced data analysis to address these complex challenges.
Before joining BMI, Stanley served as a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Pathology and the Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health (CoEWCH) at Aga Khan University where he investigated the relationship between vaginal microbial communities and preterm birth as part of the PRECISE project. He also developed bioinformatics tools and established genomic surveillance capabilities using cutting-edge sequencing technologies. His contributions attracted both intra- and extramural research funding, showcasing his expertise and impact in molecular biology and computational research.
Stanley has a Ph.D. in Bioscience Engineering (Biotechnology) from the Centre for Microbial Ecology and Technology (CMET) at Ghent University, Belgium. His doctoral research focused on developing functional foods such as prebiotics, probiotics, and synbiotics, with a significant emphasis on gut health and human well-being. He also holds an MSc in Applied Food Safety from Wageningen University, The Netherlands, where he specialized in molecular toxicology, microbiology, and risk assessment. During his time at Wageningen University and an internship at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, he expanded his research to include epigenetics, successfully quantifying site-specific gene methylation.
Additionally, Stanley earned an MSc in Applied Human Nutrition from the University of Nairobi, where he honed his skills in nutritional epidemiology, biostatistics, and community nutrition diagnosis. His diverse educational and professional experiences have equipped him with a unique perspective to tackle challenges in molecular life sciences.
Stanley is driven by a relentless pursuit to uncover cause-effect relationships in molecular research, contributing to meaningful advancements in science and human health.
