🇺🇬 At the forefront of global efforts to address antimicrobial resistance, capacity building is crucial. Through the CAMO-Net Uganda hub at Infectious Diseases Institute, Makerere University, we are empowering researchers worldwide to innovate solutions to optimise antimicrobial use @makere Wellcome #AMR

During an intellectual property panel at the 5th Health Innovation Conference, Shirley Gladys Nakyejwe, Senior ICT Officer at Ministry of ICT&NG, emphasized the pivotal role of IP in accelerating the commercialization of innovations. #HIC2024

We are conducting a review of policies, recognizing that we have become a source of technology. Our goal is to foster competitiveness and ensure thorough evaluation of locally developed products, giving them an edge over their peers ~ Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza, Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat🇺🇬

We must empower our populations to better understand science and its processes. This involves rethinking concepts and sharing innovations, not just within Uganda, but to the entire world ~ Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza , Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat🇺🇬

Dr DR. CHRIS BARYOMUNSI, Minister of ICT, emphasized in his closing remarks at #HIC2024 the need for Ugandan researchers to catch up with global technological trends. He urged continuous innovation & the adoption of advanced technologies to keep Uganda competitive on the global stage

Yesterday, Hon. Minister @DrChrisBaryomunsi closed the 5th Health Innovation Conference at @KampalaSerena. He emphasized the need to integrate technology for better health outcomes: “To improve healthcare services, we must embrace and enhance health innovations.” DR. CHRIS BARYOMUNSI

Don’t miss today’s virtual research forum at 1 PM! We’ll explore Darunavir & Rilpivirine trough plasma concentrations with and without progestin contraceptive implants and their impact on HIV treatment outcomes among Ugandan women living with HIV. Join us: shorturl.at/wV1l8

Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making the #HIC2024 a success. Your support has played a part in driving healthcare's future and empowering innovators to create impactful solutions. Together, we're building a healthier tomorrow. #HealthInnovation

🔥 Our paper on albuminuria point of care for diagnosis of kidney disease has been published . LaurieTomlinson Infectious Diseases Institute, Makerere University #DrNassuna bmjopen.bmj.com/content/14/8/e…

Today, USAID Local Partner Health Services -TB Activity joined the Ministry of Health- Uganda & partners in 2024 #TBMarathon flagged off by Hon. Dr. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero. The event aimed to raise awareness on TB and proceeds for a new Multi-Drug Resistant TB ward at Iganga Hospital. #WeCanEndTB

At the #HIC2024 , l had the honor to present “Enhancing of obstetric and Gynecological emergency care through digitalization with usage of the EAFYA Electronic medical records system at Kawempe NRH “ Great appreciation to Infectious Diseases Institute, Makerere University Academy for Health Innovation, Uganda Ministry of ICT&NG Ministry of Health- Uganda

In Wellcome's latest issue of Behind the Research, find out why data is key to combatting antimicrobial resistance, from our Uganda National Hub lead Andrew Kambugu 🇺🇬🦠🌍🖥️ #AMR #Data_Science linkedin.com/pulse/why-data…

We are at #DLI2024! Prof. Attlee Gamundani, the lead of our Stakeholder Engagement Club, was a panelist & coordinated a community showcase where we're crowdsourcing English questions on sexual health, with a focus on STIs. Submit questions on STIs here: bit.ly/HASH_STI_Quest…

#TBT to last week's #HIC2024 conference hosted by Academy for Health Innovation, Uganda! Our team lead, Daniel Mutembesa, joined a panel discussion on the future of healthcare with advanced AI and disruptive GPTs

Are you an expert in Facilities Management, Photography & Videography, Trainer of Trainers or Forklift Operations? Submit your proposal: idi.mak.ac.ug/opportunities/… Don’t miss out on this opportunity to share your expertise! #TrainingOpportunities #SkillsDevelopment #Consultancy