Current Organisation

University of Nairobi

Current Job Title

Lecturer

Biography

Project Title

International Aids Vaccine Initiative (IAVI), United Kingdom.

EDCTP Project Call

EDCTP Clinical Research & Development Fellowship (R&D F)

Host Organisation

Project Objectives

1. Learn the process of development and implementation of a new laboratory tests (diagnostics), 2. Acquire practical experience in clinical trial design and implementation in a multi-country, multi-cultural environment, 3 Enhance scientific writing, grant application and mentorship skills, 4 To establish research collaborations with both academia and industry. The specific objectives are; 1 To increase laboratory capacity in clinical trial research through training in advanced laboratory skills, diagnostics and quality systems (GCLP compliance, quality control safety procedures, 2 To acquire practical experience and exposure in the conduct of a clinical trial in a multi-country, multi-cultural environment , 3, To disseminate acquired skills and knowledge through capacity building training initiatives (mentorship/supervision) and scientific workshops/seminar, 4 Establish networking with scientists/ researchers at host and local organisations for engagement in joint research initiatives.

Study Design

12 month placement at IAVI and 6 months at the home organization.

Project Summary

This fellowship will be undertaken for the development of human resources and should promote high quality research and development in SSA to tackle poverty related diseases. This programme has two phases of work. The first phase is a training plan that will take 12 months. Fellows will be placed in European-based host organisations (pharmaceutical companies, Clinical Research Organisations, clinical or academic affiliated research organisations and PDPs) to train and develop specific clinical research skills of relevance to PRDs. The second phase is a re-integration plan of 6 months. Fellow will be at home organization and will transfer knowledge through workshop training, seminar, round table and teaching of peers, colleagues and students.

Results & Outcomes