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Hire Maksims Z.

Latvia

Biostatistician and Researcher | Expert in Data Analysis and evidence-based insights for biology and public health

Profile Summary

I am a highly skilled biostatistician and researcher with a Ph.D. in Biology from Daugavpils University, Latvia, and over a decade of experience in biological and clinical data analysis, research design, and evidence-based decision-making. Currently, I hold multiple roles, including Biostatistician at Riga Stradins University, Chief Specialist at the Department of Wellness of Riga City Council, and Researcher at Daugavpils University’s Institute of Life Sciences and Technology. My expertise lies in applying advanced statistical methods to uncover patterns and insights in complex datasets, supporting medical, public health, and biological research initiatives. As a biostatistician, I specialize in pre-data analysis (cleaning, structuring, and transforming data), hypothesis testing, and advanced modeling techniques, including linear, logistic, Poisson, negative binomial regressions, GLMM, and structural equation modeling. I am proficient in statistical software such as Power BI, JASP, SPSS, Jamovi, and R.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Biostatistics
• ☆ Statistics
• ☆ Health Data Analysis
• ☆ Clinical Trials
• ☆ Clinical Trials Data Analysis

Services

• Writing
• Data & AI

Writing Technical Writing

Data & AI Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Big Data Analytics

Work Experience

Biostatistician

Riga Stradiņš University

2023 - Present

Data analyst

Riga city council

2018 - Present

Research associate

Daugavpils University

2014 - Present

Lecturer

Riga Stradiņš University

2021 - 2023

Laboratory research assistant

Daugavpils University

2013 - 2014

Education

PhD of biology (Dapartment of Biosystematic)

Daugavpils University

2013 - 2018

Certifications

• Expert status of the Latvian Science Council in the field: biology, veterinary and medicine

  Latvian Science Council

  February 2021 - Present

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Maksims Zolovs, Viola Daniela Kiselova, Kristine Ozolina, Evija Nagle, Ieva Reine (2025). The Role of Statistical Power: A Study of Relationship Between Emotional and Conduct Problems, Sociodemographic Factors, and Smoking Behaviours in Large and Small Samples of Latvian Adolescents . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Evija Silina, Iveta Dzivite-Krisane, Inta Zile, Maris Taube (2025). Comprehensive Insights into Anxiety, Depression, and Glycemic Control in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes and Their Parents: A First Look in Latvia and Implications for Multidisciplinary Care . Endocrines.

Maksims Zolovs, Evija Silina, Iveta Dzivite Krisane, Inta Zile, Maris Taube (2025). Comprehensive Insights into Anxiety, Depression, and Glycemic Control in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes and Their Parents: A First Look in Latvia and Implications for Multidisciplinary Care . Endocrines.

Maksims Zolovs, Viola Daniela Kiseļova, Kristīne Ozoliņa, Evija Nagle, Ieva Reine (2025). The Role of Statistical Power: A Study of Relationship Between Emotional and Conduct Problems, Sociodemographic Factors, and Smoking Behaviours in Large and Small Samples of Latvian Adolescents . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Aleksandra Karkle, Laura Neimane, Matiss Dambergs, Dita Meistere, Anete Vaskevica, Anda Slaidina (2025). Impact of Advanced Platelet-Rich Fibrin on Early Bone Healing After Endodontic Microsurgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial . Diagnostics.

Maksims Zolovs, Lāsma Lapiņa, Adīne Kaņepa, Thomas Buttgereit, Nataļja Kurjāne (2025). Adaptation and Linguistic Validation of Angioedema PROMs in Latvian for Assessing Recurrent Angioedema . Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Maksims Zolovs, Zanda Bokvalde, Liene Zamure-Damberga, Laura Neimane (2025). Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Third Molar Maturity Index (I3m) and Mandibular Condyle Cortication for Determining the Legal Age (18) of Latvian Individuals . Diagnostics.

Maksims Zolovs, Agrita Borovika, Martins Moors (2025). Enhancing Quality of Life: Key Factors from Long-Term Social Care Residents’ Perspectives . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Agrita Borovika, Mārtiņš Moors (2025). Enhancing Quality of Life: Key Factors from Long-Term Social Care Residents’ Perspectives . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Zanda Bokvalde, Liene Zamure-Damberga, Laura Neimane (2025). Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Third Molar Maturity Index (I_3m) and Mandibular Condyle Cortication for Determining the Legal Age (18) of Latvian Individuals . Diagnostics.

Maksims Zolovs, Lasma Lapina, Adīne Kaņepa, Thomas Buttgereit, Nataļja Kurjāne (2025). Adaptation and Linguistic Validation of Angioedema PROMs in Latvian for Assessing Recurrent Angioedema . Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Maksims Zolovs, Aleksandra Karkle, Laura Neimane, Matiss Dambergs, Dita Meistere, Anete Vaškevica, Anda Slaidina (2025). Impact of Advanced Platelet-Rich Fibrin on Early Bone Healing After Endodontic Microsurgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial . Diagnostics.

Maksims Zolovs, Svetlana Aleksejeva, Laila Meija, Inga Ciprovica (2025). Plasma Lipid Profile Among Perimenopausal Latvian Women in Relation to Dietary Habits . Nutrients.

Maksims Zolovs, Svetlana Aleksejeva, Laila Meija, Inga Ciprovica (2025). Plasma Lipid Profile Among Perimenopausal Latvian Women in Relation to Dietary Habits . Nutrients.

Maksims Zolovs, Kaspars Setlers, Klaudija Aispure, Ligita Zvaigzne, Olegs Sabelnikovs, Peteris Stradins, Eva Strike (2024). A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Efficacy of 20% Human Albumin in Reducing Pleural Effusion After Cardiopulmonary Bypass . Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Maksims Zolovs, Kaspars Šetlers, Klaudija Aispure, Ligita Zvaigzne, Olegs Sabelnikovs, Peteris Stradins, Eva Strike (2024). A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Efficacy of 20% Human Albumin in Reducing Pleural Effusion After Cardiopulmonary Bypass . Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Maksims Zolovs, Jelena Raudeniece, Ilze Justamente, Liga Ozolina-Moll, Artjoms Sobolevs, Flemming Dela, Dace Reihmane (2024). Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Body Mass Index as Predictors of Metabolic Syndrome in Schoolchildren (PACH Study) . Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity.

Maksims Zolovs, Olga Minibajeva, Guntis Karelis, Viktorija Ķēniņa (2024). Human Leukocyte Antigen Polymorphism and Blood Biomarker Profiles in Parkinson’s Disease: A Pilot Study in a Latvian Cohort . Biomedicines.

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Davidoviča, Sergejs Davidovics, Guna Semjonova, Alexei Katashev, Alexander Okss, Linda Lancere, Signe Tomsone (2024). Correlation of biomechanical variables of lower extremity movement during functional tests and tasks in youth league football players: a cross-sectional correlation study (Preprint) . JMIR Formative Research.

Maksims Zolovs, Sabine Eglite, Sintija Jonova, Dace Gorbačevska, Aija Ilgaza (2024). Effects of Lactobacillus farciminis and Lactobacillus rhamnosus on the duodenal development of specific-pathogen-free broiler chickens . Veterinary World.

Maksims Zolovs, Olga Minibajeva, Guntis Karelis, Viktorija Ķēniņa (2024). Human Leukocyte Antigen Polymorphism and Blood Biomarker Profiles in Parkinson’s Disease: A Pilot Study in a Latvian Cohort . Biomedicines.

Maksims Zolovs, Irēna Teterina, Veronika Mirzajanova, Viktorija Mokricka, Dins Šmits, Juris Pokrotnieks (2024). National 30-Day Readmission Trends in IBD 2014–2020—Are We Aiming for Improvement? . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Irena Teterina, Veronika Mirzajanova, Viktorija Mokricka, Dins Smits, Juris Pokrotnieks (2024). National 30-Day Readmission Trends in IBD 2014–2020—Are We Aiming for Improvement? . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Gavrilova, Dins Šmits, Anastasija Ņikitina, Gustavs Latkovskis, Inga Urtāne (2024). Role of a National Health Service Electronic Prescriptions Database in the Detection of Prescribing and Dispensing Issues and Adherence Evaluation of Direct Oral Anticoagulants . Healthcare.

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Gavrilova, Dins Šmits, Anastasija Ņikitina, Gustavs Latkovskis, Inga Urtane (2024). Role of a National Health Service Electronic Prescriptions Database in the Detection of Prescribing and Dispensing Issues and Adherence Evaluation of Direct Oral Anticoagulants . Healthcare.

Maksims Zolovs, Liene Zamure-Damberga, Oskars Radzins, Girts Salms, Zanda Bokvalde, Laura Neimane (2024). Long-Term Volumetric Stability of Maxillary Sinus Floor Augmentation Using a Xenograft Bone Substitute and Its Combination with Autologous Bone: A 6+ Year Retrospective Follow-Up Study Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography . Dentistry Journal.

Maksims Zolovs, Aleksandra Karkle, Anda Slaidina, Anete Vaskevica, Dita Meistere, Zanda Bokvalde, Laura Neimane (2024). Comparative Analysis of Examination Methods for Periapical Lesion Diagnostics: Assessing Cone-Beam Computer Tomography, Ultrasound, and Periapical Radiography . Diagnostics.

Maksims Zolovs, Aleksandra Karkle, Anda Slaidina, Anete Vaskevica, Dita Meistere, Zanda Bokvalde, Laura Neimane (2024). Comparative Analysis of Examination Methods for Periapical Lesion Diagnostics: Assessing Cone-Beam Computer Tomography, Ultrasound, and Periapical Radiography . Diagnostics.

Maksims Zolovs, Liene Zamure-Damberga, Oskars Radzins, Girts Salms, Zanda Bokvalde, Laura Neimane (2024). Long-Term Volumetric Stability of Maxillary Sinus Floor Augmentation Using a Xenograft Bone Substitute and Its Combination with Autologous Bone: A 6+ Year Retrospective Follow-Up Study Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography . Dentistry Journal.

Maksims Zolovs, Agnija Kivrane, Viktorija Ulanova, Solveiga Grinberga, Eduards Sevostjanovs, Anda Viksna, Iveta Ozere, Ineta Bogdanova, Renate Ranka (2024). Exploring Variability in Rifampicin Plasma Exposure and Development of Anti-Tuberculosis Drug-Induced Liver Injury among Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis from the Pharmacogenetic Perspective . Pharmaceutics.

Maksims Zolovs, Agnija Kivrane, Viktorija Ulanova, Solveiga Grinberga, Eduards Sevostjanovs, Anda Viksna, Iveta Ozere, Ineta Bogdanova, Renate Ranka (2024). Exploring Variability in Rifampicin Plasma Exposure and Development of Anti-Tuberculosis Drug-Induced Liver Injury among Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis from the Pharmacogenetic Perspective . Pharmaceutics.

Maksims Zolovs, Laura Valaine, Māra Grēve, Gunta Ancāne, Artūrs Utināns, Ģirts Briģis (2024). Self-Esteem and Occupational Factors as Predictors of the Incidence of Anxiety and Depression among Healthcare Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Latvia . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Laura Valaine, Māra Grēve, Gunta Ancāne, Artūrs Utināns, Girts Brigis (2024). Self-Esteem and Occupational Factors as Predictors of the Incidence of Anxiety and Depression among Healthcare Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Latvia . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Inga Piginka-Vjaceslavova, Aleksandr Semjonov, Giovanni Buonaiuto (2024). From Nature to Application: Exploring Nature’s Elegance for Human Innovation . International Journal of Zoology.

Maksims Zolovs, Alise Balcere, Māris Sperga, Ingrīda Čēma, Gunārs Lauskis, Māra Rone Kupfere, Angelika Krūmiņa (2023). Expression of p53, p63, p16, Ki67, Cyclin D, Bcl-2, and CD31 Markers in Actinic Keratosis, In Situ Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Normal Sun-Exposed Skin of Elderly Patients . Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Maksims Zolovs, Alise Balcere, Māris Sperga, Ingrida Cema, Gunārs Lauskis, Māra Rone Kupfere, Angelika Krūmiņa (2023). Expression of p53, p63, p16, Ki67, Cyclin D, Bcl-2, and CD31 Markers in Actinic Keratosis, In Situ Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Normal Sun-Exposed Skin of Elderly Patients . Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Maksims Zolovs, Evija Silina, Maris Taube (2023). Exploring the Mediating Role of Parental Anxiety in the Link between Children’s Mental Health and Glycemic Control in Type 1 Diabetes . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Evija Silina, Maris Taube (2023). Exploring the Mediating Role of Parental Anxiety in the Link between Children’s Mental Health and Glycemic Control in Type 1 Diabetes . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Ksenija Šerstņova, Edgars Edelmers, Māra Pilmane (2023). Comparison of Bone Quality in Middle Ages and Late Modern Period Human Skeletons from Latvia . Heritage.

Maksims Zolovs, Ksenija Šerstņova, Edgars Edelmers, Mara Pilmane (2023). Comparison of Bone Quality in Middle Ages and Late Modern Period Human Skeletons from Latvia . Heritage.

Maksims Zolovs, Sintija Strautmane, Arturs Balodis, Agnete Teivāne, Dagnija Grabovska, Edgars Naudins, Dāniels Urbanovičs, Edgars Fisermans, Janis Mednieks, Alina Flintere-Flinte, et al. (2023). Functional Disability and Brain MRI Volumetry Results among Multiple Sclerosis Patients during 5-Year Follow-Up . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Kornete, Ludmila Volozonoka, Adele Rota, Inga Kempa, Linda Gailite, Dace Rezeberga, Anna Miskova (2023). Management of Pregnancy with Cervical Shortening: Real-Life Clinical Challenges . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Andrejs Šķesters, Anna Lece, Dmitrijs Kustovs (2023). Selenium Status and Oxidative Stress in SARS-CoV-2 Patients . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Kornete, Ludmila Volozonoka, Adele Rota, Inga Kempa, Gailite, Dace Rezeberga, Anna Miskova (2023). Management of Pregnancy with Cervical Shortening: Real-Life Clinical Challenges . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Andrejs Skesters, Anna Lece, Dmitrijs Kustovs (2023). Selenium Status and Oxidative Stress in SARS-CoV-2 Patients . Medicina.

Maksims Zolovs, Sabine Eglite, Aija Ilgaza, Lauma Mancevica, Mohammed El-Magd (2023). The Effects of Lactobacillus farciminis and Lactobacillus rhamnosus on Growth, Blood Biochemical, and Meat Quality Indicators of Specific Pathogen‐Free Broiler Chickens . Veterinary Medicine International.

Maksims Zolovs, Unigunde Antone, Inga Ciprovica, Rita Scerbaka, Janis Liepins (2022). Propionic Acid Fermentation—Study of Substrates, Strains, and Antimicrobial Properties . Fermentation.

Physical Activity Habits of Latvian Nursing Students: A Cross-Sectional Study <head> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Refresh" CONTENT="0;URL=/servlet/useragent"> </head> . Nursing Reports.

Maksims Zolovs, Una Veseta, Rudite Lagzdina, Maija Rumaka, Lāsma Reide, Voldemārs Arnis, Māra Kampara, Indra Vīnberga, Irēna Upeniece (2022). Physical Activity Habits of Latvian Nursing Students: A Cross-Sectional Study . Nursing Reports.

Tissue-Welding Device: Considerable Advantages for Spleen Surgery Based on Histological and Cardiorespiratory Investigation <head> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Refresh" CONTENT="0;URL=/servlet/useragent"> </head> . Veterinary Medicine International.

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Gavrilova, Gustavs Latkovskis, Inga Urtāne (2022). The Impact of International Nonproprietary Names Integration on Prescribing Reimbursement Medicines for Arterial Hypertension and Analysis of Medication Errors in Latvia . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Gavrilova, Gustavs Latkovskis, Inga Urtane (2022). The Impact of International Nonproprietary Names Integration on Prescribing Reimbursement Medicines for Arterial Hypertension and Analysis of Medication Errors in Latvia . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Maksims Zolovs, Alīna Zolova, Dace Keidāne (2022). Prevalence of susceptibility to Cryptosporidium spp. among dairy calves with different feeding regimens with an emphasis on the feeding of transition milk . Veterinary World.

S. Jonova, A. Ilgaza, A. Ilgazs, M. Zolovs, L. Gatina(2022). The amount of ghrelin-immunoreactive cells in the abomasum and intestines of 13-14-week-old calves supplemented with Jerusalem artichoke flour alone or in combination with Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast . Veterinary World. p. 1080--1086. Veterinary World

Maksims Zolovs, Alīna Zolova, Dace Keidāne, Sumanta Nandi (2022). Parity of Calving Influences the Likelihood of Calves Having Cryptosporidium spp . Veterinary Medicine International.

S. Jonova, A. Ilgaza, M. Zolovs, Arnab Sen (2021). The Impact of Inulin and a Novel Synbiotic (Yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae Strain 1026 and Inulin) on the Development and Functional State of the Gastrointestinal Canal of Calves . Veterinary Medicine International.

(2020). The potential antifeedant activity of lichen-forming fungal extracts against the invasive Spanish slug (Arion vulgaris) . Canadian Journal of Zoology.

(2020). Effect of immunoglobulin G concentration in dairy cow colostrum and calf blood serum on Cryptosporidium spp. invasion in calves . January-2020.

Zolovs, M., Jakubāne, I., Kirilova, J., Kivleniece, I., Moisejevs, R., Koļesnikova, J., Pilāte, D., Zolovs, M., Jakubāne, I., Kirilova, J., et al.(2020). The potential antifeedant activity of lichen-forming fungal extracts against the invasive spanish slug (Arion vulgaris) . Canadian Journal of Zoology. 98. (3). p. 195-201.

S. Jonova, A. Ilgaza, M. Zolovs, A. Balins (2020). June-2020 . Veterinary World.

Derbakova, A., Zolovs, M., Keidane, D., Šteingolde, Ž., Derbakova, A., Zolovs, M., Keidane, D., Šteingolde, Ž., Derbakova, A., Zolovs, M., et al.(2020). Effect of immunoglobulin G concentration in dairy cow colostrum and calf blood serum on Cryptosporidium spp. Invasion in calves . Veterinary World. 13. (1). p. 165-169.

(2018). Impact of the flour of Jerusalem artichoke on the production of methane and carbon dioxide and growth performance in calves . Veterinary World.

Zolovs, M., Priekule, M., Gasperovich, O., Kolesnikova, J., Osipovs, S., Spungis, V., Zolovs, M., Priekule, M., Gasperovich, O., Kolesnikova, J., et al.(2018). The spatial distribution of perch (perca fluviatilis) ectoparasites and the effect of chemical water quality parameters on ectoparasite spatial niche size . Proceedings of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, Section B: Natural, Exact, and Applied Sciences. 72. (4). p. 236-243.

Jonova, S., Ilgaza, A., Grinfelde, I., Zolovs, M., Jonova, S., Ilgaza, A., Grinfelde, I., Zolovs, M., Jonova, S., Ilgaza, A., et al.(2018). Impact of the flour of Jerusalem artichoke on the production of methane and carbon dioxide and growth performance in calves . Veterinary World. 11. (11). p. 1532-1538.

Zolovs, M., Kanto, J., Jakub?ne, I., Zolovs, M., Kanto, J., Jakub?ne, I., Zolovs, M., Kanto, J., Jakub?ne, I.(2018). The distribution of digenean metacercariae within bream (Abramis brama) gill apparatus: Preferences, co-occurrence and interactions of parasites . Journal of Helminthology. 92. (3). p. 332-342.

Zolovs, M., Deksne, G., Dauk?te, J., Aizups, J., Kirju?ina, M., Zolovs, M., Deksne, G., Dauk?te, J., Aizups, J., Kirju?ina, M., et al.(2016). Morphometric Analysis of the Hard Parts of Pseudodactylogyrus anguillae and Pseudodactylogyrus bini (Monogenea: Dactylogyridae) on the Gill Apparatus of the European Eels (Anguilla anguilla) from the Freshwaters of Latvia . Journal of Parasitology. 102. (3). p. 388-394.

PREPRINT

Maksims Zolovs, Agrita Borovika, Martins Moors (2024). Enhancing Quality of Life: Key Factors from Long-Term Social Care Residents’ Perspectives .

Maksims Zolovs, Anna Davidoviča, Sergejs Davidovics, Guna Semjonova, Alexei Katashev, Alexander Okss, Linda Lancere, Signe Tomsone (2024). Correlation of biomechanical variables of lower extremity movement during functional tests and functional tasks in a population of youth league football players: a cross-sectional correlation study (Preprint) .

CONFERENCE PAPER

Maksims Zolovs, Sabine Eglite, Aija Ilgaza (2022). The probiotic mixture X feeding effect on the growth and development of broiler chicken digestive tract .

Maksims Zolovs, Sintija Jonova, Aija Ilgaza, Inga Grinfelde(2018). Impact of inulin on production of methane, carbon dioxide and gastrointestinal canal functionality in calves . Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies

Jonova, S., Ilgaza, A., Grinfelde, I., Zolovs, M., Jonova, S., Ilgaza, A., Grinfelde, I., Zolovs, M., Jonova, S., Ilgaza, A., et al.(2018). Impact of inulin on production of methane, carbon dioxide and gastrointestinal canal functionality in calves . Research for Rural Development. 1. p. 264-270.

Kirju?ina, M., Bankovska, L., Zolovs, M., Jahundovi?a, I., Stepanjana, L., Kirju?ina, M., Bankovska, L., Zolovs, M., Jahundovi?a, I., Stepanjana, L., et al.(2015). Effects of climate change and movement of animals/pets on the distribution pattern of invasive species such as dirofilaria repens in Latvia . International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference Surveying Geology and Mining Ecology Management, SGEM. 2. (5). p. 189-195.

WORKING PAPER

Enhancing Quality of Life: Key Factors from Long-Term Social Care Residents’ Perspectives .