Esiiah's Portfolio — Esiah Kapinga

Education

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology

Marwadi University · Rajkot, India · Graduated May 2025

Major in Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, and Health Informatics. (Graduated First Class with Distinction).

Relevant Coursework: Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Bioinformatics & Computational Biology, Public Health, Microbial Genetics, Research Communication.

ZAQA Degree Recognition Certificate

Zambia Qualifications Authority · Lusaka, Zambia · Validated July 2025

Recognized equivalency for Bachelor’s Degree earned abroad.

Featured Projects

1. Syla Analytics - AI Data Platform

Built a full-stack AI-powered data platform with automated chart generation, natural language forecasting (GPT-4 + Prophet), and intelligent file conversion tools. Reduces visualization time by 95%.

Tools: React, FastAPI, GPT-4, Prophet, PostgreSQL, Chart.js

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2. Real-Time Health Facility Analytics System Using DHIS2 for Malaria Monitoring in Zambia

DHIS2-style surveillance dashboard integrating live WHO GHO API data with facility-level monitoring. Features KPI tracking, interactive maps, data quality checks, and automated alerting for malaria outbreak detection.

Tools: JavaScript, Chart.js, Leaflet.js, WHO API, Tailwind CSS

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3. Phylogenetic Analysis of Tinospora spp.

Used MEGA X to perform phylogenetic tree analysis based on DNA sequences collected from GenBank. Showcased genetic relationships and divergence using sequence alignment and comparative genomics.

Tools: MEGAX, NCBI, BLAST, UniProtKB

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4. WHO COVID-19 Global Visual & Data Update (LIVE)

Fetched WHO COVID-19 case data via their API and built an interactive world map showing infection rates and recovery trends using Python libraries like Plotly, Folium and HTTPS (Live-Data).

Tools: Python, Plotly, Folium and HTTPS(Live-Data)

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5. UNICEF Child Mortality Analysis (R)

Analyzed child mortality rates from UNICEF datasets using R. Cleaned and wrangled the data with dplyr and visualized regional trends with ggplot2. Produced actionable insights for public health policy.

Tools: R, dplyr, ggplot2

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My Experience

FSSC 22000 Version 6 — Food Safety System Certification Training

Attended a full-day FSSC 22000 Version 6 training facilitated by Intertek at Bigtree Beverages MFEZ, Lusaka. Training covered ISO 22000:2018, Prerequisite Programmes, HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, and all Version 6 additional requirements including food defence, food fraud mitigation, and environmental monitoring.

Lusaka, Zambia | March 2026 | Bigtree Beverages Limited — QA Department

Africa Must Think Pre-Conference – Mulungushi International Conference Centre

Attended the Africa Must Think 2025 Pre-Conference Masterclass in Lusaka, engaging with leaders in entrepreneurship, innovation, and faith. Captured key lessons on intentionality, resilience, and vision from speakers including Dr. Dumisani Ncube, Pompi, and others.

Lusaka, Zambia | Aug 2025

Laboratory Scientist Intern – Gokul Hospital

Conducted microbiological diagnostics and patient sample testing using hospital-based lab protocols. Gained hands-on experience in specimen handling, culture techniques, and microbial identification.

Rajkot, India | Oct 2024 – Nov 2024

Virtual Intern – Data Visualization & Health Informatics, Excelerate Program (Saint Louis University)

Developed interactive dashboards using Excel and Power BI, enhancing data accessibility for decision-making. Applied research thinking to global health projects while collaborating with international teams.

Remote | Apr 2025 – May 2025

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