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02/10/2024

Take a look at our newest blog post for exclusive insights into our participation at the UNGA 79 Science Summit! From an impactful session on "Indigenous Knowledge for Global Health Solutions - Harnessing African Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, and Policy Development for Equitable Impact." to the launch of our Bio-Heritage Initiative and the release of our White Paper, catch all the highlights from key moments!

Read full article here: https://www.landcent.nl/updates/advancing-indigenous-knowledge-for-global-health-unga79

At the 79th UNGA Science Summit, Landcent introduced the Bio-Heritage Initiative, integrating Indigenous knowledge with AI to drive healthcare innovation for underserved communities. UNGA | Jan 19, 2024

19/09/2024

Our session on “Indigenous Knowledge for Global Health Solutions - Harnessing African Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, and Policy Development for Equitable Impact” at the 79th UNGA Science Summit is right around the corner. This event will spotlight the vital role of African Indigenous knowledge in healthcare.

We will also be introducing our Bio-Heritage Initiative, which aims to drive healthcare innovation by blending traditional knowledge with cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).

Join us as we explore these significant topics together!

Discover more about the session in Alpha Galileo’s press release here: https://www.alphagalileo.org/en-gb/Item-Display/ItemId/250182?returnurl=https://www.alphagalileo.org/en-gb/Item-Display/ItemId/250182

18/09/2024

The clock is ticking! ⏳ Only 3 days left to register for our UNGA 79 Science Summit session!

Join us as we delve into how African Indigenous medical practices are shaping the future of global healthcare. Discover the rich history and innovative applications of this untapped resource in our upcoming session at the 79th UNGA on Sep 20th.

Don't forget to secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/g8-wtGvW

13/09/2024

From groundbreaking discussions to innovative partnerships, discover how Landcent is playing a significant role in shaping the future of global health with the transformative power of uniting traditional wisdom with modern innovation.

Read our latest blog here to get the full story on our agenda and initiatives at this year’s UNGA 79 Science Summit: https://www.landcent.nl/updates/landcent-at-the-79th-unga-science-summit-2024

03/09/2024

Tanzania is now the fourth country in Africa, alongside Rwanda, Uganda, and Eritrea, identified with partial resistance to artemisinin—the key component in leading malaria treatments. This resistance signals a growing challenge across the continent. Regional collaboration and innovative strategies are essential to combating resistance. Current treatments remain effective, but diversifying options is crucial for future safety.

In The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Deus S Ishengoma and colleagues1 confirm Tanzania as the fourth African country—alongside Rwanda, Uganda, and Eritrea—to meet the WHO criteria for falciparum malaria with artemisinin partial resistance (ART-R). This finding is undoubtedly part of a much larger ...

28/08/2024

We are excited to be part of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

We will be actively hosting sessions and engaging in crucial discussions aimed at advancing equitable health solutions and promoting sustainable development on a global scale. During the Summit, we look forward to sharing our insights and learning from a variety of knowledge systems as we collaborate with global leaders and stakeholders to tackle health challenges in underserved regions.

The UNGA offers a crucial platform for us to both inspire and engage in collective action, highlighting the vital role of collaboration in addressing some of the world’s most urgent health issues. Through innovation, equity, and sustainability, Landcent is committed to driving meaningful change.

Stay tuned for all the highlights from this year's UNGA and join us in our mission to foster a healthier, more equitable world. Discover more about the event by registering here: https://sciencesummitunga.com/science-summit-unga79/

20/08/2024

Today on World Mosquito Day, we honor the groundbreaking work of Sir Ronald Ross who, in 1897, discovered that female Anopheles mosquitoes are the carriers of malaria to humans. This day is not just a remembrance, but a call to action in the ongoing battle against one of the world’s deadliest diseases.

In 2022 alone, malaria affected 249 million people and claimed 608,000 lives. Nearly half of the global population lives under the threat of this severe public health challenge.

Yet, there is hope on the horizon. By uniting in our efforts and supporting innovations in prevention and treatment, we can make a significant impact. Landcent is at the forefront, developing and distributing life-saving tools to protect the world’s most vulnerable communities.

Join us in marking this important day by spreading the word and supporting global efforts to end malaria. Together, we can overcome this disease, strive towards a malaria-free future and improve health outcomes for the most impacted communities.

14/08/2024

A recent study published in Science by researchers from the University of Leeds and the University of Namibia indicates that climate change might significantly reduce areas at risk for malaria in Africa, while also intensifying transmission in certain persistent hotspots.

Study forecasts reduction in areas conducive for malaria, but warns of easier transmission in hotspots due to climate change.

07/08/2024

Climate Alert: The WHO estimates that between 2030 and 2050, climate change could cause an additional 250,000 deaths annually from malaria, malnutrition, diarrhea, and heat stress. Health ministers across Commonwealth countries are now facing climate change as their top concern.

Heat stress and increase in insect-borne diseases particularly acute in smaller states, warns secretary general Lady Scotland

31/07/2024

Fascinating Discoveries in Malaria Research: An international team from 80 institutions across 21 countries has reconstructed ancient Plasmodium genomes from 36 malaria-infected individuals over 5,500 years, tracing the evolutionary history and global spread of malaria! Major catalysts for its dispersal? Trade, warfare, and colonialism. This groundbreaking study offers new insights into one of humanity's oldest adversaries.

Researchers have reconstructed the evolutionary history and global spread of malaria over the past 5,500 years, identifying trade, warfare, and colonialism as major catalysts for its dispersal.

25/07/2024

New research from Oxford Economics Africa, commissioned by Malaria No More UK, shows that achieving the Sustainable Development Goal target for malaria could boost African economies significantly.

By reducing malaria by 90% by 2030, Africa's GDP could increase by $126.9 billion, averaging nearly $16 billion annually—more than the entire economy of Niger today.

Malaria-endemic countries could also see a $31 billion rise in exports, benefiting G7 nations. Nigeria, Kenya, and Angola are set to gain the most, with potential boosts of $35 billion, $9 billion, and $8.5 billion respectively.

Investing in malaria eradication is not just a health imperative—it’s an economic opportunity!

New research from Oxford Economics Africa, commissioned by RBM partner Malaria No More UK, reveals that getting back on track for the Sustainable Development Goal target on malaria would significantly bolster African economies and increase global trade. Achieving the target of reducing malaria by 90...

13/05/2024

Remembering a Legend!

Today, we celebrate the birth of Sir Ronald Ross (13 May 1857), whose pioneering work won him the 1902 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

In 1897, Ross discovered the malaria parasite in mosquitoes, proving their role in transmitting the disease and setting the stage for effective prevention methods. His later work identified the mosquito species spreading African fever.

Throughout his career, Sir Ross dedicated himself to fighting malaria globally, implementing prevention schemes in regions from West Africa to the Suez Canal and beyond, even during the tumultuous times of the 1914-1918 war.

His dedication and scientific rigor continue to inspire us at Landcent, as we build on his legacy to innovate and develop new solutions for malaria prevention. We honor Sir Ronald Ross by continuing to advance the frontiers of public health.