Mammy Saidykhan
@mammysaidykhan.bsky.social
Press Officer at Medical Research Council Unit, The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (MRCG at LSHTM)
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Our esteemed colleague, Prof Alfred Ngwa, delivered his #InauguralLecture today, sharing highlights from his journey researching River Blindness & malaria, from early immunology work in #Cameroon to leading genomic studies at MRCG.
🎉🎉Join us to congratulate Prof. Ngwa on this significant milestone!
🎉🎉Join us to congratulate Prof. Ngwa on this significant milestone!
November 26, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Our esteemed colleague, Prof Alfred Ngwa, delivered his #InauguralLecture today, sharing highlights from his journey researching River Blindness & malaria, from early immunology work in #Cameroon to leading genomic studies at MRCG.
🎉🎉Join us to congratulate Prof. Ngwa on this significant milestone!
🎉🎉Join us to congratulate Prof. Ngwa on this significant milestone!
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Join us for LSHTM’s Equity in AMR Action seminar, which explores how equity influences responses to AMR.
Speakers will share their work from the WHO, LSE, and the Global Strategy Lab.
📅 12 Dec
⏲️ 13:00 GMT
Check the event details 👇
www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
Speakers will share their work from the WHO, LSE, and the Global Strategy Lab.
📅 12 Dec
⏲️ 13:00 GMT
Check the event details 👇
www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
Equity in AMR Action | LSHTM
In 2025, the Network’s seminar series invites 2-3 speakers for each event to present their work on a particular theme around prioritisation. This fourth seminar of the series presents ‘Equity in AMR
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November 24, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Join us for LSHTM’s Equity in AMR Action seminar, which explores how equity influences responses to AMR.
Speakers will share their work from the WHO, LSE, and the Global Strategy Lab.
📅 12 Dec
⏲️ 13:00 GMT
Check the event details 👇
www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
Speakers will share their work from the WHO, LSE, and the Global Strategy Lab.
📅 12 Dec
⏲️ 13:00 GMT
Check the event details 👇
www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Honoured to welcome #AfricaCDC West Africa RCC Regional Director, Dr Alinon Kokou to #MRCG. Discussions centred on:
✅Collaborations
✅Strengthening #ClinicalResearch capacity
✅Enhancing regional #EpidemicPreparedness & response to build a more resilient African research ecosystem.
#Partnerships
✅Collaborations
✅Strengthening #ClinicalResearch capacity
✅Enhancing regional #EpidemicPreparedness & response to build a more resilient African research ecosystem.
#Partnerships
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Honoured to welcome #AfricaCDC West Africa RCC Regional Director, Dr Alinon Kokou to #MRCG. Discussions centred on:
✅Collaborations
✅Strengthening #ClinicalResearch capacity
✅Enhancing regional #EpidemicPreparedness & response to build a more resilient African research ecosystem.
#Partnerships
✅Collaborations
✅Strengthening #ClinicalResearch capacity
✅Enhancing regional #EpidemicPreparedness & response to build a more resilient African research ecosystem.
#Partnerships
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🚨 #NewResearchAlert
@mrcunitgambia.bsky.social researchers contributed to a major new #HealthPolicy in @thelancet.com, informing African policymakers and showcasing the continent’s leadership in tackling the growing health impacts of #ClimateChange.
Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/uni...
@mrcunitgambia.bsky.social researchers contributed to a major new #HealthPolicy in @thelancet.com, informing African policymakers and showcasing the continent’s leadership in tackling the growing health impacts of #ClimateChange.
Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/uni...
Lancet Countdown Africa Publishes Landmark Lancet Report on Climate Change and
Lancet Countdown Africa Publishes Landmark Lancet Report on Climate Change and Health in Africa | LSHTM
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November 21, 2025 at 1:07 PM
🚨 #NewResearchAlert
@mrcunitgambia.bsky.social researchers contributed to a major new #HealthPolicy in @thelancet.com, informing African policymakers and showcasing the continent’s leadership in tackling the growing health impacts of #ClimateChange.
Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/uni...
@mrcunitgambia.bsky.social researchers contributed to a major new #HealthPolicy in @thelancet.com, informing African policymakers and showcasing the continent’s leadership in tackling the growing health impacts of #ClimateChange.
Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/uni...
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#HappeningNow
The 3rd Annual Trials Day with @lshtm.bsky.social & MRC Uganda, is here!
A platform for researchers, students and experts across the globe to showcase their work, share innovations, & discuss challenges in trial design & delivery.
#ResearchCollaboration #LSHTMTrialsDay
The 3rd Annual Trials Day with @lshtm.bsky.social & MRC Uganda, is here!
A platform for researchers, students and experts across the globe to showcase their work, share innovations, & discuss challenges in trial design & delivery.
#ResearchCollaboration #LSHTMTrialsDay
November 4, 2025 at 12:40 PM
#HappeningNow
The 3rd Annual Trials Day with @lshtm.bsky.social & MRC Uganda, is here!
A platform for researchers, students and experts across the globe to showcase their work, share innovations, & discuss challenges in trial design & delivery.
#ResearchCollaboration #LSHTMTrialsDay
The 3rd Annual Trials Day with @lshtm.bsky.social & MRC Uganda, is here!
A platform for researchers, students and experts across the globe to showcase their work, share innovations, & discuss challenges in trial design & delivery.
#ResearchCollaboration #LSHTMTrialsDay
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Highlight of the day!
Poster presentations showcased the use of AI to generate better understanding of common health challenges in #Africa – epidemic preparedness & Hepatitis B, breast cancer, TB, mental health and more.
#AI4HealthInnovation #Healthcare
4/4
Poster presentations showcased the use of AI to generate better understanding of common health challenges in #Africa – epidemic preparedness & Hepatitis B, breast cancer, TB, mental health and more.
#AI4HealthInnovation #Healthcare
4/4
November 5, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Highlight of the day!
Poster presentations showcased the use of AI to generate better understanding of common health challenges in #Africa – epidemic preparedness & Hepatitis B, breast cancer, TB, mental health and more.
#AI4HealthInnovation #Healthcare
4/4
Poster presentations showcased the use of AI to generate better understanding of common health challenges in #Africa – epidemic preparedness & Hepatitis B, breast cancer, TB, mental health and more.
#AI4HealthInnovation #Healthcare
4/4
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Speakers shared updates on #AI and better opportunities for disease surveillance, accelerating & analysing complex data to identify potential targets faster, optimise trials & predict immune responses, a powerful tool for advancing #GlobalHealth innovation.
#DataScience
3/4
#DataScience
3/4
November 5, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Speakers shared updates on #AI and better opportunities for disease surveillance, accelerating & analysing complex data to identify potential targets faster, optimise trials & predict immune responses, a powerful tool for advancing #GlobalHealth innovation.
#DataScience
3/4
#DataScience
3/4
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An exciting #DataScience month concludes with the #AI Conference under the theme “Empowering The Gambian Health Research Through Data Science & AI.”
It brought together experts , partners on data infrastructure, #AI for health research & innovation.
#HealthcareInnovation
1/4
It brought together experts , partners on data infrastructure, #AI for health research & innovation.
#HealthcareInnovation
1/4
November 5, 2025 at 2:20 PM
An exciting #DataScience month concludes with the #AI Conference under the theme “Empowering The Gambian Health Research Through Data Science & AI.”
It brought together experts , partners on data infrastructure, #AI for health research & innovation.
#HealthcareInnovation
1/4
It brought together experts , partners on data infrastructure, #AI for health research & innovation.
#HealthcareInnovation
1/4
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We wrap up the #DataScience & #AI Conference with the Poster and#Hackathon award ceremony! 🎉
Participants tackled real-world health data challenges with innovative AI-driven solutions.
#Nurturing #Learning #YoungTalent #MRCGDataScienceConference2025
Participants tackled real-world health data challenges with innovative AI-driven solutions.
#Nurturing #Learning #YoungTalent #MRCGDataScienceConference2025
November 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM
We wrap up the #DataScience & #AI Conference with the Poster and#Hackathon award ceremony! 🎉
Participants tackled real-world health data challenges with innovative AI-driven solutions.
#Nurturing #Learning #YoungTalent #MRCGDataScienceConference2025
Participants tackled real-world health data challenges with innovative AI-driven solutions.
#Nurturing #Learning #YoungTalent #MRCGDataScienceConference2025
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A 2-Day Translational Vaccinology training concludes at #MRCG with participants from #Gambia & #SierraLeone.
Organised with 🤝 @europevaccine.bsky.social & funded by #EDCTP, the training seeks to bridge the gap between research #VaccineDevelopment, manufacturing, testing & application.
#MMVC
Organised with 🤝 @europevaccine.bsky.social & funded by #EDCTP, the training seeks to bridge the gap between research #VaccineDevelopment, manufacturing, testing & application.
#MMVC
November 7, 2025 at 11:44 AM
A 2-Day Translational Vaccinology training concludes at #MRCG with participants from #Gambia & #SierraLeone.
Organised with 🤝 @europevaccine.bsky.social & funded by #EDCTP, the training seeks to bridge the gap between research #VaccineDevelopment, manufacturing, testing & application.
#MMVC
Organised with 🤝 @europevaccine.bsky.social & funded by #EDCTP, the training seeks to bridge the gap between research #VaccineDevelopment, manufacturing, testing & application.
#MMVC
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MRCG is at the @astmh.bsky.social Annual conference in #Toronto.
An exciting opportunity to share new insights on #malaria & other tropical diseases, and showcase innovative, data-driven approaches to tackling #GlobalHealth challenges.
#TropMed25 #TropicalMedicine #InfectiousDiseases
An exciting opportunity to share new insights on #malaria & other tropical diseases, and showcase innovative, data-driven approaches to tackling #GlobalHealth challenges.
#TropMed25 #TropicalMedicine #InfectiousDiseases
November 13, 2025 at 2:45 PM
MRCG is at the @astmh.bsky.social Annual conference in #Toronto.
An exciting opportunity to share new insights on #malaria & other tropical diseases, and showcase innovative, data-driven approaches to tackling #GlobalHealth challenges.
#TropMed25 #TropicalMedicine #InfectiousDiseases
An exciting opportunity to share new insights on #malaria & other tropical diseases, and showcase innovative, data-driven approaches to tackling #GlobalHealth challenges.
#TropMed25 #TropicalMedicine #InfectiousDiseases
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We are looking for a strategic leader with strong skills in programme management and impact analysis to join our team help shape our strategy and drive #GlobalHealth impact.
Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
📅 21 Nov 2025
#Leadership #BusinessDevelopment
Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
📅 21 Nov 2025
#Leadership #BusinessDevelopment
November 14, 2025 at 11:05 AM
We are looking for a strategic leader with strong skills in programme management and impact analysis to join our team help shape our strategy and drive #GlobalHealth impact.
Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
📅 21 Nov 2025
#Leadership #BusinessDevelopment
Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
📅 21 Nov 2025
#Leadership #BusinessDevelopment
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Have you submitted your application yet?
⏳ 3️⃣ days to go!
We are still accepting applications for the Digital Content Officer role.
Apply before the deadline 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
#Communications
⏳ 3️⃣ days to go!
We are still accepting applications for the Digital Content Officer role.
Apply before the deadline 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
#Communications
📢We’re #Hiring!
Are you passionate about creating engaging digital content - videos, photos, & graphics that bring our research to life?
Join our team as a Digital Content Officer & help showcase impact & make #HealthResearch accessible!
Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
#Communications
Are you passionate about creating engaging digital content - videos, photos, & graphics that bring our research to life?
Join our team as a Digital Content Officer & help showcase impact & make #HealthResearch accessible!
Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
#Communications
November 17, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Have you submitted your application yet?
⏳ 3️⃣ days to go!
We are still accepting applications for the Digital Content Officer role.
Apply before the deadline 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
#Communications
⏳ 3️⃣ days to go!
We are still accepting applications for the Digital Content Officer role.
Apply before the deadline 👉 tinyurl.com/43jmbv8j
#Communications
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It’s a wrap!
The joint Doctoral Symposium with MRCG & the MRC-funded DTP brought young scientists together to tackle #InfectiousDiseases & antimicrobial resistance through a #OneHealth lens.
Organised 🤝 with @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social, students shared ideas, built skills & strengthened networks.
The joint Doctoral Symposium with MRCG & the MRC-funded DTP brought young scientists together to tackle #InfectiousDiseases & antimicrobial resistance through a #OneHealth lens.
Organised 🤝 with @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social, students shared ideas, built skills & strengthened networks.
November 18, 2025 at 10:43 AM
It’s a wrap!
The joint Doctoral Symposium with MRCG & the MRC-funded DTP brought young scientists together to tackle #InfectiousDiseases & antimicrobial resistance through a #OneHealth lens.
Organised 🤝 with @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social, students shared ideas, built skills & strengthened networks.
The joint Doctoral Symposium with MRCG & the MRC-funded DTP brought young scientists together to tackle #InfectiousDiseases & antimicrobial resistance through a #OneHealth lens.
Organised 🤝 with @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social, students shared ideas, built skills & strengthened networks.
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Our Director & leadership team visited #PasteurDakar’s new Director Dr Ibrahima Socé Fall to discuss renewing #collaborations in health security, #ClinicalResearch & #EpidemicPreparedness. Together, we aim to build a stronger, more resilient African research ecosystem.
#GlobalHealth #Partnerships
#GlobalHealth #Partnerships
October 30, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Our Director & leadership team visited #PasteurDakar’s new Director Dr Ibrahima Socé Fall to discuss renewing #collaborations in health security, #ClinicalResearch & #EpidemicPreparedness. Together, we aim to build a stronger, more resilient African research ecosystem.
#GlobalHealth #Partnerships
#GlobalHealth #Partnerships
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In collaboration with Gambia's Ministry of Health & partners, we concluded a 2-day training on implementation #HepatitisB rapid diagnostic test kits for health professionals, as part of efforts towards the elimination of HIV, syphilis, HBV, the Triple Elimination Strategy.
#MaternalHealth
#MaternalHealth
October 29, 2025 at 12:25 PM
In collaboration with Gambia's Ministry of Health & partners, we concluded a 2-day training on implementation #HepatitisB rapid diagnostic test kits for health professionals, as part of efforts towards the elimination of HIV, syphilis, HBV, the Triple Elimination Strategy.
#MaternalHealth
#MaternalHealth
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Strengthening regional partnerships!
Together with Cheikh Anta Diop University, we have launched a 🆕 Partnership Office, a hub for research #coordination, capacity building & scientific exchange across #WestAfrica.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/y3js4a6d
Together with Cheikh Anta Diop University, we have launched a 🆕 Partnership Office, a hub for research #coordination, capacity building & scientific exchange across #WestAfrica.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/y3js4a6d
MRCG and UCAD Open Partnership Office to Strengthen Regional Research
MRCG and UCAD Open Partnership Office to Strengthen Regional Research Collaboration | LSHTM
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October 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Strengthening regional partnerships!
Together with Cheikh Anta Diop University, we have launched a 🆕 Partnership Office, a hub for research #coordination, capacity building & scientific exchange across #WestAfrica.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/y3js4a6d
Together with Cheikh Anta Diop University, we have launched a 🆕 Partnership Office, a hub for research #coordination, capacity building & scientific exchange across #WestAfrica.
Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/y3js4a6d
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#MARCADPlus Director, Prof. Oumar Gaye & PI Prof Umberto D’Alessandro moderated a scientific showcase on cross-border research collaboration between the UCAD & @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social ; organized as part of the official opening of the MRCG–UCAD Partnership Office in Dakar.
#RegionalCollaboration
#RegionalCollaboration
October 28, 2025 at 1:11 PM
#MARCADPlus Director, Prof. Oumar Gaye & PI Prof Umberto D’Alessandro moderated a scientific showcase on cross-border research collaboration between the UCAD & @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social ; organized as part of the official opening of the MRCG–UCAD Partnership Office in Dakar.
#RegionalCollaboration
#RegionalCollaboration
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📍Dakar: The new MRCG–UCAD Partnership Office is open! A hub for collaboration, research & capacity building in #WestAfrica.
The partnership seeks to equip researchers to broaden capacity needed to address current & future health challenges.
#ResearchExcellence #AfricanScience
The partnership seeks to equip researchers to broaden capacity needed to address current & future health challenges.
#ResearchExcellence #AfricanScience
October 27, 2025 at 4:50 PM
📍Dakar: The new MRCG–UCAD Partnership Office is open! A hub for collaboration, research & capacity building in #WestAfrica.
The partnership seeks to equip researchers to broaden capacity needed to address current & future health challenges.
#ResearchExcellence #AfricanScience
The partnership seeks to equip researchers to broaden capacity needed to address current & future health challenges.
#ResearchExcellence #AfricanScience
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#HappeningNow in #Dakar, Senegal!
A scientific showcase of cross boarder research collaboration btw #UCAD_Senegal, #MRCG & @lshtm.bsky.social.
Centred on public health, cross boarder disease surveillance & research initiatives including capacity building, genomics, childhood TB & #HepatitisB.
A scientific showcase of cross boarder research collaboration btw #UCAD_Senegal, #MRCG & @lshtm.bsky.social.
Centred on public health, cross boarder disease surveillance & research initiatives including capacity building, genomics, childhood TB & #HepatitisB.
October 27, 2025 at 1:12 PM
#HappeningNow in #Dakar, Senegal!
A scientific showcase of cross boarder research collaboration btw #UCAD_Senegal, #MRCG & @lshtm.bsky.social.
Centred on public health, cross boarder disease surveillance & research initiatives including capacity building, genomics, childhood TB & #HepatitisB.
A scientific showcase of cross boarder research collaboration btw #UCAD_Senegal, #MRCG & @lshtm.bsky.social.
Centred on public health, cross boarder disease surveillance & research initiatives including capacity building, genomics, childhood TB & #HepatitisB.
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Gearing up for a new milestone in African science!
#MRCG, @lshtm.bsky.social & Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar officially opened Partnership Office in #Dakar, strengthening collaboration for health research across #WestAfrica.
#MRCGUCADPartnership #ResearchExcellence #RegionalCollaboration
#MRCG, @lshtm.bsky.social & Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar officially opened Partnership Office in #Dakar, strengthening collaboration for health research across #WestAfrica.
#MRCGUCADPartnership #ResearchExcellence #RegionalCollaboration
October 27, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Gearing up for a new milestone in African science!
#MRCG, @lshtm.bsky.social & Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar officially opened Partnership Office in #Dakar, strengthening collaboration for health research across #WestAfrica.
#MRCGUCADPartnership #ResearchExcellence #RegionalCollaboration
#MRCG, @lshtm.bsky.social & Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar officially opened Partnership Office in #Dakar, strengthening collaboration for health research across #WestAfrica.
#MRCGUCADPartnership #ResearchExcellence #RegionalCollaboration
#ThinkPink 💖
Yesterday, I joined colleagues at the @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social to raise awareness about the importance of #EarlyDetection in the fight against breast cancer.
#Pinktober
Yesterday, I joined colleagues at the @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social to raise awareness about the importance of #EarlyDetection in the fight against breast cancer.
#Pinktober
October 16, 2025 at 9:01 AM
#ThinkPink 💖
Yesterday, I joined colleagues at the @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social to raise awareness about the importance of #EarlyDetection in the fight against breast cancer.
#Pinktober
Yesterday, I joined colleagues at the @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social to raise awareness about the importance of #EarlyDetection in the fight against breast cancer.
#Pinktober
🎀 October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth!🎀
Every October, we shine a spotlight on breast cancer to raise awareness, honor those affected, and remind ourselves of the importance of #EarlyDetection. Regular screenings and timely check-ups can save lives.
#Pinktober 🌸
Every October, we shine a spotlight on breast cancer to raise awareness, honor those affected, and remind ourselves of the importance of #EarlyDetection. Regular screenings and timely check-ups can save lives.
#Pinktober 🌸
October 8, 2025 at 3:21 PM
🎀 October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth!🎀
Every October, we shine a spotlight on breast cancer to raise awareness, honor those affected, and remind ourselves of the importance of #EarlyDetection. Regular screenings and timely check-ups can save lives.
#Pinktober 🌸
Every October, we shine a spotlight on breast cancer to raise awareness, honor those affected, and remind ourselves of the importance of #EarlyDetection. Regular screenings and timely check-ups can save lives.
#Pinktober 🌸
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🎉🎉🎉Today, Prof @jaynesutherlandtb.bsky.social will be delivering her #InauguralLecture, showcasing her work in clinical immunology & #GlobalHealth research.
Read more about her lecture & join us at 4:15pm GMT
👇
tinyurl.com/3mhd97up
Stay tuned!
Read more about her lecture & join us at 4:15pm GMT
👇
tinyurl.com/3mhd97up
Stay tuned!
September 25, 2025 at 2:54 PM
🎉🎉🎉Today, Prof @jaynesutherlandtb.bsky.social will be delivering her #InauguralLecture, showcasing her work in clinical immunology & #GlobalHealth research.
Read more about her lecture & join us at 4:15pm GMT
👇
tinyurl.com/3mhd97up
Stay tuned!
Read more about her lecture & join us at 4:15pm GMT
👇
tinyurl.com/3mhd97up
Stay tuned!
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As the conference concludes, this marks another step in @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social’s commitment to building sustainable #research capacity for epidemic readiness across #WestAfrica.
#ELFIC2025
#ARCWA
4/4
#ELFIC2025
#ARCWA
4/4
September 11, 2025 at 5:53 PM
As the conference concludes, this marks another step in @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social’s commitment to building sustainable #research capacity for epidemic readiness across #WestAfrica.
#ELFIC2025
#ARCWA
4/4
#ELFIC2025
#ARCWA
4/4