Mr. Zython Paul Lachica's Oxford Gaduation

Mr. Zython Paul Lachica has recently reached a significant milestone in his academic journey, celebrating the completion of his Master of Science in Modelling for Global Health with Distinction (Summa cum Laude) from the prestigious University of Oxford, United Kingdom. This accomplishment stands as a testament to his dedication and scholarly excellence.

During his time at Oxford, Mr. Lachica's dissertation focused on a critical area of global health research, exploring a multi-model approach to understanding disease burden, the effectiveness of control interventions, and the epidemiological dynamics of COVID-19 specifically in Mindanao, Philippines. Dr. May Anne Estrera Mata, our esteemed center director, served as Mr. Lachica's Research Placement Co-adviser, providing invaluable guidance and support throughout his research journey from March 2020 to June 2022.

As the center's Project Officer, Mr. Lachica's outstanding achievement not only showcases his academic prowess but also underscores his unwavering commitment to advancing the center's goals, mission, and vision. His dedication to scholarly inquiry and his contributions to global health research serve as an inspiration to his peers and colleagues.


Mr. Lachica's success is a source of pride for our center, reflecting our commitment to excellence in research and our mission to make meaningful contributions to the field of global health. We congratulate him on this remarkable achievement and look forward to witnessing his continued success and contributions to the advancement of our center initiatives.