Prof Pontiano Kaleebu, Executive Director of the UVRI sharing his closing statements with the attendants of the Eastern Africa Consortium for Clinical Research Annual General Meeting. We have seen great research and made further plans to promote clinical research in the region! UR-CMHS MHB Research Group

In a critical move to safeguard the health and security of millions, our Director General at Africa CDC has officially declared the ongoing #Mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (#PHECS) during a special press briefing today. This declaration

🚨 BREAKING: World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing #mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). A public health emergency of international concern is the 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐄𝐒𝐓 alert level under international health law. Learn more➡️ : who.int/news/item/14-0…

The emergence of a new clade of #mpox, its rapid spread in eastern #DRC, and the reporting of cases in several neighbouring countries are very worrying. On top of outbreaks of other mpox clades in DRC and other countries in Africa, it’s clear that a coordinated international

VIDEO: As the global calls for heightened vigilance against Mpox intensify, UVRI is pushing for increased support, particularly in the provision of test kits, to enhance their research efforts and bolster the nation’s response. Mugenyi Henry #NBSLiveAt9 #NBSUpdates

Have you applied to our #Research Development #Fellowship Programme? What we offer: ✅3️⃣- 9️⃣ month placement at a leading research institution in the UK, Europe or 🌍🌍 ✅Up to £47,000 available 🖊 Apply here: bit.ly/3A6E1lM 🗓 Deadline: 4 October 2024

Exciting news! The African Journal of Bioethics (AJB) is excited to announce that their call for manuscripts is now open! Learn more about this and become part of the Africa Bioethics Network at afredac.net/groups/africa-… #Afredac #AfredacUbuntuPlatform #AfricaBioethicsNetwork

🤔 Have you read the 2024 issue of our #newsletter? Read about: 📷 Our Impact 📷 News and 📷Publications 📷and more! Here is the issue: tinyurl.com/EACCR2024 Pontiano Kaleebu Kenya Medical Research Institute KCRI University of Rwanda UVRI The Global Health Network AIGHD MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit

This #WorldMosquitoDay we are excited to share Prof. Abdoulaye Diabaté’s TED Talk! At the #TED2024 conference in April, Prof. Diabaté of #TargetMalariaBurkinaFaso IRSS.DRO.BOBO shared his personal journey with #Malaria and his unwavering commitment to helping #EndMalaria. Watch the

The Ministry of Health is conducting a survey to understand the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of communities in #Uganda regarding routine immunization services. Your participation is crucial in helping us improve these services. This survey is anonymous and will take

Integrating technology into health research is essential in the fight against antimicrobial resistance. Through the CAMO-Net technology & innovation theme, we are building a data warehouse to support researchers and innovators in antimicrobial optimization ~ ELLON TWINOMUHWEZI

I am recruiting Masters and Ph.D. students to work in my lab at Auburn University! Come join a dynamic research lab working on topics ranging from freshwater snail taxonomy to environmental DNA (eDNA) research. nathanwhelan.com/assests/GRA_Re…

Anyone can get #mpox. Here’s how it spreads 👇🏿 Learn more: africacdc.org/mpox/ #Mpox #PublicHealth #StayInformed

What mosquito species is Target Malaria’s work focused on? Krystal Birungi (Krystal) of #TargetMalariaUganda UVRI explains the names of the three ​species here: youtube.com/watch?v=HFg4Kc… #EndMalaria #WorldMosquitoDay #Malaria #MosquitoCountdown

Our very own director Prof Pontiano Kaleebu is slated to give a key note speech at the 9th annual ECSACOP Scientific conference. The event is taking place at Méstil Hotel & Residences. in Kampala. #physicians Eastern Africa Consortium for Clinical Research MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit

With the spread of Mpox to 13 countries in Africa, Africa CDC has developed an #Mpox surveillance reporting protocol to enhance detection, monitoring, and response across communities, health facilities, and borders. The protocol emphasizes data standardization, genomic

Congrats to Dr. femkembazzi on receiving a Career Development Award from Wellcome! Her project will empower children and youth with disabilities in East Africa, enhancing inclusivity in health research. #InclusiveResearch wellcome.org/grant-funding/…

Incident Commander, Lt. Col. Dr. Henry Kyobe Bosa and Dr. Robert Kalyesubula will join global experts to discuss #Mpox and its effect on Kidneys. Join the Space tomorrow, Wednesday 11 September, 2024 at 5:00pm to know more. #MOHatWork

Engagement with cultural and religious leaders and youth leaders in Fortportal, Kabarole District. The prime minister of Tooro kingdom was with us and the Bishop of Rwenzori Diocese Bishop Reuben Kisembo. (1/2) #EndAIDS2030Ug

📢📢📢 Check out this call for applications on knowledge based goods and services. It's open to individuals/institutions targeting grant awards for research and development and #innovations. Deadline: 18 September 2024 uvri.go.ug/news/sti-op-ca… Pontiano Kaleebu Ministry of Health- Uganda