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IDeAL - Initiative to Develop African Research Leaders | Building health research leadership in Africa | Hosted @KEMRI_Wellcome and supported #DELTASAfrica

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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Open positions at the Initiative to Develop African Research Leaders. Role: Senior Project Manager Apply Now: Application Deadline: 27 May 2024 Share Widely
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Join us in congratulating our fellow, Alice Kamau @pony_alice , for successfully defending her #PhD with just minor corrections. We are proud of you! @PhilipBejon @KEMRI_Wellcome
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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We invite applicants to apply for 6 fully funded PhD studentships at the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme supported by The Initiative to Develop African Research Leaders (IDeAL) and The Sub-Saharan Africa Advanced Consortium for Biostatistics (SSACAB)
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
Congratulations to @SewaDerrick for successfully passing his PhD Viva with hardly any corrections! Derrick, Dr. Ssewanyana-in-waiting, will be awarded his PhD at a ceremony in Utrecht, on 13th June 2019! Meanwhile, join us in congratulating him!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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PhD successfully completed🎓! Well done Dr. @ChristinaObiero on your today’s viva discussing the causes, clinical signs & treatment of #sepsis & #meningitis in neonates & young children. @jayberkley & the rest supervisory team, asanteni for great supervisory support & guidance.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Great START of the week & month! PhD Fellow @Pete_M_M has won The 2018 Integrated Public Use Microdata Series-International Research Award based on his recent paper mapping 50 years of Under 5s mortality in Kenya. @ipumsi | #Science #Africa
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Introducing our newest DAKTARI @JacquelineWaeni . 👏Congrats on your successful PhD viva on #infectionbiomakers in children! Asante sana @Charlesjsande , @DanScholar & @nokesdj for the fantastic supervisory support & guidance. #endingchildmortality #preventabledeaths #SDGtarget3 .2
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
1 year
To our newest daktari @MaryBitta - CONGRATULATIONS👏! That was an excellent defense of your PhD work on effective stigma reduction given mental & neurological disorders - WELL DONE Dr. Mary Bitta! @crjnewton , @BLennox4 , @difu_simo , @epilepsypathway , @KEMRI_Wellcome
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
Delighted to present to you Dr. @JamesRichOtieno who successfully defended his thesis and passed with barely any corrections! Congratulations to the supervisory team led by Prof. @nokesdj ! This is what we mean by developing African research leaders!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Congratulations to our PhD fellow @AlexHinga who successfully defended his #PhD #thesis earlier today. His research focussed on ethical issues in collecting cause of death data in surveillance platforms. #AfricanResearchLeaders #IDeALFellows
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Congratulations, Dr. Alex Macharia, @KEMRI_Wellcome , and @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT fellow, on your successful viva defense at the Open University, UK.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Hongera @sam_skmuchina from the #IDeAL team for being named Chalmers medal winner 2019. Your significant contribution to capacity building in #science and #research is indeed being recognised. Yours is a win for #Africa ! It's time to #Press4more science in Africa by #Africans .
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Meet @uyoga_sophie , an EXTRAORDINARY #African #scientist fighting #sicklecelldisease (SCD) one comic book at a time. Her project seeks to raise the profile of social issues and challenges people with SCD undergo. For more: #WomenInScience #IDeALFellows
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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KUDOS our newest Daktari @kioko__mwikali on your successful PhD thesis defense on #malariaparasite by use of #extracellularvesicles ! Many thanks @Dr . Abdirahman Abdi, @rayner_julian & @PhilipBejon for great supervisory support & guidance. #ZeroMalaria #Malariaresearch
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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We congratulate Dr Paul Ouma for SUCCESSFULLY defending his #PhD . Having started off as a PGD student, he has been working on #mapping #geographic access to emergency #hospital services and how it relates to #Maternal and Newborn #Mortality . HONGERA 👏🏿 👏🏿 👏🏿 #IDeALFellows
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Are you interested in the #Immunobiology of #Parasites , #Pathogens & #Pathogenesis ? Then apply for #AFRIBOP2024 training in 🇰🇪. ✅Free participation ✅➕skills: #Grantswriting , #Bioinformatics , #Flowcytometry ✅📝deadline: 20 Sept 2023 To apply➡️
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
3 years
Heartfelt congratulations to the 2020 #IDeAL Post Graduate Diploma students on this well-deserved accomplishment during the 8th @PU_Kilifi graduation ceremony. #PU8thGraduation #IDeALFellows
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Congratulations to Dr. Diana Nyabundi, @KEMRI_Wellcome , and @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT fellow, on passing her Ph.D. viva. Congratulations, Dr. Nyabundi, on this remarkable achievement. Thanks to Francis Ndungu @Fra_ndu and Eunice Nduati for the supervision, guidance, and tremendous support.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Look at our numbers halfway into IDeAL! We are particularly proud to be sharing this at a time when our funders, #DELTASAfrica , are leading the push for an increased continental investment in attracting more Women into Science; a commitment we are at 45%!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
. @sam_skmuchina you have done it yet again! Congratulations for your significant contribution in empowering the future #AfricanResearchLeaders . You are a trailblazer positively impacting generations! #Top100Kenyans #AfricanScience
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
Proud to have our own featured in Kenya's most read and widely circulated newspaper @dailynation . Hongera @sam_skmuchina . The sky can never be a limit! Thank you @AASciences , @wellcometrust , @KEMRI_Wellcome for your continued support and @RSTMH for the award!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
2 years
Congratulations to all 2021/22 #IDeAL MSc graduates at TODAY’s 9th graduation ceremony @PU_Kilifi ! Well-deserved and very proud of you! #PU9thGraduation #IDeALFellows
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
HONGERA @Ngendomburu on your successful pre-reg. assessment. Ngendo, an IDeAL #MSc2019 fellow, rejoined the Programme this year to pursue her PhD. She is working on applying mathematical modelling to serologic data to assess the impact of #vaccination programmes in #Kenya .
@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
#MSc2019 fellow @Ngendomburu 's study is on the cost-effectiveness of the introduction of a #typhoid conjugate vaccine in Kenya. The results will provide an evidence-based policy that will guide the introduction of a #vaccine that will eventually result in eradication of typhoid.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Apply for the Sub-Saharan Africa Advanced Consortium for Biostatistics @SSACABDeltas & @KEMRI_Wellcome Postdoctoral position, offered under the Initiative to Develop African Research Leaders @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT Deadline: March 22, 2024 Apply:
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
The #MSc2019 just completed their 10-month studentship which allows young #Kenyan students registered with various Kenyan universities undertake #research projects @KEMRI_Wellcome and provides a foundation for advanced research training and mentorship.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
The German Academic Exchange Service(DAAD), in collaboration with #IDeAL , @KEMRI_Wellcome & @StrathU Institute of #Healthcare Management, is offering DAAD In-Country/In-Region PhD #scholarships . Deadline for applications is 31st January 2020. For more:
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IDeAL, Africa
5 years
We have partnered with @DAAD_Germany , Strathmore University, and @KEMRI_Wellcome to offer up to 5 PhD Scholarships in Health Management. Please visit to apply! Deadline is 24th February! Successful applicant will be registered at Strathmore University!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
3 years
HONGERA @Ian4oyarow on the successful defence of your PhD! Keep winning! #IDeALfellows
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
For the last 10 years, our Administrator Liz Murabu, has offered unconditional support to the training department & we took time to recognize this during the just concluded #IDeALat10 Conference.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
The Social Media KING himself, @BrianMbunde , is here! Helping us understand why Social Media is the Now Frontier during the inaugural #AfricaSciComm Workshop! The biggest deliverable being how best to leverage on this social space to disseminate research output!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Well done Dr. @KagwanjaN . That was a strong defense of your PhD thesis on #healthsystemsresponsiveness to #publicfeedback in 🇰🇪 Thank you @SassyMolyneux , @TsofaB , @Lucy_Gilson for great supervisory support & guidance. #healthcareservices #powerdynamics #healthsystemsstrengthening
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Dr @uyoga_sophie , a research fellow under #IDeAL has today joined the rest of the world in marking the #WorldSickleCellDay2020 with the launch of ‘The Sickle Cell Heroes’ Comic Book. For more: #UnpackingSickleCell #SickleCellHeroes #WorldSickleCellDay
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Earlier today we participated in the @KEMRI_Wellcome Trust Staff Open Day attended by 200+ #Kilifi based staff. The open day presented a unique platform to showcase our training & capacity building efforts as well as various #research projects being undertaken by our fellows.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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What's #MathematicalModelling and how can it be applied to understand the spread on pneumonia, the number one killer disease in under-fives? PhD Fellow, Ivy, unpacks this for us on our brand new segment #2MinutesWith . #FellowsCorner
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Hosting 200+ recent graduates for the 11th Annual Research Career Open Day. From these, about 25 will be competitively selected & awarded the Postgraduate Diploma Fellowship offered jointly with Pwani University. Success rate of this scheme has over the years been PHENOMENAL!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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Are you a master’s student looking to finalize your research project? Apply for the Sub-Saharan Africa Advanced Consortium for Biostatistics master’s studentship in collaboration with the @KEMRI_Wellcome & @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT . Deadline: Apply: April 12, 2024
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We had a fantastic display of 66 posters from our PhD, Masters, & Postgraduate Diploma Fellows. @Kenniajin , @TonyIsebe , & @WambiriDennis emerged top and bagged travel grants. #IDeALat10
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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We congratulate our fellow, Dr @Collowuor for SUCCESSFULLY defending his #PhD which sought to understand the patterns of spread of #influenza #viruses in #Kenya . Read more about his work here: #IDeALFellows #globalhealth @KEMRI_Wellcome @KEMRI_Kenya
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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We are celebrating a Decade of Research Capacity Building and over the next 2 days, we will be reflecting on the success of the science that has impacted on policy and practice & also people that are now trailblazing on different fronts. #IDeALat10
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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SANTHE/IDeAL PhD Fellow, Dr. @Ian4oyarow , just bagged the Best Poster Presentation Award at the #SANTHEkigali2018 , Kigali, Rwanda. Well in!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT welcomes the new Postgraduate (PGD) Fellows cohort under IDeAL phase 2! We are excited to have you on board at KEMRI-Wellcome Trust @KEMRI_Wellcome Programme.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Apply for the Strathmore University and KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Postdoctoral position, offered in collaboration with the Initiative to Develop African Research Leaders. Send an application letter and a copy of your resume quoting ‘Post-Doctoral Fellow’ to careerssbs @strathmore .edu
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Apply for partial Masters Studentships in #immunology , #epidemology , #publichealth , #medicalstatistics , #implementationscience , #bioinformatics , #nutritionstudies (etc) @KEMRI_Wellcome 📝deadline: 01 Sept 2023 To apply 👉
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We are excited to host you for this year’s African Immunology of Parasites, Pathogens, and Pathogenesis #AFriBOP2024 course at the KEMRI –Wellcome Trust Research Programme in Kilifi, Kenya. @KEMRI_Wellcome @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT #FromSciencetoImpact #DELTASAfricaII #MLW_Programme
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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6 years
Dr. Obonyo, PhD Fellow, representing at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia because all work and no play is not IDeAL.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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Our MSc #Immunology Cohort 1, currently on the 2nd and final year, earlier today defended their proposals at Pwani University. The #IDeAL funded fellows have been working on their projects @KEMRI_Wellcome Trust facilities and are registered @PU_Kilifi . #AfricanResearchLeaders
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
2 years
Looking for a MSc, PhD or a professional training scholarship or fellowship? Check out these open Commonwealth funding opportunities!!! For more info., visit:
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IDeAL, Africa
5 years
Dr. Obonyo, @Nchaffyz , an #IDeALFellow is passionate about elevating the state of cardiology healthcare in #Kilifi , #Kenya and beyond with specific interests in echocardiography. He recently attended the #African Cardiology Congress in #Johannesburg , South Africa. #SAHeart2019
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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It’s a successful wrap for the #IDeAL2023 -24 Career open day! Great engagement, interactions & exciting discussions with future #AfricaResearchLeaders . We will soon announce the 2023/24 PGD cohort!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
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We are glad to have signed an MoU with @DaystarUni following months of deliberations. The MoU provides a platform through which #IDeAL will collaborate with Daystar in offering a Masters course in Science Communication. #AfricanResearchLeaders
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PGD Fellow, @JoshuaMuithya , is looking at how the County has been recruiting and distributing health workers since devolution. Catch up with his work on #OneMinuteWith @TsofaB | #Devolution #Kenya
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IDeAL, Africa
5 years
#MSc2019 fellow @johnmutiso_ is working towards developing a data analysis framework that removes technical variance in data got from high throughput tools used in investigating #immunity . The tool will be useful in #vaccine development to fight against #infectiousdiseases .
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IDeAL, Africa
6 years
The close of #SSACAB2018 Conference was a happy one for us. Our PhD Fellows, @Kenniajin & @GachauSue , both bagged 2nd best Oral Presentations in their categories. #CapacityBuilding
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Want to study in the UK? @commschols to support both Masters & PhD studies will open soon on 5 Sept 2023. DON'T MISS OUT! To check eligibility & apply for: (a) Masters scholarship➡️ (b) PhD scholarship 👉
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IDeAL, Africa
5 years
#MSc2019 fellow @Ngendomburu 's study is on the cost-effectiveness of the introduction of a #typhoid conjugate vaccine in Kenya. The results will provide an evidence-based policy that will guide the introduction of a #vaccine that will eventually result in eradication of typhoid.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
An example of generating African Research Leaders is seeing the likes of @StevenWambua , IDeAL PGD Fellow Class of 2017, now doing a Masters in Biostatistics after winning the competitive SSACAB Scholarship. This is a path we're more than committed to remain on! #SSACAB2018
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
The PGD in Health Research Methods offered jointly with @PU_Kilifi , is a unique course that equips recent graduates with practical research experience to enhance their entry into a research career or further postgraduate training. Meet the 2019 fellows
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
#IDeAL Director @sam_skmuchina is going live on @ntvkenya to discuss our efforsts towards #KomeshaCorona .
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
We have 5 EXCITING PhD Studentships; 1. Biobanking in LMICs 2. Adolescents' Vulnerability to Sexual & Reproductive Health Risks 3. Ethical Practice in Clinical Research 4. Adherence to Malaria Control Strategies 5. Impact of Ivermectin MDA Visit ->
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6 years
IDeAL PhD Fellow, @Kenniajin , presenting his Masters work on space-time analysis of recurrent malnutrition-related hospitalizations in Kenyan children under-5 years at #SSACAB2018 Conference.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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APPLY NOW Today marks the deadline to apply for the @KEMRI_Wellcome & @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT fully funded PhD studentship. This is a wonderful opportunity for interested researchers to undertake a biomedical, bio info, nutrition, & health system PhD supervised by world-renowned scholars
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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RE-ADVERTISED!! ✅Partially funded Masters research projects in #immunology , #epidemology , #publichealth , #medicalstatistics , #implementationscience , #bioinformatics , #nutritionstudies (etc) @KEMRI_Wellcome 📝deadline: 27 Oct 2023 To apply➡️
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
DID YOU KNOW…Friday, 19th June is #WorldSickleCellDay – a day of raising awareness! Leading up to this day, we have a lot to share. Join us for the next couple of days in our #UnpackingSickleCell series as we raise awareness around #sicklecelldisease . #SickleCellHeroes
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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Developing a comprehensive research career framework over the years is one of our BIGGEST achievements! Seeing the likes of @Wambiridennis & @CHAMZMK who started out as Interns develop into research leaders convinces us we are on course! How's the view from the top gents?
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
IDeAL Director, Dr. @Sam_SKMuchina , awarded in recognition of his Outstanding contribution to Science & Leadership by @KEMRI_Kenya . Dr. @TsofaB passed this on behalf of Dr. Kombe, KEMRI - Kenya Director.
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IDeAL, Africa
5 years
IDeAL PhD Fellow, @dnyabundi , will now be characterising T-follicular helper cells phenotypes that corelate with protection against Malaria after her PhD Upgrading. #Malaria
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
School Leavers Attachment Scheme 2019 ( #SLAS2019 ) attaches just completed their three-month attachment @KEMRI_Wellcome Trust. Their journey is a reaffirmation of our commitment towards empowering the next generation of African research leaders. Hongera! #AfricanResearchLeaders
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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To all @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT & other MSc in Bioinformatics & Immunology graduates @Pwaniuni , congrats on your great achievement! Joyful graduation! Continue to strive! @KEMRI_Wellcome , @hkimingi , @wechessa , @murugu_lewis , @NjeriAquila , @Alphaxandk #Bioinformatics #Immunology #genes
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Another proud day for IDeAL as 23 Postgraduate Diploma and 2 Masters students graduate. @KEMRI_Wellcome @PUBReC_Lab @PU_Kilifi
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
3 years
Join us as we celebrate women in science. @MaryBitta is a phenomenal #scientist whose work with @Difu_Simo is impacting the lives of many in #Kilifi and the region. Find out why there is no #HEALTH without #MENTAL health:👉👉 Happy #WomenInScience Day!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
. @LilianStacy16 is one of the 2019/20 fellows with a strong interest in immunology and molecular biology. She aspires to be part of the scientists pushing the frontier of malaria #vaccine development. She sees this as an avenue to better herself as a #scientist .
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Proud to be supporting quite a number of Fellows under @KEMRI_Wellcome 's Health Systems & Social Research theme - research ethics, @AlexHinga , social aspects of childhood malnutrition, @KuiMuraya , health expenditure, @kenneth_munge , & improving healthcare workforce, @jmnzinga .
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IDeAL, Africa
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"...we know what needs to be done... Let's do it," PhD Fellow, Dr. @kenneth_munge , on #WorldHealthDay | #UHC
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 months
Welcome to #IDeAL2launch 🥳. We aim to empower young Africans to become influential #AfricanResearchleaders capable of reshaping the continent’s health research agenda & solutions. #FromSciencetoImpact #DELTASAfricaII
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
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The #IDeAL team appreciates the contribution of our fellows partners and collaborators towards making 2019 a successful year. 2020 is a promising year for African science and presents another great opportunity to push for more #science in #Africa by Africans.
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The #AfriBOP #grant writing workshop ended with the winning team getting a cash reward. The workshop equipped participants with grant writing skills, guidelines & funding agreements, designing project plans & budgeting.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Are you an African PhD Student or Postdoc with a strong interest in the interaction between the immune system & pathogens? Here's your chance attend this FREE weeklong course hosted by @KEMRI_Wellcome , Kilifi, Kenya. Deadline 15th June. Spread the WORD!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Congrats to our PhD Fellow, Dr. @Ian4Oyarow , on his appointment as one of Africa's Immunopedia Ambassadors. This is a non-profit educational website which aims to promote cutting edge knowledge & research in basic and clinical immunology worldwide.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Congratulations Ken Mwai, best poster at the first @TibaPartnership AGM @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT @KEMRI_Wellcome @FaithOsier
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Congratulations @jamesrichotieno @chapakiti and Ivy Kombe. You are an inspiration to many and we at #IDeAL wish you nothing but the best! #IDeALFellows #Africanscientists
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James Nokes
4 years
Celebrating three star PhD students now PostDocs moving on: James Otieno to Fogarty; Ivy Kombe to Oxford; Moses Kiti to Emory. We at @KEMRI_Wellcome and @veclab_KEMRI_WT are very proud of your achievements
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Biobanks: The future of research via @dailynation
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Quite excited to be supporting the Bayesian Statistics Workshop, arguably one of its kind in Africa, to be held at @KEMRI_Wellcome . Pleased that @SeanTalts & @BetanAlpha will be joining us to instruct. Thanks to @George_l , @Uyoga_Sophie & team for putting this together.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
DAAD, in collaboration with the #IDeAL Africa, @KEMRI_Wellcome , and Strathmore University’s Institute of Healthcare Management, are offering DAAD In-Country/In-Region Ph.D. Scholarships. For details visit:
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Hosting IDeAL Masters Fellow's Joint Supervisors Meeting at @KEMRI_Wellcome . We offer 1 Year Fellowships to Masters Students who have done their course work to do their projects with us. 12 Fellowships this year.
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
Three CHEERS to @George_Warimwe who has been promoted to Associate Professor at the @UniOfOxford ! Prof. Warimwe is a Supervisor and Mentors many at IDeAL & @KEMRI_Wellcome !
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Charles Kevin Kamau (CKK), MPRSK
6 years
Allow me to introduce you to the newest Professor in Town, Prof. @George_Warimwe . Congratulations on your promotion to Associate Professor at @UniofOxford Bro. To more WINS! 🥂 🥂
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Meet Lynn, #IDeAL fellow making a difference. She aspires to participate in ground-breaking #research through contribution to #HIV immunology. She believes this will bring us closer to better management and possible interventions such as a vaccine. #IDeALFellows #WorldAIDSDay
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
#IDeAL fellows participate at the #DELTASAfrica19 poster presentation sessions. DELTAS goal is to produce a critical mass of new cadre health researchers and scientists who will be at the forefront of cutting-edge health research agenda in #Africa .
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
5 years
Kenyan Researcher wins Chalmers Medal at European Congress on Tropical Medicine and International Health in Liverpool via @britsinkenya
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Meet @ms_maisy an #IDeAL PGD fellow who firmly believes that women in #science have a role in taking up the leadership space, decision making & role models to girls whose career interests are inclined towards research field & science. #WomenInScience #IDeALFellows #IWD2020
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
We are looking for recent graduates, classes of 2016 & 17, to start them off on a journey into African Research Leaders through our Postgraduate Diploma Studentship Programme offered jointly with Pwani University. Deadline 18th April. Spread the WORD!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
A decade ago the thinking about strategic generation of a critical mass of African Research Leaders was borne by Prof. @KevinMarsh8 & team & we recognized that! Here's flanked by a sectiion of his former PhD Students & fellows who are currently benefiting from that thinking!
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
2 years
Here is another exciting PhD opportunity #kemri_wellcome To apply, visit: Application deadline: Fri 9 Sept 2022
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
6 years
IDeAL PhD Fellow, @MichelleMuthui , who's looking at the Malaria gametocyte trying to identify targets with potential as transmission blocking vaccine candidates, has so far identified 22 novel ones. She hopes to analyze these in the remaining part of her PhD. #PhDUpgrading
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
7 years
GREAT output by PGD Fellows after 8 months. Over 85% of previous cohorts have been retained in Science. Thanks @KEMRI_Wellcome for hosting
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
3 years
A #research led by Prof @Sarah_AtkinsonS and former #IDeAL #PhD student Dr @JMuthiiMuriuki found that malaria-control may be an effective strategy for reducing the burden of #iron deficiency in #African children by approximately 50%. For more:
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@NatureMedicine
Nature Medicine
3 years
A genetic link suggests that interventions that halve the risk of #malaria episodes could reduce the prevalence of iron deficiency in African children by nearly 50% @JMuthiiMuriuki @Sarah_AtkinsonS @KEMRI_Wellcome @NDMOxford
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@IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
IDeAL, Africa
4 years
Dr @Ian4oyarow is part of the community making a difference, his work focuses on HIV virus-human interaction. Oyaro's PhD is using modern #science to shed light on pathways that may lead to an #HIV vaccine. He hopes that one day, someone will say👇🏿 #WorldAIDSDay #IDeALFellows
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