Jerome Kim
@drjeromekim1
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Specialist in HIV vaccine research & Director General of @IVIheadquarters, a nonprofit int'l org accelerating vaccine R&D and delivery for global health
Seoul, Republic of Korea
Joined September 2017
RT @IVIHeadquarters: With a shared vision for health equity, IVI met with 🇧🇷 Minister of Health @padilhando and leadership to strengthen de….
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🏆Congrats to Dr. Kyung Min Lee, Head of Biosafety at @IVIHeadquarters, on receiving the Award for Achievements in Biosafety by the @mohwpr for her leadership in biosafety systems. Proud that her work which strengthens global capacity for pathogen preparedness was recognized!
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Two inspiring site visits in Rio 🇧🇷 : At the Institute of Cardiology to explore research collaboration and at Carlos Chagas Institute’s Project Menina Moça Mulher, a community initiative empowering women and girls.
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RT @BioVaxInstitute: Today, @BioVaxInstitute participated in the 45th Annual Scientific Conference of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (….
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RT @RwandaFDA: Itangazo rigenewe abafatanyabikorwa mu icuruzwa n’ikwirakwizwa ry’imiti bose. ——————.Notice to all stakeholders across pharm….
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Happy to share that 2025 IVI Global Vaccine Forum convened 180+ participants in Seoul to explore next-gen platforms for rapid pandemic response:.🔹 mRNA & self-amplifying RNA.🔹 Microneedle patches.🔹 AI-driven vaccine design, and more!.
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150+ participants from 40+ countries join IVI’s 2025 Introductory Course in Biologics Development & Manufacturing, hosted by @WHO & Korea’s @mohwpr. 2 weeks of training to boost LMIC capacity & global #VaccineEquity!👨‍🔬
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Great to meet with @IfedayoTiffy, CEO at @FINDdx. We had a thoughtful exchange on today’s global health challenges—and the opportunities they create for IVI and FIND to work together toward shared health goals.
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Honored to meet @ProfJanabi, new @WHOAFRO Regional Director, in Dar es Salaam. We discussed IVI’s growing role in Africa and how we can support each other in promoting vaccine R&D, manufacturing, and access across the continent.
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It was a pleasure to meet Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh to discuss @IVIHeadquarters engagement in Ghana and opportunities to advance vaccine R&D and manufacturing in the region. Here, I speak on Ghana’s unique strengths and capacity in disease prevention:
The Ministry of Health has received a high-level delegation from the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) and the National Vaccine Institute as part of efforts to deepen collaboration between Ghana and the global vaccine research organization.
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Ahead of #LISSSD25, @IVIHeadquarters @MCRI_for_kids and the Strep A Vaccine Global Consortium gathered team members from sentinel sites and technical advisory working groups to exchange progress on understanding local Strep A burden and address next steps in vaccine development.
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Congratulations to Dr. Delese Mimi Darko on her appointment as the first Director-General of the African Medicines Agency!.As a member of IVI’s Scientific Advisory Group, Dr. Darko brings invaluable insight—and we look forward to continued collaboration with AMA.
Dr. Delese Mimi Darko, has been appointed as the first Director-General of the African Medicines Agency (AMA).She is renowned for her exemplary leadership as the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished
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Congratulations to Prof. Helen Rees on receiving the Dr LEE Jong-wook Memorial Prize for Public Health, an outstanding recognition of her lifelong commitment to improving population health and championing health equity. It was an honor to join the panel at the ceremony.
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With this contribution from the Government of the Philippines @DFAPHL we look forward to welcoming Philippine vaccine researchers and public health professionals to @IVIHeadquarters this fall for the International Vaccinology Course.
We are incredibly grateful to the Government of the Philippines for making its third annual voluntary contribution to IVI. Thank you, Ambassador Maria Theresa Dizon-De Vega @PHLinKorea for your steadfast support of IVI's mission to accelerate vaccines and build capacity!
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It was an honor to meet @HonAdenDuale, Cabinet Secretary of Health, Kenya, on the sidelines of #WHA78 in Geneva today. We discussed ways forward to advance partnerships and capacity-building in vaccine research, development, and manufacturing.
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Leptospirosis should no longer remain among the most neglected of the neglected tropical diseases.
“Leptospirosis. should no longer remain among the most neglected of the neglected tropical diseases,” said @drjeromekim1 at #WHA78. IVI and partners hosted an event on global advocacy and policy for this deadly but neglected disease. 🔗 Read more:
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With political prioritization, investment, and global coordination, we can change the trajectory.
“Despite being one of the top ten infectious causes of death globally, Strep A continues to receive far too little attention” - @drjeromekim1. IVI joins health leaders for a #WHA78 side event to mobilize global action on Strep A vaccines. 🔗 Read more:
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Pleased to welcome Hyerim Woo - former #WonderGirls member and #KBS World Radio host - and her cheerful son Siwoo as IVI Goodwill Ambassadors! With their positive energy and influence, we aim to inspire greater public engagement in IVI’s mission.
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Next offering for the GTH-B Hands-On Training!.
Welcoming applications for the next Hands-On Training offered through the Global Training Hub for Biomanufacturing!. Gain practical experience in industrial facilities. Collaborate with global biomanufacturers. Network with peers. Learn more and apply by 5 June 2025 ⤵️.
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