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Shih Keng Loong

Universiti Malaya

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Bio

Dr. Shih Keng Loong is a tropical infectious diseases researcher with a strong focus on One Health, integrating human, animal, and environmental health to address complex public health challenges. His work spans emerging zoonotic infections, neglected tropical diseases, and antimicrobial resistance, particularly in Southeast Asia. Keng has led and contributed to numerous international collaborations in disease surveillance, diagnostic development, and field epidemiology. He works closely with hospitals, veterinary institutions, NGOs, and communities to strengthen disease control and prevention. He is also a certified biorisk management professional and actively supports national and regional initiatives aimed at advancing One Health research, education, and policy.