Rejection doesn’t always mean you’re not good enough.
Often, it means your profile didn’t match what the scholarship was built to fund.
Understanding how applications are actually reviewed can significantly impact how you apply and your chances of success.
#Scholarships
Yesterday at #ASTMH 2025, I experienced one of those surreal moments that remind you why sharing your work matters.
I had the incredible honor of meeting Prof. Jennifer Downs , an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Global Health.
Check out my latest article: " The Silent Crisis: How Malnutrition is Stealing Tanzania’s Future Leaders" https://t.co/hxh5GGXw6m via @LinkedIn
Check out my latest article: The First 1000 Days in Early Childhood Neurocognitive Development: The Role of Severe and Low-Density Malaria Infections https://t.co/AOdPMPGPlv via @LinkedIn
FEATURE:
Ifakara role in new malaria vaccine development highlighted 🦟💉🌍
Proud moment for @Ifakarahealth! Featured in @The_EastAfrican for our role in advancing malaria prevention through the R21/Matrix-MTM malaria vaccine clinical trials.
The piece highlights the significance of the R21/Matrix-MTM vaccine, which has exhibited promising efficacy in preventing malaria cases, particularly among vulnerable populations in high transmission areas.
With backing from the @WHO and @gavi, efforts are underway to ensure fair access to the vaccine in malaria-endemic regions.
At Ifakara we continue to push the boundaries of scientific discovery in the fight against malaria and other pressing public health challenges worldwide.
>> https://t.co/l597bGR8G7
>> #IFAKARAevents
By accelerating our efforts, embracing diversity, and championing human rights, we can create a world where no child's potential is limited by malaria. Together, let's accelerate the fight against malaria for a more equitable world.
#EndMalaria#HealthEquity#WorldMalariaDay2024
*World Malaria Day 2024: Empowering Communities, Saving Lives*
On this World Malaria Day, we unite under the theme of "Gender, Health Equity, and Human Rights" to emphasize the importance of inclusivity and fairness in our fight against malaria.
Every child, regardless of gender or background, deserves a future free from the burden of malaria. We must ensure equitable access to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for all, upholding the fundamental human right to health.
Apply for the Sub-Saharan Africa Advanced Consortium for Biostatistics PhD studentship @SSACABDeltas in collaboration with the @KEMRI_Wellcome & @IDeAL_KEMRI_WT
Deadline: April 30, 2024
Apply: https://t.co/O18vanvtRP
#MIM2024:
Ifakara scientists at malaria conference in Kigali 🇷🇼
@Ifakarahealth scientists are joining forces with key players in the fight against #malaria in Africa at the 8th Pan-African Malaria Conference in Kigali, Rwanda. They aim to explore this year's theme, "Grassroots Mobilization to End Malaria: Invest, Innovate & Integrate."
A notable side event had seasoned scientists from @Ifakarahealth take part in a symposium organized by @MalariaAtlas titled: Modeling for Malaria Decision Making in Africa: Enhanced Technical Support and Capacity Strengthening. 💻📊🌍
The symposium is a symbol of how collaboration can drive growth in #modelling and #datascience for impactful change towards tackling #malaria in Africa. 🤝🦟
>> https://t.co/l3VSgUJDDp
>> #IFAKARAevents
🩺 HEALTH ECONOMICS:
High non-medical costs for chronic disease patients in Tanzania
🔍 In a study published on @BMJ_Open by scientists from @SwissTPH and @Ifakarahealth, it has been found that accessing healthcare in rural Tanzania 🇹🇿 comes with significant financial burdens for patients with chronic conditions.
📊 Conducted between November 2020 and January 2021, the study highlights that the costs of seeking healthcare often exceed the minimum daily income, posing challenges for patients.
🗨️ The scientists recommend addressing the high non-medical costs faced by chronic disease patients seeking healthcare in Tanzania through policy reforms to improve the availability and quality of care in dispensaries and health centers which could reduce the costs.
>> https://t.co/XieWJYE710
>> #IFAKARAnews #IFAKARAresearch
🦟 MALARIA RESEARCH:
How timing influences mosquito resistance to insecticides
⏲️ Timing matters in the battle against mosquito resistance to insecticides; that’s why scientists @ifakarahealth, @LSHTM and other partners recommend their consideration when planning #malaria studies.
🔍 In their study, published on the Parasites & Vectors journal, they underline the significance of timing when testing insecticides after experiments conducted using the @WHO’s cone bioassays method showed that mosquitoes resistant to insecticides had lower mortality rates when exposed in the evening compared to daytime.
🧬 But why does timing matter? The study points to mosquito biology, as they exhibit different responses to insecticides depending on the time of day, underscoring the importance of understanding their biology for effective #malaria control strategies.
>> https://t.co/P22k0dBomW
>> #IFAKARAnews #IFAKARAresearch