Samson Leta is an Associate Professor of Biostatistics and Spatial Epidemiology at Addis Ababa University. He holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Jimma University, Ethiopia, and a Master of Science (MSc) in Tropical Animal Health from the Institute of Tropical Medicine, Antwerp, Belgium. Currently, he is pursuing his PhD in Bioscience Engineering at KU Leuven, Belgium. His PhD project integrates environmental DNA (eDNA) and mosquito barcoding to enhance vector monitoring and employs CRISPR-Cas-based diagnostic assays for rapid pathogen detection, particularly of Rift Valley Fever Virus (RVFV). Samson's expertise spans the integration of epidemiology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and biostatistics to explore the spatial and temporal dynamics of vector-borne and infectious diseases. His work is marked by the application of innovative spatial modeling and statistical methods to address complex public health challenges in both human and animal populations. With over 55 publications in reputable international journals, Samson’s research portfolio primarily addresses vector ecology, vector-borne disease control, and infectious disease epidemiology. Samson serves as the principal investigator on several research projects and has mentored numerous graduate students.