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Did you know that Uganda's MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, which is affiliated to both the @UVRlug & London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is only the second such unit outside? Listen to the Director Prof Moffart talk about the Unit's research expertise, which has distinguished cas a centre of Excellence in Public Health

Congratulations to Prof. Pontiano Kaleebu on receiving the honorary Order of the British Empire (OBE) award! The award, presented by Lisa Chesney, the British High Commissioner at UK in Uganda 🇬🇧 🇺🇬 on behalf of His Majesty King King Charles III (parody), recognises his outstanding contributions

What an uplifting way to spend an afternoon! Congratulations Prof. Pontiano Kaleebu on your award. I am glad to see your dedication and impact recognised and how this shines a spotlight on the great 🇬🇧 🇺🇬 collaboration through MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit

Missed it live? Watch Professor Moffat Nyirenda, Director, MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit joins H.E. Lisa Chesney MBE, the High Commissioner at UK in Uganda 🇬🇧 🇺🇬, and Capital FM Uganda's Patricia Osman for the 3rd edition of “Conversations on the UK-Uganda Growth Partnership” to discuss the UK -

🎉Celebrating 22+ years of research excellence at our Unit on #ClinicalTrialsDay! Watch our team share how #ClinicalTrials in #Gambia & #WestAfrica helped to transform health care & save lives through research, community engagement & partnerships. Watch: tinyurl.com/55d8ku77

We're thrilled to celebrate this milestone! Professor Moffat Nyirenda's election as Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences speaks to his outstanding leadership and is a great opportunity to continue shaping health outcomes in Africa and beyond. Congrats Prof! Read more:

🩸 Today is #MenstrualHygieneDay—a global call to raise awareness, promote hygiene, and improve access to menstrual products and supportive environments. We’re spotlighting the MENISCUS trial, a major study from MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, with implementation partners WoMena🧵👇

Webinar: Pornography, Young People, and Sexual Violence As access to pornography becomes widespread and unfiltered, many young people are learning about sex, consent, and relationships through unrealistic and often harmful content. What are the consequences and what can be done?

Yesterday, we visited Mount St. Mary’s Namagunga for #ScienceDay2025, where we engaged with Senior Five and Six students. The CCHF Vaccine Discovery study team shared insights on the importance of vaccines and explored various career opportunities in fields such as Basic Science,

Sheila Nina set the tone with an inspiring welcome, introducing the passionate team behind the CCHF Vaccine Discovery study. Students were encouraged to dream big, stay curious, and explore the vast world of science from labs to the field. Throughout the day, the team shared

To wrap up the day, we shared an informative video that explained the steps involved in the vaccine development process. Each scientist detailed their specific role, demonstrating how scientific discoveries progress from the laboratory to the community. The students learned that

Ever heard of the General Population Cohort (GPC)? Based in rural southwestern Uganda, the GPC is one of Africa’s richest long-term population health resources, tracking data for over 35 years. More than just another dataset, it’s a window into how health, society, and systems

Looking to further your expertise in using data science tools to investigate and respond to disease outbreaks? Your opportunity is here! Join our hands-on training in Outbreak Analytics & Modelling with R, from 11 – 22 Aug 2025 in Entebbe. Apply here: forms.office.com/pages/response…

From HIV to non-communicable diseases, ageing, and social determinants of health, work at the GPC isn’t static. With robust data spanning health, behaviour, and environment, our work informs both science and policy. Curious about what we’re exploring now? Dive in:

Need GPC data for your next project? GPC data is accessible to bona fide researchers. We make it easy: 📍Review available datasets 📍Submit a short concept note 📍Connect with our data access committee Get started here: lshtm.ac.uk/research/centr… #OpenScience #AfricaDataHub

Did you know GPC is now integrating digital health tools, biomarker collection, and climate-health linkages into its research? As health priorities evolve, so does the GPC. Our work isn’t just historical - it’s responsive, relevant, and future-facing. Explore the future-facing