📢 #FellowshipOpportunity We have updated the application email for the #GSK Africa Open Lab Postgraduate Fellowship. Apply now for this fully funded opportunity @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social Read more 👉http://tinyurl.com/mts2d4hf 📩 Submit to: 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐮.𝐁𝐀𝐃𝐆𝐈𝐄@𝐥𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐦.𝐚𝐜.𝐮𝐤

Today, we held the Men5 (a pentavalent meningococcal ACWYX vaccine) Persistence initiation meeting with @seruminstindia.bsky.social. This follow-up study will look at how long protection from a 5-in-1 meningitis vaccine lasts following prior vaccine trial in #Gambia & #Mali. #ClinicalResearch

#FellowshipOpportunity for African Scientists Are you an early-career researcher passionate about data & #GlobalHealth? Apply for the #GSK Africa Open Lab Postgraduate Fellowship in Biostatistics/Health Data Science, a fully funded opportunity at #MRCG. Learn more & apply👉 tinyurl.com/mts2d4hf

🚨 #OpportunityAlert Are you an African researcher ready to make an impact in #GlobalHealth? Apply for a fully funded PhD on preventing mother-to-child transmission of #HepatitisB in #Gambia & #Malawi. To apply, email [email protected] request the application form. 📆 22nd April 2026

The #SENZOR Project, which uses a social-ecological network approach to better understand and reduce the risk of disease spread between human & animals brings together stakeholders in the Central River Region helping to strengthen early detection, collaboration & response. #DiseasePrevention

Today we kick off a 3️⃣-day Pan-African meeting on health & #ClinicalTrials data sharing in #Abuja. Co-organised with #WANETAM, this workshop focuses on strengthening data systems, turning data into action that can save lives across #Africa. #DataSharing #ResearchCollaboration #DataForHealth

This week begins with fourth edition of the Essentials of Clinical Trials training for health professionals from more than 1️⃣ 0️⃣ Sub-Saharan African countries. This is part of our efforts to strengthen & nurture health research and save lives across #Africa.

Tuberculosis remains a major public health challenge in #TheGambia. A new study published in Nature Scientific Reports reveals the diversity of #TB strains circulating in the country and emerging drug-resistance mutations. Read More👉 tinyurl.com/mwmjnbz5 #WorldTBDay #EndTB

The Genotype-to-Phenotype (G2P) Global project training is underway for clinicians, fieldworkers and nurses as part of the study “Understanding SARS-CoV-2 Immunity and Host Susceptibility in The #Gambia.” The skills gained will support research and strengthen preparedness for future pandemics.

We kick-off the Campylobacter Control Campaign meeting with partners from @lshtm.bsky.social, @biology.ox.ac.uk, @ineosoxford.bsky.social, alongside collaborators from Côte d’Ivoire, #Nigeria, #Egypt, #Ghana & #BurkinaFaso to finalise a genomic sampling framework to support future vaccine designs.

Still on #WomensMonth🎉 Today, we celebrate Dr Haddijatou Mbye and Dorothy Watters for their contributions in shaping science, research and community engagement Read their story 👉 tinyurl.com/ytvt3rmj #InternationalWomensMonth #GiveToGain #WomenInScience

Happy #InternationalWomensDay Our work is inspired and driven by the incredible women across our Unit whose dedication strengthens our leadership in health research in #Gambia and #WestAfrica. #IWD2026 #GiveToGain #WomenInScience #HealthResearch

A great video from our partners on the impact that CEPI's funding is having on clinical trial preparedness in the West Africa region ⬇️

West Africa is stepping up the fight against #LassaFever & future epidemics. Through the @cepi.net funded #ARCWA project, regional partners are building the capacity to develop & test vaccines within the first 100 days of an outbreak. 🎥Full video: tinyurl.com/2v2kmh86

We’re hosting the inception meeting for the Molecular Epidemiology & Cross-border Transmission of Leprosy project, generating evidence to guide targeted control & elimination efforts. This initiative strengthens regional capacity and cross-border surveillance in #Gambia & #Senegal.

#PublicationAlert 🚨 A new study published by @thelancetinfdis.bsky.social, in partnership with Scandinavian Biopharma, shows that the ETVAX vaccine can significantly reduce severe diarrhoea in young children. Read more: tinyurl.com/yc7m34wx #GlobalHealth #ChildHealth #VaccinesWork

We’re hosting a 2-day Investigators’ Meeting for the Childhood TB biosignature validation (CORRAL) study, supported by #MRC UKRI. Researchers from #Gambia, #UK, #Germany & #SouthAfrica are reviewing progress & next steps toward non-sputum TB diagnostics for children in #Africa. #EndChildhoodTB

The NIHR global health group -funded @chimeproject.bsky.social project recently hosted a seminar exploring maternal mental health through culture, community, & music. This project examines how culturally embedded, music-based interventions can enhance maternal #MentalHealth. #MusicAndHealth

Today, we hosted the annual Tuberculosis research meeting in collaboration with #Gambia National Leprosy & Tuberculosis Control Programme at the Ministry of Health. The meeting convened 35 researchers & health professionals to review ongoing progress & identify priority areas in #TB research.

📢 #OpportunityAlert! Biobank Manager Are you a skilled professional ready to contribute to high-quality research operations that improve health outcomes? Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/a4pym2bx 📆 Deadline: 28th February 2026 #HealthResearch #WestAfrica #CareerOpportunity

#HappyFriday! We're pleased to share another issue of Our Science #Newsletter. This edition features a range of activities & achievements from our Unit. We look forward to sharing more exciting news in our upcoming releases. Enjoy! ⤵️ tinyurl.com/mrfx7paz #HealthResearch

📢 We’re #Hiring! Join our team to strengthen health research in #WestAfrica & beyond. We’re recruiting: 🔹 Laboratory Manager 🔬 🔹 Procurement Regulatory Compliance Manager 👩‍💼 🔹 Field Worker 🧑‍⚕️ Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/a4pym2bx 📆 Deadline: 20th February 2026 #CareerOpportunity #HealthResearch

West Africa is strengthening its defence against #LassaFever and future epidemics. The @cepi.net -funded #ARCWA project is building locally led clinical research capacity to develop & test vaccines within the first 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ days of an outbreak. Watch: tinyurl.com/2v2kmh86 #ARCWA #EpidemicPreparedness

It’s International Day of Women and Girls in Science 🧪 Today, we celebrate Haddijatou Mbye & Thorey K. Jonsdottir and their shared commitment to improving global health through research, mentorship, and community. Read their story: www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen... #WomenInScience #GlobalHealth

Students of the ongoing #ICEMS course were delighted to meet Prof Patrick Chinnery, Executive Chair of #MRC @ukri.org. ICEMS is one of several world-class learning opportunities that we bring to African scientists thanks to the support of @gsk.bsky.social granting us 20 scholarships this year.

It's a #Wrap! Prof. Patrick Chinnery, Executive Chair of #MRC @ukri.org & Prof. Lucy Chappell concluded a week-long visit to our Unit highlighting ⤵️ ✅Impactful research ✅Strong community partnerships ✅Building capacity to strengthen health systems in #Gambia & the region. #Collaboration #Research

Every year, we host Introductory Courses in Epidemiology and Medical Statistics bringing world-class training to early career researchers in #Africa. Through our "Meet the Professors sessions" on the Beach, students engage with leading scientists & explore new possibilities for research journeys.

Prof. Patrick Chinnery, Executive Chair of @ukri.org, & Prof. Lucy Chappell, Chief Scientific Adviser #DHSC & CEO of @nihr.bsky.social visited Keneba & Basse field stations engaging field teams, community partners, & highlighting #MRC research priorities. #Collaboration

We join the #GlobalHealth community in mourning Professor Sir Nicholas White, a towering figure in malaria research. His leadership transformed malaria treatment worldwide, saving millions of lives. Our thoughts are with his family at this time.

Today, we welcome Prof. Patrick Chinnery, Executive Chair of MRC @ukri.org & Prof. Lucy Chappell, Chief Scientific Adviser #DHSc & CEO of @nihr.bsky.social. An exciting opportunity to strengthen collaboration & showcase the impact of #MRC in the region towards building stronger #HealthSystems.

The 4th edition of the Introductory Course in Epidemiology & Medical Statistics is underway, bringing together biomedical researchers from 16 African countries. This 3-week course is part of our efforts to strengthen & nurture #HealthResearch capacities in Africa.

Yesterday, with visiting PhD students from the @crick.ac.uk, we visited Charles Jaw Memorial Academy to engage Biology students in a hands-on DNA extraction activity, sparking curiosity and inspiring interest in careers in #MedicalResearch. #Nurturing #Learning

Yesterday, the Art of Ageing study held a showcase at MRCG featuring top entries from its art competition & a screening of the project film. The event brought together older people, community representatives, researchers & officials from The Gambia Ministry of Health. #HealthyAgeing

#PublicationAlert 🚨 Preventing #CervicalCancer starts with data! A 🆕 study funded by the #MRC & @gatesfoundation.bsky.social in #Gambia is examining #HPV prevalence to inform effective prevention strategies that seek to transform #PublicHealth policy. Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/62na4u8u

We are hiring: Principal Nursing Officer 🩺👩‍⚕️ Are you a senior nursing professional with strong leadership skills and passion for delivering high-quality patient care in a #research setting? Apply now: tinyurl.com/a4pym2bx 📆 Deadline: 29 December 2025

Have you heard of our short courses?🤔 Our introductory course on Essentials of Clinical Trials is now available. Running from 23rd March to 1st April, 2026 You can learn more about the course here👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course... Deadline: 16th February 2026

We are excited to hold our annual Director’s Awards 2025! A night of recognition and celebration of our staff who strive to advance research to improve health across the globe. #CelebratingExcellence #DA2025 1/4

It’s a wrap! 🎉 Our 3-day Strengthening Adoption of Epiverse Tools in Africa training ends on a high note. As 10 epiverse fellows from 10 #WestAfrican countries are now equipped with new skills, thanks to #DataDotOrg & WHO African Region. #EpiverseTRACE @epiverse-trace.bsky.social

Day 2 of our #Epiverse training in Africa 🌍 is underway! Participants dive into: ✅ Interoperability in health data systems ✅ Practical sessions with Epiverse tools These topics strengthen data-driven decision-making & boost #RegionalCollaboration in health research across #WestAfrica.

🎓 Opportunity Alert! Are you passionate about #InfectiousDiseases & #Tuberculosis in #WestAfrica? Apply for a fully-funded PhD at an African-based research institution with the @lshtm.bsky.social CREATE Matched PhD programme! Read more ➡️ tinyurl.com/msnh6pmf 📅 Deadline: 2 Jan 2026

We're excited to kick off a 3-day training on Strengthening Adoption of Epiverse_TRACE Tools in Africa #WHOAFRO in #Senegal. Organised with #DataDotOrg & funded by New Venture Fund, the workshop promotes data driven decision making & boosts regional collaborations for better #EpidemicPreparedness.

EVI co-hosted a 2-day translational vaccinology workshop with @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social as part of #MMVC, to strengthen skills in vaccine R&D & clinical trials 💉🩺 EVI led sessions on development, clinical trials & practical research. Read more⬇️ www.euvaccine.eu/post/boostin...

Our Introductory Course in Epidemiology & Medical Statistics is now open for applications for 2026. Find out more & apply 👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course... Running 26th January to 14th February 2026. 🗓️Deadline: 10th December 2025. #GlobalHealth

#PublicationAlert 🚨 A new study funded by MRC & the Gates Foundations shows high acceptance of the HPV vaccine among caregivers in #Gambia, with limited knowledge creating space for #Misinformation. Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/5eka38kr

📢We’re #Hiring! Are you a seasoned quality professional ready to drive excellence in research operations? Join our vibrant team in leading health research in West Africa to save lives and improve health across the world. Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/a4pym2bx 📅 27 November 2025

Our esteemed colleague, Prof Alfred Ngwa, delivered his #InauguralLecture today, sharing highlights from his journey researching River Blindness & malaria, from early immunology work in #Cameroon to leading genomic studies at MRCG. 🎉🎉Join us to congratulate Prof. Ngwa on this significant milestone!

Today, Professor Alfred Amambua-Ngwa will deliver his #InauguralLecture, showcasing his work in clinical immunology & #GlobalHealth research. Read more about his lecture and join us at 17:15 GMT ↩️ tinyurl.com/yy82e6sn Stay tuned!

MRCG participated at the World Conference on Lung Health 2025 in Copenhagen, #Denmark. Our team contributed through session chairing, oral talks & poster presenations, sharing insights on #TB, #LungHealth & approaches to tackling #GlobalHealth challenges. @tb-lshtm.bsky.social #EndTB #UnionConf

Honoured to welcome #AfricaCDC West Africa RCC Regional Director, Dr Alinon Kokou to #MRCG. Discussions centred on: ✅Collaborations ✅Strengthening #ClinicalResearch capacity ✅Enhancing regional #EpidemicPreparedness & response to build a more resilient African research ecosystem. #Partnerships

This week, we're hosting a Flow Cytometry training for 1️⃣4️⃣ lab scientists from @ucadsenegal.bsky.social, l’Hôpital Dalal Jamm & #MRCG, funded by #FAISAfrica. Organised with the Gambia Immunology Society, the course aims to enhance participants skills to strengthen lab capacity in #WestAfrica.