John A. Larbi is a zoologist and a Professor of Parasitology and Immunology in the Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi. He is a DAAD scholar with a PhD in Biological Sciences specializing in Parasitology and Immunology; obtained through a DAAD Sandwich programme at KNUST/ Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine/University of Hamburg, Germany. He had his MPhil Biological Sciences (Parasitology) as well as bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences at KNUST.

He has several years of experience in teaching and research with a commitment to inclusive, student-centred learning and postgraduate mentorship. His research focuses on infectious parasitic diseases of public health importance particularly Soil Transmitted Helminths, filarial worms and other Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) affecting children and wildlife embracing the One Health approach. His work spans parasite ecology, immune responses, epidemiology, genetic diversity of zoonotic parasites, vector-borne diseases, risk assessments and public health interventions.

Prior to becoming a lecturer, he worked at the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research (KCCR) on filariasis projects and also held the position of Acting Head of Laboratories (2004-2006) at the KCCR; a state-of-the-art research facility in Kumasi. He has collaborated widely with both local and international researchers especially in postgraduate training, authored many impactful scientific articles in reputable journals.

Prof. J. A. Larbi has served on several committees and boards, previously served as Vice Dean and is currently the Dean, Faculty of Biosciences, College of Science, KNUST