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Research The Interdisciplinary Consortium for Epidemics Research (ICER) is a proposed consortium aimed at addressing the lack of coordinated clinical research infrastructure in low- and middle-income countries, which hinders the development of effective interventions for epidemic-prone infections.

Epidemic Detection

This is a critical process that involves identifying the early signs of disease outbreaks before they spread uncontrollably.

Epidemic Detection

By monitoring patterns in public health data, tracking unusual spikes in illness, and utilizing advanced technology such as AI and data analytics, experts can detect potential epidemics quickly. Early detection allows for a timely response, helping to contain the spread, protect communities, and ultimately save lives. Collaboration between healthcare professionals, researchers, and governments is essential to ensure that when warning signs appear, the world is prepared to act swiftly and effectively.

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Clinical Care

This plays a vital role in epidemic research by providing direct insights into how diseases affect patients in real time.

Clinical Care

During outbreaks, healthcare professionals not only treat the infected but also gather valuable data on symptoms, disease progression, and treatment outcomes. This hands-on care helps researchers better understand the disease, leading to the development of more effective treatments and interventions. Clinical care bridges the gap between research and practice, ensuring that patient care and scientific discovery work together to combat epidemics and improve public health response.

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Containment

This is a crucial strategy which involves limiting disease spread once an outbreak becomes inevitable.

Containment

It involves measures to limit the spread of the disease and reduce its impact on communities. Public health authorities deploy methods such as quarantine, travel restrictions, vaccination campaigns, and public awareness initiatives to contain the outbreak. Effective containment not only saves lives but also buys time for researchers to develop treatments and vaccines. By isolating the affected and safeguarding the healthy, containment serves as a frontline defense, crucial to preventing an epidemic from becoming a full-scale public health crisis.

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Building a World Free from Epidemic Threats

We are working to foster interdisciplinary research collaboration to enable rapid infectious diseases epidemic detection, containment, and optimized clinical care delivery that will inform policies to improve health outcomes
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Excellence in Epidemics research

Our Influence on Epidemic Control

Our commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of epidemics is reflected in our dedication to sharing research findings across a variety of relevant platforms. Our rigorous research efforts have resulted in numerous publications, including policy briefs and articles featured in top-tier peer-reviewed journals. These publications serve as valuable resources for policymakers, offering reliable data, insightful analysis, and evidence-based recommendations. Below are some of our ongoing projects.
  • SMART Trial
  • DECIPHER-MPOX
  • PREGMPOX
  • Phase I/II Randomized Placebo controlled trial
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Result Focused Research Approaches

Our Research Approaches

Our research approaches focus on building strategic partnerships, engaging communities, and integrating social science with clinical research. We prioritize efficient logistics, ethical reviews, and robust disease surveillance while collecting bio-specimens to support future therapeutic and vaccine development.

Pre-Outbreak and Inter-Epidemic Activities

We focus on building strategic partnerships to enhance epidemic preparedness. It integrates social science with clinical research, strengthens disease surveillance, and prioritizes effective interventions before and during outbreaks.

Intra-Epidemic and Outbreak Activities

This approach enhances outbreak research through community engagement, streamlined logistics, and expedited ethics reviews, while collecting bio-specimens for future therapeutic and vaccine development.

A Passionate Team

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Prof Bruce Kirenga
Prof Bruce J Kirenga
Chief Research Scientist & Founding Director, MLI
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Dr Pauline Byakika
Physician, Epidemiologist & Academic Researcher
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Dr Misaki Wayengera New
Dr Misaki Wayengera
Physician, Academician & Medical Researcher
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Dr Barnabas Bakamutumaho
Doctor, Uganda Virus Research Institute
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Dr Henry Kyobe New
Dr Henry Kyobe Bosa
Senior Research Scientist, Makerere Lung Institute
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Prof Wilber Sabiiti 2
Prof Wilber Sabiiti
University of St Andrews/MUK Lung Institute
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Dr Juliet Mwanga 3
Dr Juliet Mwanga
Director, Epicentre Research Centre Mbarara
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Dr Eliano Peter New
Dr Peter J Elyanu
Director of Research, Baylor-Uganda
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Dr Betty Mwesigwa New
Dr Betty Mwesigwa
Deputy Director, MUK - Walter Reed Project
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Mr Mudarshiru Bbuye
Mr Mudarshiru Bbuye
Research Officer, Makerere University Lung Institute
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