MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM

We are leading health research in West Africa to save lives and improve health across the world.

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

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[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

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We’re back on @grtstvofficial Radio LIVE today for the MRCG Hour!

Tune in as we explore the role of our laboratories in advancing research and strengthening #PublicHealth impact.

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[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

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[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

Kick-off meeting for the German Research Foundation funded project on De-biased & Interpretable Foundation Models to Reconstruct Health History from Fundus Images in 🇬🇲, with University of Tübingen.

Using AI + retinal imaging to improve fair, early disease detection in #Africa.

[MARCAD Plus @MARCAD7]

#MARCADPlus fellow, Dr Majidah, presented part of her research findings on ''Genetic diversity & signatures of selection in #ivermectin target glutamate-gated chloride channel of #Anopheles populations in sub-Saharan Africa'' at the @mrcunitgambia Genomics Interest Group meeting

[Every Breath Counts @EBCCoalition]

Dr Grant Mackenzie from @mrcunitgambia
highlights massive financial hit countries transitioning from @gavi face in paying for PCV👇

What are their options?

Solutions being discussed on @IPAWorldorg
webinar now!

@naveenthacker @MCRI_for_kids @uOttawaMed
@UNICEFhealth @gavi @gateshealth
#VaccinesWork #SecurePCV #ChildSurvivalAction

[Nigeria Health Watch @nighealthwatch]

Dr. Ahmed Futa shared how @mrcunitgambia has spent nearly 80 years strengthening infectious disease research through investments in laboratories, clinical research facilities, quality systems, data platforms and training the next generation of African researchers.

Reflecting on lessons from multi-country clinical trials, Dr. Ahmed Futa emphasised that preparedness starts with early stakeholder engagement. Bringing together regulators, ethics committees, ministries, investigators and sponsors from the outset, alongside standardised systems and trial-ready sites, enables faster study activation and stronger evidence generation during outbreaks.

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

We're excited to kick off a 4-day Researcher Leadership & Grant Writing Workshop with early & mid-career researchers from 10 African countries.

Thanks to the NIHR RIGHT Call 7 CARisSA Project, it seeks to empower participants with strategies required to lead & excel in research.

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

Caregivers and health care workers welcome new child-friendly #TB diagnosis study in 🇬🇲.

Published in @BMJ_Open, the study shows this @WHO-recommended approach is acceptable but may be embarrassing for adolescents.

Read more 👉https://t.co/VddhRy9cZ3

#ChildhoodTB #GlobalHealth

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

Today, we launch the first pilot project on 3D-printed prosthetic leg technology in 🇬🇲 for people living with disabilities.

Funded by @EUinTheGambia, this seeks to improve equitable access to prosthetic solutions for people with below-knee amputations.

#HealthInnovation

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

#HappeningNow

We have commenced a three-day workshop to strengthen evidence synthesis skills for PhD students through practical training in systematic reviews & #MetaAnalysis, supported by the @WHO/TDR Clinical Research Leadership Fellowship.

#CapacityBuilding #HealthResearch

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

📢#OpportunityAlert

Apply for a fully funded PhD on detecting & reducing bias in AI foundation models using fundus images for healthcare in 🇬🇲

To apply, email [email protected] to request the application form.

Read more 👉https://t.co/ZPRFBI38cf

📅22nd June 2026

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

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[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

#LiveOnAir📻

We're back on @grtstvofficial Radio LIVE today!

Tune in as we discuss MRCG’s contribution to tackling hypertension, diabetes, obesity & tobacco use in the 🇬🇲& how research is helping with early detection and prevention.

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#NCDs #PublicHealth

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

#LiveOnAir📻

We're back on @grtstvofficial Radio LIVE today!

Tune in as we discuss MRCG’s contribution to tackling hypertension, diabetes, obesity & tobacco use in the 🇬🇲& how research is helping with early detection and prevention.

Join the conversation!

#NCDs #PublicHealth

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

A 🆕study published in @TheLancetPlanet shows that exposure to high temperatures can affect the health of pregnant women, the placenta & unborn babies.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/NUDFfAWz8a

#ClimateChange #MaternalHealth

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

Empowering African Health Professionals!

Watch the highlights of our 4⃣th edition of the Introductory Course in Epidemiology and Medical Statistics (ICEMS)

More 👉 https://t.co/FNiOlpRTy2

#CapacityBuilding #HealthResearch #GlobalHealth

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

#PublicationAlert 🚨

A new study published in #PLOS fungal infections among patients with #TB-like symptoms who tested negative for TB.

The findings highlight the need for improved diagnostic testing to support accurate treatment and care.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/HkSLjdxIRh

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

It’s #ClinicalTrialsDay!

Our clinical trials continue to improve healthcare, save lives, and strengthen communities through research & partnerships.

We thank our staff, partners and communities driving research excellence every day.

#ResearchExcellence #GlobalHealth

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

#OpportunityAlert🚨

Applications are invited for our Researcher Leadership & Grant Writing Workshop in collaboration with @NIHRresearch RIGHT Call 7 CARisSA Project & @KEMRI_Wellcome.

Read more 👉https://t.co/jduzEzpAzO

📅30th May 2026

#HealthResearch #GlobalHealth

[West African Research & Innovation Management Assn @WARIMA_WA]

Key discussions at #WARIMAConf17 on Building Research Management Systems: Key Pillars for Compliance.

Gilleh Thomas of @mrcunitgambia explored the systems, structures, and institutional practices needed to strengthen accountability, governance, and quality research delivery across Africa.

#ResearchCompliance

[MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia]

Advancing learning & knowledge exchange across the sub-region!

@mrcunitgambia joined global research experts at the 17th Annual @WARIMA_WA Conference & Workshops. Also marking WARIMA’s 20th anniversary, this year focuses on “Compliance = Quality Research.”

#WARIMAConf17