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Developing a Career in Research
In an ever-evolving world where advancements in global health research are crucial, fostering the growth and development of aspiring researchers is paramount. Research is a vital source of knowledge and progress, but in the developing world like Africa, limited research output hinders economic growth and fails to address the pressing health needs of the population.
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Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk Policy
Check out the UVRI Safe guarding and children's policy here: https://www.uvri.go.ug/UVRI_Safeguarding_Children_and_Adults_at_Risk_Pol...
New Research: Increased Uptake Of Tuberculosis Preventive Therapy (TPT) Among PLHIV In Uganda
Tuberculosis preventive therapy (TPT) effectively decreases rates of developing active tuberculosis disease in people living with HIV (PLHIV) who are at increased risk. The Uganda Ministry of Health launched a 100-day campaign to scale-up TPT in PLHIV in July 2019.
Survey Call: Help Develop Equitable Research Funding Priorities on Infectious Diseases Sources and Drivers Across the World
Wellcome is seeking to find equitable research funding opportunities for infectious diseases sources and drivers. The first part of this exercise includes a survey and it will be followed up by a face-to-face workshop.
UVRI is Seeking MSc Immunology Final-Year Research Students
We are seeking a highly motivated and self-driven MSc student to join our team in the Department of Immunology at UVRI. The successful candidate will have a relevant research idea that fits the scope of our project, be goal-oriented, and passionate about contributing to the fight against COVID-19.
UVRI HOSTS 2-DAYS TRAINING IN BIOETHICS AND CLINICAL RESEARCH
A two-day Training in Bioethics and Clinical Research for partners in the Pan- African Network for Rapid Research, Response and Preparedness for Infectious Diseases Epidemics (PANDORA) was conducted for Research Assistants, Study Nurses, Trial Managers, and Administrators to share experiences and best practices in implementing clinical research and resolving ethical issues.
Japanese Delegation Visits UVRI
On 20th January 2023, a team from the Japanese embassy today had the opportunity of visiting the Uganda Virus Rearch Institute(UVRI).