MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit

MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit We aim to impact on health policy and practice through quality research and capacity building

A study conducted by MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit scientists in central Uganda has demonstrated that a dual H...
02/09/2025

A study conducted by MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit scientists in central Uganda has demonstrated that a dual HIV/syphilis rapid diagnostic test (RDT) is transforming maternal care.

The introduction of this single test increased testing among pregnant women from 50% to 84%, doubled proper treatment for those infected from 30% to 62%. The test also presented the potential of reducing infections passed from mother to child by about 40%.

Dr. Etheldreda Nakimuli-Mpungu, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit delivered a p...
07/08/2025

Dr. Etheldreda Nakimuli-Mpungu, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit delivered a presentation titled “Balancing Empathy with Authority in Health Regulation: Impact on Patient Care.” at the 27th Annual Conference of the Association of Medical Councils of Africa - AMCOA, held from July 27–31 2025 at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala.

She recommended creating confidential, non-punitive fitness assessments for health workers and investing in systems that balance protection with support.
Dr. Etheldreda Nakimuli-Mpungu stated that shifting from punitive to more rehabilitative and compassionate frameworks is essential for improving patient care and supporting healthcare professionals.

The 5 day conference brought together health regulators, policy makers and medical professionals from across the continent who convened to reimagine regulatory practice under the theme “Regulator 2.0: The Balanced Approach.”

A landmark study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology has identified a new subtype of type 1 diabetes in Afr...
24/07/2025

A landmark study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology has identified a new subtype of type 1 diabetes in African youth across sub-Saharan Africa, one that lacks the usual autoimmune and genetic risk markers.

Led by the YODA Study team in Uganda, Cameroon, and South Africa, and supported by National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and international partners, the findings raise critical concerns around misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment in African settings.

Discover what this means for clinical care, research, and global health equity here: https://www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/units/mrc-uganda/news/465101/new-form-type-1-diabetes-identified-african-youth-landmark-study-reveals

We are excited to announce our new collaboration with Roche African Genomics Program (AGP), focused on strengthening gen...
22/07/2025

We are excited to announce our new collaboration with Roche African Genomics Program (AGP), focused on strengthening genomic research across the continent through the Medical Research Council-AGP grant.

This partnership will expand access to cutting edge high-performance computing technology at the Unit’s Uganda Medical Informatics Centre (UMIC) and fuel the next generation of African bioinformatics leaders through targeted capacity building and postdoctoral support.

As part of this commitment, we are looking for an Assistant Professor to coordinate this exciting work. This role will be key in shaping bioinformatics research, overseeing workflows at UMIC, mentoring emerging African scientists, and driving innovation in genomics.

Are you passionate about advancing genomic research in Africa and strengthening bioinformatics capacity? Apply by 30 July 2025.

For more information: http://bit.ly/44KBj2p
Learn more about UMIC: https://lnkd.in/dhhQQRXy

Researchers on the COVVAR study engaged healthcare stakeholders at the Unit to share new findings on the effectiveness o...
09/07/2025

Researchers on the COVVAR study engaged healthcare stakeholders at the Unit to share new findings on the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines in real-world African settings.

The study showed that COVID-19 vaccination reduced symptomatic infections by 50%, particularly among individuals who received their last dose within the past 12 months. Despite this, only 19.2% of participants were fully vaccinated, with frontline healthcare workers reporting the highest uptake.

These results raise the need to broaden vaccine awareness efforts beyond the healthcare sector and improve access in rural and underserved communities. Strengthening these areas is key to increasing protection and enhancing preparedness for future outbreaks.

Read more here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39772170/

As the world changes, so does our research.The General Population Cohort is continually adapting to address today’s heal...
16/06/2025

As the world changes, so does our research.
The General Population Cohort is continually adapting to address today’s health priorities. Recent innovations in the GPC include:

📍 Integration of digital health technologies
📍 Biomarker sampling for better understanding of chronic and infectious diseases
📍 Research on the intersection between health and climate change

These innovations ensure that the GPC isn’t just looking backward, but forward, supporting scientists and policymakers respond to emerging threats and health trends in real time.

Explore the future-facing work we’re doing: https://www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/centres-projects-groups/general-population-cohort -work

Interested in utilising GPC data in your research? We’ve made it easy.The General Population Cohort provides open access...
12/06/2025

Interested in utilising GPC data in your research? We’ve made it easy.

The General Population Cohort provides open access to its rich data resources for bona fide researchers and institutions. Whether you're a postgraduate student, academic, or public health practitioner, our data can support your next big idea.

To access our data:
Review available datasets on our website
Submit a brief concept note outlining your project
Our Data Access Committee will review and connect with you

Get started here: https://www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/centres-projects-groups/general-population-cohort -data

The General Population Cohort evolves with public health priorities.The GPC was launched in 1989 in response to the HIV/...
11/06/2025

The General Population Cohort evolves with public health priorities.

The GPC was launched in 1989 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Since then, it has expanded to cover a broad range of research areas including non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, ageing and mental health, social determinants of health, emerging infections and pandemics
By combining health, behavioral, and environmental data over time, the GPC offers researchers and policymakers a comprehensive view of public health challenges and how they change.

Dive into our latest work and see what questions we’re exploring now: https://www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/centres-projects-groups/general-population-cohort -work

The MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, in collaboration with the MRC Unit The Gambia at the London School of Hygie...
11/06/2025

The MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, in collaboration with the MRC Unit The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and the MRC Unit The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, through the Epiverse-TRACE initiative funded by data.org, will hold a 2-week hands-on training on "Outbreak Analytics and Applied Modelling with R" from 11–22 August, 2025, at the MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, Entebbe Campus.

This course is designed for field epidemiologists, public health professionals, researchers and students in Uganda who are interested in using data science tools to investigate and respond to disease outbreaks. Participants will explore practical approaches to outbreak data analysis, real-time estimation of key outbreak metrics and modelling intervention impacts. The training will make use of specialized R packages developed by the Epiverse-TRACE initiative and others, offering a unique opportunity to apply these techniques to real-world public health scenarios.

Important to note:
Participants are required to bring their own laptops.
Training sessions will run daily from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM, with a lunch break from 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.

Secure your spot here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=oaKtcild7U6xlPh0V3cUnuJi79dolFdJoZ1qVAcSQu9UQTNUTkxENUVWRFkxWUNSSFVBNlc5MTZMWi4u&route=shorturl

Please note that application closes on 27 June, 2025.

Ever heard of the General Population Cohort (GPC)?For over 35 years the GPC has been one of Africa’s richest sources of ...
10/06/2025

Ever heard of the General Population Cohort (GPC)?

For over 35 years the GPC has been one of Africa’s richest sources of longitudinal population health data, based in rural southwestern Uganda, and built in partnership with the communities it studies.

More than a dataset, it’s a dynamic platform that has informed global understanding of HIV, non-communicable diseases, ageing and more. The GPC tracks real people across time, revealing how health, society and systems evolve together.

Want to know more about the GPC? Click here: https://www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/centres-projects-groups/general-population-cohort

Upcoming Public Webinar:As access to po*******hy becomes widespread and unfiltered, many young people are learning about...
29/05/2025

Upcoming Public Webinar:

As access to po*******hy becomes widespread and unfiltered, many young people are learning about s*x, consent, and relationships through unrealistic and often harmful content. What are the consequences and what can be done?

The Gender, Violence and Health Research Group (GVHRG) at the MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, in partnership with the Australian violence prevention initiative, It’s Time We Talked, invites you to an informative conversation.

Webinar Theme: Po*******hy, Young People, and Sexual Violence

Date: 2 June 2025 | 12:00–2:00pm EAT

Keynote Speaker:
Maree Crabbe – internationally recognised educator, author, and filmmaker with 30+ years of experience in s*xual violence prevention and youth engagement. She is the Director of It’s Time We Talked and an influential voice on media literacy and youth wellbeing.

This webinar will examine how po*******hy is influencing youth culture and development, explore links between po*******hy and s*xual violence, discuss practical approaches to support young people, families, educators, and communities in responding to these challenges

Whether you work in health, education, policy, or community outreach, this is a timely and vital discussion not to miss.

🔗 Register to attend: https://lshtm.zoom.us/j/91362881259

20/05/2025

In case you missed it…

Catch Professor Moffat Nyirenda, Director MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit in a powerful conversation with Her Excellency, Lisa Chesney, MBE, the High Commissioner at UK in Uganda, and Capital FilmsBd 's Patricia Osman. Together, they discuss how research, science, innovation, and technology can be harnessed to meet Uganda’s growth and development needs.

A must-watch for anyone passionate about sustainable development, partnerships, and the future of science in Uganda.

Watch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/dftyBZGc

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