Professor Dr. Roy Rillera Marzo is a biologist and medical doctor with extensive expertise in public health research and leadership. He is the Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Health Sciences and the Director of the Community Research and Sustainability Centre at Curtin University, Malaysia. An internationally recognized, award-winning researcher, he has authored over 200 peer-reviewed articles published in high-impact journals, focusing on epidemiology, health promotion, aging, quality of life, social and behavioral health, and healthcare management.
Beyond academia, Professor Dr. Roy serves as Vice-President of the International Association on Public Health, where he plays a pivotal role in empowering public health professionals globally. He is also the CEO and Founder of the World Catalysts Research Network (WCRN), a leading global hub for innovation in data, social, and health sciences. Additionally, he is a board member of Fight Cancer Global (USA) and serves as the International Coordinator for Education Against Tobacco in Southeast Asia, further emphasizing his dedication to impactful global health initiatives.