About
ABOUT DR EKRAM
Science, Health & Stories That Make a Difference
Dr. Saifuddin Ekram is a clinical researcher, public health advocate and overseas-trained clinical medicine specialist whose work connects medical science with everyday health and well-being.
With a PhD in Medicine from Monash University and more than a decade of experience in chronic disease and ageing research, Dr. Ekram has contributed to research across frailty, cardiovascular disease, dementia and metabolic health.
Belonging nowhere is the first step toward becoming complete anywhere.
Research & Professional Work
Connecting Research With Real-World Health
Clinical Research
His research experience includes chronic disease and ageing, with work spanning frailty, cardiovascular disease, dementia and metabolic health. As a Senior Clinical Research Consultant with the ASPREE trial, he worked with multidisciplinary teams in the assessment of complex clinical events and regulatory processes.
Health Education
Academic & Professional Background
A Career Built Around Evidence & Impact
PhD in Medicine
Dr. Ekram holds a PhD in Medicine from Monash University, supporting his long-standing focus on clinical and healthy-ageing research.
ASPREE & Clinical Research
As Senior Clinical Research Consultant with the ASPREE trial, he led and supported multidisciplinary clinical research work involving complex clinical event adjudication, data analysis and regulatory compliance.
Peer-Reviewed Research & Editorial Work
His scholarly work includes peer-reviewed publications and editorial roles associated with journals including BMC Geriatrics and Frontiers in Medicine.
Working Across Research Communities
He collaborates with research institutions and colleagues across Australia, the USA, Japan and Europe, contributing to a broader conversation about health, ageing and prevention.
Author & Educator
Turning Science Into Stories People Can Use
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Myco Storm: The Silent Spread
What begins as a groundbreaking scientific discovery quickly becomes a global crisis. When twelve-year-old Isabella Ruiz discovers a glowing fungus capable of consuming plastic, the world sees it as a miracle. But when the fungus escapes the laboratory and begins attacking plastic everywhere, scientists must race to stop its silent spread.
Blending real science with suspenseful adventure, Myco Storm: The Silent Spread introduces young readers to plastic-eating fungi, enzymes, ecosystems and responsible innovation through an exciting story of discovery, teamwork and courage.
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Wake Up Stronger: Sleep and Frailty
A practical guide to transforming sleep into a powerful tool for better health, vitality and resilience as you age. Drawing on current research, this book explains how quality sleep supports physical strength, mental clarity, heart health and emotional well-being, while providing practical strategies for improving sleep and building healthier habits.
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Still Becoming: Belonging Nowhere
A lyrical and emotionally immersive novel exploring identity, migration and the search for belonging. Following Salim from Dhaka to Melbourne, the story explores cultural tension, love, loss and the struggle to build a new life while carrying the memories of home.