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Training in Malaria Epidemiology, Translational Research, and Implementation Science to Strengthen Malaria Policy and Control in Uganda

Award Number: D43TW010526
ORGANIZATION: FOGARTY INTERNATIONAL CENTER
OPDIV: NIH
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: TRAINING/TRAINEESHIP
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 06/01/2017
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 12/31/2027

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Training in Malaria Epidemiology, Translational Research, and Implementation Science to Strengthen Malaria Policy and Control in Uganda - Project summary This is a renewal application to support training in malaria epidemiology, translational research, and implementation science to strengthen malaria policy and control in Uganda. Our program has been highly successful, however, the need for training in malaria research remains great. The high burden of malaria in Uganda persists, and progress in control has stalled since 2015, with increases in incidence observed the last few years. Moreover, new challenges have arisen, including the spread of insecticide resistance, the emergence of artemisinin resistance and the COVID-19 pandemic. In contrast to the magnitude of the malaria burden in Uganda, the number of malaria researchers remains limited. These observations highlight the need for continued research that informs optimal malaria interventions, and thus a necessity for the training of Ugandans to lead this research. We propose to continue our training program, with some adjustments informed by a comprehensive needs assessment and the new challenges identified. Our long-term goal is to strengthen capacity to conduct independent and sustainable malaria research at Makerere University to address challenges of malaria control in Uganda. The objectives of this application are: 1) to expand the current program to include translational research, genomics and bioinformatics to address the complex challenges of malaria control; 2) to strengthen institutional capacity of Makerere U in malaria research by providing Master’s and PhD mentored research training for junior faculty and graduate students; 3) to substantially increase scientific leadership and expertise needed for independent malaria research in Uganda through postdoctoral training; and 4) to create sustained growth of malaria research at Makerere U by strengthening the Malaria Center. We have assembled a strong team of program faculty from Uganda, the US and Europe already collaborating on several research projects in Uganda, and with extensive experience in research and higher-level training, to ensure high-quality supervision and mentoring of trainees. Degree and non-degree training will occur in Uganda and collaborating institutions. In the next five years, we will train candidates as follows: 1) five in 2-year post-doctoral programs; 2) five in 4-year PhD programs; 3) eight in 2- year master’s degree programs; and 4) four in a 1–2-year Implementation Science fellowship. Trainees will be required to take didactic courses, conduct mentored research projects, and acquire professional development skills through participation in Malaria Center activities. The intended outcomes are: 1) establishment of a critical mass of Ugandan scientists trained in malaria research; 2) increased malaria research outputs at Makerere U including scientific publications and new research grants; and 3) increased dissemination of generated evidence to inform the design and implementation of programs and policies to control malaria in Uganda. Improved expertise in malaria research will be critical to assist the Ministry of Health in establishing effective policies for better control and eventual elimination of malaria in Uganda.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2025 ( Subtotal = $296,483 )
2025	2025	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES	CLINICAL RESEARCH BUILDING NEW MULAGO HILL ROAD	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	8	12/16/2024	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$296,483
														Subtotal = $296,483

Issue Date FY: 2024 ( Subtotal = $296,864 )
2024	2024	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	CLINICAL RESEARCH BUILDING NEW MULAGO HILL ROAD	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	7	12/3/2023	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$296,864
2024	2021	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES	CLINICAL RESEARCH BUILDING NEW MULAGO HILL ROAD	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	001	5	4/9/2024	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$0
														Subtotal = $296,864

Issue Date FY: 2023 ( Subtotal = $297,236 )
2023	2023	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	CLINICAL RESEARCH BUILDING NEW MULAGO HILL ROAD	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	6	3/22/2023	COMPETING CONTINUATION	$297,236
														Subtotal = $297,236

Issue Date FY: 2021 ( Subtotal = $297,000 )
2021	2021	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	NEW MULAGO HOSPITAL COMPLEX	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	5	2/26/2021	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$216,000
2021	2021	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	NEW MULAGO HOSPITAL COMPLEX	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	002	5	8/24/2021	SUPPLEMENT FOR EXPANSION	$81,000
2021	2021	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	NEW MULAGO HOSPITAL COMPLEX	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	001	5	8/24/2021	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$0
														Subtotal = $297,000

Issue Date FY: 2020 ( Subtotal = $216,000 )
2020	2020	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	NEW MULAGO HOSPITAL COMPLEX	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	4	2/24/2020	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$216,000
														Subtotal = $216,000

Issue Date FY: 2019 ( Subtotal = $216,000 )
2019	2019	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	NEW MULAGO HOSPITAL COMPLEX	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	3	3/3/2019	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$216,000
														Subtotal = $216,000

Issue Date FY: 2018 ( Subtotal = $216,000 )
2018	2018	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	NEW MULAGO HOSPITAL COMPLEX	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	2	2/23/2018	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$216,000
														Subtotal = $216,000

Issue Date FY: 2017 ( Subtotal = $186,647 )
2017	2017	MAKERERE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE O F HEALTH SCIENCES	NEW MULAGO HOSPITAL COMPLEX	KAMPALA				UGA	International Research and Research Training	000	1	6/18/2017	NEW	$186,647
														Subtotal = $186,647

Grand Total All Awards = $2,022,230

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Training in Malaria Epidemiology, Translational Research, and Implementation Science to Strengthen Malaria Policy and Control in Uganda

Award Number: D43TW010526

ORGANIZATION: FOGARTY INTERNATIONAL CENTER

OPDIV: NIH

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: TRAINING/TRAINEESHIP

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 06/01/2017

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 12/31/2027

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