Dr. Shariful Islam, an accomplished Associate Professor at Deakin University’s Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition, boasts an impressive academic and professional portfolio focused on Global Health and Digital Health. With a diverse educational background including a Ph.D. in Medical Research, an MPH, and an MBBS, his expertise spans the design and execution of large-scale epidemiological studies, clinical trials, and implementation research. Dr. Islam’s leadership in the Global Burden of Disease Australia project and membership in esteemed organizations like the WHO-ITU Working Group on Artificial Intelligence for Health underscore his commitment to leveraging innovative information technologies for the prevention and management of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Through a plethora of research grants, projects, honors, and awards, he continues to make significant contributions to the field, shaping the landscape of healthcare intervention strategies and digital health innovations globally.