Palesa Sekhejane
Human Sciences Research Council, South Africa
Biography
Palesa Sekhejane has a PhD in biomedical technology specialised in bio photonics/Nano biosciences. Her studies were majorly on application of laser (Bio photonics) to cancer and diabetic biological models and assessing the biochemical responses. She is currently employed as a research specialist at Africa Institute of South Africa (AISA) within the Human Science Research Council (HSRC). The current research work and interest is focused on public health, biomedical sciences, technology and innovation; global health and health system policies in Africa. Countries researched include Ivory Coast, Madagascar, Guinea Conakry, Angola amongst others.