Infectious Diseases Institute, Makerere University
@IDIMakerere
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Our mission is to strengthen health systems in Africa, with a strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research & capacity development.
Kampala | Uganda
Joined July 2013
This program has given fellows a platform to showcase progress on their quality improvement projects. Special thanks to site mentors who’ve walked the journey with each fellow & to the peer-to-peer technical team for their invaluable support. Your guidance is deeply appreciated!
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With support from @wellcometrust, our @CAMO_Net1 fellows are at the University of Cape Town for an antimicrobial stewardship course as part of our capacity strengthening efforts. Grateful to the South Africa Hub for partnering with the Central Training Hub on this program
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Dear Kick Staff Andrew Santamaria... Where are you....... I looked for you.... and you were NOWHERE TO BE FOUND! Don't hide now..... HAhahHahHahHaAhhzhahzhsh
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The @Scale_It_Ethics Research Ethics Committee training has kicked off at @MbararaUST, led by @PbyakikaPauline. REC members from 4 universities are building capacity to ethically review complex clinical trials across East Africa. #OneIDI #ResearchEthics @SCALEIT
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The #MakCHSCentennialRun was a success. Grateful to our @IDIMakerere team for showing up strong and running for a cause — the refurbishment of the historic Davies Lecture Theatre. Next up: #JASH2024 (Nov 3–7) & the @MakerereCHS Fundraising Dinner (Dec 12). #OneIDI #MakCHS100
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Happening tomorrow at #CPHIA2025! Join our Pharmacovigilance Side Event on Building Trust in Vaccines by Enhancing Safety Surveillance During Public Health Emergencies in Africa. 🗓️ 25 Oct 🕚 11:00 AM SAST / 12:00 PM EAT 📍 Room 12AB 💻 https://t.co/QeqOsBj9J3
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Join the Ethical & Responsible AI Training in Sub-Saharan Africa and strengthen your capacity to design and implement ethical, inclusive, and equitable AI in health. Starts 4th Nov 2025 | 💻 Online | ⏰ 15:00 EAT Register before 29th Oct 2025! https://t.co/Yd8wRGNL4P
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Don’t miss today’s Virtual Research Forum at 1 PM EAT! We’ll be hosting Dr Frances Philomena & Dr @AgnesBwanika as our speakers. Topics include: 👉Updates from Quality Chemical Industries Limited 👉Mobile Health & ART Adherence Among Youths To be part: https://t.co/yUg6TTh6hX
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HR as a strategic engine for health? At @IDIMakerere, @PaulRugambwa is making it happen. Learn how people strategy is powering the fight against infectious diseases. A must-read on transforming HR in the public sector. A must-read: https://t.co/x3xNNg6VB1
#OneIDI #HR
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Scandal in Virginia: Are Democrats Engaged in Electioneering at a VA School?!
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Honoured to lead the Principles of Management Excellence for Research training in Kinshasa🇨🇩, with support from @gatesfoundation. The aim is to strengthen skills in finance, grants management, procurement & governance to build ethical, sustainable research capacity across Africa.
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Africa’s vaccine future depends on trust and safety. At #CPHIA2025, we’re bringing together leading experts for a PV side event to explore how stronger vaccine safety surveillance can build & sustain that trust. Join Us: 🗓️ 25 Oct | 11:00 SAT 🔗 https://t.co/QeqOsBjHyB
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That’s a wrap on the 6th #IDIScienceFair2025! Huge thanks to our sponsors, partners & participants—your support made this milestone unforgettable. Together, we’ve sparked innovation & inspired the next century of science. Let’s keep the momentum going. https://t.co/4cnkvCKfl6
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HIV research with vulnerable groups needs more than good intentions—it needs deep bioethical confidence. - @nayigajose Our study reveals researchers feel ill-equipped to handle ethical challenges with key populations, children, & pregnant women. #IDIScienceFair2025 #MakCHS100 1/2
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GitHub's Latest Play: Is AI boosting their user count? 💡 Over 80% of GitHub users now use an AI tool. @JasonTAndersen, Vice President and Principal Analyst at @MoorInsStrat, explores whether this massive momentum means AI is fundamentally changing the type and size of
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Key findings: https://t.co/0G7ta2LLh1 ➡️ Confidence plummets for research with key populations. ➡️ Trainees learn ethics on the job; formal training is too theoretical. ➡️ Demand is high for PRACTICAL, context-specific training with real-life scenarios. #IDIScienceFair2025
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What should we call pregnant & breastfeeding people? We asked communities. They said: ❌ De-sexed terms = disrespectful & confusing ❌ Anatomical refs = uncomfortable ✅ Use clear, respectful language Read the findings: https://t.co/MseR6ghu2j
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Language isn't just words—it's dignity - @AidaKawuma . Our new study shows using culturally WRONG terms in health research can: ➡️ Lower recruitment ➡️ Cause community resistance ➡️ Break trust #IDIScienceFair2025 #MakCHS100 #OneIDI #LanguageMatters
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“Health is a common good.” At #ScienceFair2025, @DamalieNakanjak calls for bold investment in translational science to power precision medicine, AI, and data-driven care. Let’s harness tech to fight AMR & shape the next century of health innovation. #MakCHS #OneIDI #FutureReady
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Happening Now. @akambugu opens the 6th @IDIScienceFair2025 at Davies Lecture Theatre & online: _"This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment—many of us may never witness another centennial."_ Let’s harness today’s talent, tools & momentum to shape the next 100 years. #MakCHS #OneIDI
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Today’s the day. The 6th @IDIMakerere Science Fair 2025 is underway at Davies Lecture Theatre — celebrating 100 years of excellence at @MakerereCHS. Register: https://t.co/KweJvJYfoP Follow & join the convo: #IDIScienceFair2025 #MakCHS100 #OneIDI
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It is on... The 6th #IDIScienceFair2025 kicks off tomorrow. Catch a glimpse of what’s coming in this exciting video. Innovation, ideas, and inspiration await. Register HERE: https://t.co/KweJvJYfoP
#MakCHS100 #MakCHSCentennialRun #STEM
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