Training in noncommunicable diseases biomedical, clinical, epidemiological and Implementation Science research to strengthen evidence-based interventions, policy and control in Uganda
The following grant was awarded by, is supported by, is administered by or is in partnership with the Fogarty International Center at the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Funding Fogarty Program
Chronic, Noncommunicable Diseases and Disorders Research Training
Project Information in NIH RePORTER
Training in noncommunicable diseases biomedical, clinical, epidemiological and Implementation Science research to strengthen evidence-based interventions, policy and control in Uganda
Principal Institution
Makerere University
Principal Investigator(s) (PI)
Kirenga, Bruce James; Checkley, William N; Kamya, Moses Robert
Project Contact Information
Email: brucekirenga@yahoo.co.uk
Year(s) Awarded
2019–2024
Country
Uganda
Collaborators
Johns Hopkins University
Project Description
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) represent a growing burden of morbidity and mortality. Low-income countries (LICs) like Uganda have limited capacity to address the burgeoning epidemic. Research training in LICs provides an avenue to build capacity for locally generated investigations aimed at preventing and controlling NCDs. Leveraging on existing infrastructure at Makerere University College of Sciences and international collaboration with Johns Hopkins University is a comprehensive multidisciplinary research-training program for NCDs in Uganda.
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