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IDeAL - Initiative to Develop African Research Leaders | Building health research leadership in Africa | Hosted @KEMRI_Wellcome and supported #DELTASAfrica
Kenya
Joined July 2016
Call for Applications! PhD students and early postdocs are invited to apply for the African Immunobiology of Parasites, Pathogens, and Pathogenesis Course 2026. Venue: Stellenbosch, Cape Town Dates: 16–20 March 2026 Apply now: https://t.co/y1LtNn2Qgx Deadline: October 31, 2025
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It takes a village- and for me, this is literal. From a small village in rural Kenya that laid a foundation, wonderful schools that have shaped me, colleagues, students, mentors and role models who have inspired me - I am grateful! Grateful too for my family, the best there is!
Congratulations to #SANTHE Director @Thumbi_Ndungu who was inducted into the US National Academy of Medicine @theNAMedicine this Saturday for his contributions to medical science & global health. #AfricanLedScience
@SciforAfrica @gatesfoundation @Aidsfonds @ragoninstitute @ucl
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The Bitcoin CULTure has an undetected disease that has been spreading for too many years now, and I'm calling it: the "Core-Parrot" mind virus. Whatever some "trusted (ex)contributor" says, this virus makes you confidently cheerlead and repeat, without having expertise in
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Today we officially launch the IDeAL & KWTRP Scholars’ Community. This is a new space for scholars to connect, collaborate, and grow. With support from the #IDeALTeam, we’re building a vibrant network rooted in mentorship, shared purpose, and peer support. @KEMRI_Wellcome
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Susan Macharia’s curiosity about mental health evolved into a strong desire to understand the effect of climate change on children’s mental health & long-term development in Kenya. Explore the intersection of climate & health in her compelling story: https://t.co/dhcJKHE0C9
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Samlee Nyambu reflects on his transformative research experience with the SPARK project, which aims to improve mental health for children with developmental disabilities and their caregivers in low-resource settings. Read his full story here: https://t.co/e7ae66rj7L
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Something that stuck with me watching endless hours of Bill O'Neil speaking about charts, he often said something to the effect "When a stock is up 5 or more weeks in a row, It is telling you it wants to go a lot higher". $GEV up 9 weeks in a row before its flat base. Chart via
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Our PGD Cohort 3 students pose for a photo with the IDeAL team. As they continue with their taught modules, the journey toward building the next generation of research leaders is well underway. @sam_skmuchina @andisi_c @lizmurabu
#IDeAL #Research #Science
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Our PGD Cohort 3 kicked off their taught modules before heading to Junju Dispensary, a KHDSS site, for a practical field experience. They gained first-hand insight into how community relationships and fieldwork shape ethical health research. @sam_skmuchina @KEMRI_Wellcome
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Leadership. Mentorship. Celebration. Prof. @sam_skmuchina and Dr. @andisi_c joined our Postgraduate Diploma Fellows (Cohort 2) to celebrate their graduation, a proud moment for the IDeAL-Pwani University community. #Graduation2025 #IDeAL
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It’s a wrap! Our Postgraduate Diploma students (Cohort 2) graduate today at Pwani University, closing an incredible chapter and stepping into new possibilities. Through the IDeAL-@PU_Kilifi partnership, we celebrate their growth and leadership in research. Congratulations!!
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Call for Applications📢! Are you a PhD student or early postdoc interested in the interaction between the immune system and pathogens? Apply for the African Immunobiology of Parasites, Pathogens & Pathogenesis symposium. 🗓️: March 16–20, 2026 📍: Devon Valley Hotel, Stellenbosch,
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Our PGD students (Cohort 2) shared the final outcomes of their 10-month journey at Pwani University through scientific poster presentations. Delivered through a partnership between IDeAL and @PU_Kilifi, the program prepares to graduate its scholars tomorrow, 9th Oct 2025.
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The @KEMRI_Wellcome Research Programme’s Vaccine Workforce Development Programme (VWDP), funded by the @gatesfoundation has partnered with @BiogenericBGP with support from the Egyptian Drug Authority to deliver its first in-continent apprenticeship on end-to-end vaccine
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Today, our PGD Students (Cohort 2) showcased their research projects through scientific poster presentations, marking a significant milestone in their 10-month academic journey. As they approach graduation, we look forward to their final showcase at @PU_Kilifi on October 8th.
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Tell the Pope I'm sorry The Rock that Jesus' said he would build His church on wasn't Peter but rather the revelation Peter received. That revelation was "Jesus was the Christ the son of the living of God". This revelation welcomes us into the church and like other
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We’re proud to welcome 25 Fellows into the IDeAL 2, Cohort 3 Postgraduate Diploma programme. With support from @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT, ALMA, and @PU_Kilifi, they begin a transformative journey to shape the future of African science. #IDeAL2 #AfricanResearchLeaders
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Join @MashaSimon, Postdoctoral Fellow @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT, live on @Cocofmradio today from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm as he breaks down the facts, numbers, research, and policy issues on transmitted infections. Listen Live: https://t.co/PDN6OnsqfN
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It’s a wrap for #OTN2025! 🎉 A huge thank you to all our participants, speakers, and panelists who made this meeting a success. Your insights, energy, and collaboration have sparked meaningful conversations and strengthened connections across the network. Until next time!
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In the spirit of networking for scientific discovery and impact, we were delighted to host our esteemed guests to a vibrant Welcome Reception and Pre-Dinner Gathering. Set against the backdrop of Kenya’s warm coastal weather, the evening offered space for memorable interactions.
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1/ Announcing we have raised $4.2M led by @cbventures and @alliancedao. We’re building the first fully-fledged Trading Terminal on @base and launching our new cash back program.
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Great start to the #OTN2025 in #Mombasa with pre-conference sessions! To start us off, was the @wellcometrust, Africa Asia Programmes Acceleration of Genomics for Escalating Infectious Diseases-CAGED project kick off meeting. Bringing together colleagues from 11 countries across
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The Malaria Elimination Roundtable brought together experts with insightful discussions on the progress towards a malaria-free future.
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Tune in to Phoenix FM right now and be part of this interesting topic, which is discussing life choices in the career progression space. @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
#CIDRZ
#ForaHealthyZambia
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Honoured! Humbled! and Thrilled to share that I’ve been awarded the prestigious Chevening Scholarship to pursue an MSc in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security at the Royal Agricultural University @RoyalAgUni. Grateful to @city_shamba, @FCDOGovUK
@UKinKenya for the opportunity
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