Oscar Akunor Dei
5 Publications4 Research Themes4 Open Access
Research Overview & Focus
The researcher's work is centered on the multifaceted aspect of human health, encompassing physical activity, mental well-being (via sleep), and weight management. Their focus extends across diverse domains such as social sciences, health sciences, and physical sciences, aiming to explore how these areas collectively influence societal health transitions during the pandemic and obesity outcomes among African-origin populations.
Key Research Themes (4)
Physical Sciences
COVID-19 epidemiological studies
Health Sciences
Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
Health Sciences
Physical Activity and Health
Social Sciences
Sleep and related disorders
Publications (5)
An ecological analysis of sleep health across five African-origin populations spanning the epidemiologic transition
Objectively measured moderate-to-vigorous physical activity does not attenuate prospective weight gain among african-origin adults spanning the epidemiological transition
Open AccessObjectively measured moderate-to-vigorous physical activity does not attenuate prospective weight gain among African-origin adults spanning the epidemiological transition.
Open AccessThe utility of physical activity questionnaires among African origin populations; lost in translation?
Open AccessAdherence to social distancing and wearing of masks within public transportation during the COVID 19 pandemic
Open AccessAcademic Metrics
DepartmentDepartment of Physiology
Total Publications5
Research Themes4
Open Access Papers4
Department of Physiology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology