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Young Investigators Research Symposium Showcases Cutting-Edge Studies

The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) hosted the Young Investigators Research Symposium on July 10, 2024. The symposium brought together budding researchers and seasoned scientists to present their insightful studies. Emphasising the importance of fostering a new generation of researchers, it featured a range of compelling studies across various fields. IDRC Executive Director Professor Moses...

IDRC July Newsletter 2024 Discover the latest buzz from IDRC in our July newsletter! 🌟 Dive into a recap of our exciting activities this year, including highlights from the annual ICEMR networking meeting and the grand launch of the Uganda Learning Hub. 🚀 Browse through captivating photo memories from events like our annual football tournament,...

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The highly anticipated HLB Simple Annual Meeting is underway in the vibrant city of Gaborone, Botswana. This year, the gathering brings together leading minds and organisations dedicated to tackling global health challenges, with a spotlight on innovative solutions and impactful research. We are thrilled to announce the active participation of the PULESA UGANDA team at...

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Launch of Uganda Learning Hub to Enhance Immunization Equity Strategies and Reach Zero-Dose Children The Uganda Learning Hub for immunization equity is set to be launched on Wednesday 27th of March 2024 at Protea Hotel, Kampala. Partnering with key organizations, the Learning Hub aims to optimize strategies to reach zero-dose, under-immunized children, and missed communities...

IDRC Researchers Unveil Crucial Findings at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Annual Meeting

The recently concluded American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Annual Meeting witnessed researchers, government representatives, non-government organisations, and academic institutions gather to discuss ground-breaking developments in tropical medicine, infectious diseases, and global health. One of the notable contributors to the conference was the Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) team. Through their presentations, Dr. Martha...

Integrated HIV/HTN Project: Transforming Patient Care and Empowering Healthcare Providers

The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC), in collaboration with the Uganda Ministry of Health (MOH), Uganda Heart Institute (UHI), London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and Makerere University, have achieved remarkable success through the Integrated HIV/HTN project. Funded by EDCTP, this project aimed to transform patient care by integrating hypertension care in to...

NoviGuide Empowers Midwives at Tororo General Hospital to Save Tiny Lives

At the Neonatal Unit at Tororo General Hospital in Uganda, a revolution in healthcare is underway. Thanks to the implementation of NoviGuide, a ground-breaking digital tablet-based clinical decision support tool developed by the Global Strategies for frontline healthcare professionals and implemented by the Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC), midwives are now equipped with the knowledge...

Introducing an insightful podcast episode from The Lancet HIV! Join Peter Hayward as he engages with two expert guests, our very own Elijah Kakande from the SEARCH-IPT initiative  and Gabriel Chamie from the University of California at San Francisco, USA. In this riveting conversation, these renowned professionals delve in to a ground breaking intervention aimed...

Sapphire Stakeholder Meeting

SAPPHIRE STAKEHOLDER MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 26, 2023, GOLDEN TULIP HOTEL          TIME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE PERSON 0830-0900 Arrival and Registration Ms Peggy Kakitojo 0905-0915 Communication from the Chair Dr Alex Opio 0915-0930 Remarks from the PIs Overview SEARCH Phase A recap. Professor Moses Kamya, Professor Diane Havlir and Professor Maya Petersen 0930-0950 SAPPHIRE Phase A CAB-LA...

The 5th IDRC Malaria Research to Policy Dissemination meeting

Our Malaria Research to Policy DisseminationMeeting was attended by IDRC collaborators from Uganda’s Ministry of Health, Makerere University, the University of California SanFrancisco, the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, the University of Washington, USAID, and others.

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