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Dr Mohamed Tashani

Dr Mohamed Tashani

Conjoint Associate Lecturer

  • PhD in Paediatrics and Adolescent Health
    University of Sydney (2017)
    Thesis: "Optimising Immune Responses to Conjugate Vaccines Among Vulnerable Populations: Infants and Hajj Travellers"

  • Master of International Public Health (Distinction)
    University of New South Wales (2012)

  • Master of Public Health and Health Management (Combined Degree)
    University of New South Wales (2011)

  • Diploma in Child Health / International Postgraduate Paediatric Certificate (DCH/IPPC)
    University of Sydney & Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (2015)

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB BCh) (Distinction)
    University of Tripoli, Libya (2008)

  • Advanced Trainee in Paediatrics & Infectious Diseases
    Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP), ongoing since 2020

Medicine & Health
School of Clinical Medicine

Dr Mohamed Tashani is a Paediatric Registrar and advanced trainee with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP), pursuing dual specialisation in General Paediatrics and Infectious Diseases. He holds a PhD in Paediatrics and Adolescent Health from the University of Sydney, where his research focused on optimising immune responses to conjugate vaccines in vulnerable populations.

Dr Tashani is currently affiliated with Sydney Children’s Hospital and holds academic appointments as a Conjoint Lecturer at the School of Clinical Medicine, UNSW, and previously at the University of Sydney and the University of Newcastle. With a strong background in clinical practice, medical education, and research, he has co-authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and received several accolades, including the prestigious Robert Austrian Research Award in Pneumococcal Vaccinology and the Fresh Science NSW award.

His professional interests include vaccinology, paediatric infectious diseases, public health, and medical education. Dr Tashani is an active contributor to clinical education, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives across the NSW health network.

 
E-mail
m.tashani@unsw.edu.au

  • Robert Austrian Research Award in Pneumococcal Vaccinology (2014)
    Awarded for excellence in pneumococcal vaccine research.

  • Fresh Science NSW Winner (2017)
    Recognised as one of Australia's leading early-career scientists for impactful communication of research.

  • Best Resident Medical Officer (RMO)
    Lismore Base Hospital (May 2019)

  • Journal of Travel Medicine – Top 3 Best Original Papers (2019–2020)
    Co-author of: “Meningococcal and pneumococcal carriage in Hajj pilgrims: findings of a randomized controlled trial.”

  • Vaccine Journal 30-Year Celebration – Top 3 Paper
    Joint first author of a highly ranked paper: “Carrier priming or suppression: Understanding carrier priming enhancement of anti-polysaccharide antibody response to conjugate vaccines.”

  • PhD Merit Scholarship
    Islamic Development Bank (IDB), 2013

  • Higher Education Scholarship
    Libyan Ministry of Education and Research, 2009

My research portfolio spans vaccinology, paediatric infectious diseases, health behaviour in mass gatherings, and public health. I completed my PhD at the University of Sydney, where I investigated immune responses to conjugate vaccines in infants and Hajj travellers, aiming to optimise vaccination strategies for vulnerable populations.

I have contributed to over 40 peer-reviewed publications, including clinical trials, systematic reviews, and qualitative studies. Notable areas of contribution include pneumococcal and meningococcal vaccine responses, vaccine uptake among Hajj pilgrims, and community perceptions toward the HPV vaccine among Arabic-speaking populations in Australia. My research has informed national immunisation policies and is cited by key health organisations, including the World Health Organization (WHO).

Previously, I worked at the National Centre for Immunisation Research & Surveillance (NCIRS) as a Research Officer, leading the evaluation of immunisation programs and co-authoring government reports on Indigenous health. I have also led and participated in clinical research projects within hospital networks, including studies on BioFire diagnostics and septic arthritis criteria in paediatrics.