The NIH has launched a new fellowship program to support the next generation of African scientific leaders. The program aims to build research capacity in African countries and develop ongoing scientific partnerships.
The NIH-led initiative reviews the use of big data in infectious disease surveillance, combining traditional and non-traditional data sources to provide more accurate and timely information. This approach aims to forecast outbreak sizes and trajectories, enabling better responses to emerging threats.
A NIH-led team studied implementation science approaches to prevent mother-to-child HIV transmission, identifying effective interventions such as baby showers and breastfeeding support. The study found that deploying point-of-care tests and administering pre-exposure prophylaxis were likely cost-effective and resulted in timely initiat...
The 1976 Ebola outbreak highlighted the importance of rapid clinical recognition, international notification, and specimen provision. Researchers recommend strengthened preparation, detection, response, control mechanisms, and international cooperation to manage future outbreaks promptly.
A new supplement published by the NIH details a research strategy to tackle global brain disorders, which affect millions worldwide. The initiative aims to improve diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of conditions such as depression, dementia, and substance abuse in low- and middle-income countries.
The NIH and Canadian partners are investing $20.9 million to establish seven regional research centers addressing environmental and occupational health issues. These hubs aim to develop capacity, conduct research, and inform policy changes to improve health in low- and middle-income countries.
A global pandemic of fake medicines threatens decades of progress in combating HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis. Up to 41% of drug samples studied failed to meet quality standards, highlighting the urgent need for improved surveillance and detection methods.
The Medical Education Partnership Initiative (MEPI) is a $130 million NIH-funded program that has increased enrollment and broadened curricula in sub-Saharan Africa. MEPI has also improved Internet access, skills labs, and research capacity development, with significant accomplishments reported from institutions across the region.
Research suggests that northern China conduct annual vaccinations starting in October, while southernmost provinces vaccinate in February. The study aims to optimize the timing of future vaccination programs and provides a clear picture of influenza seasonally across China.
A recent NIH study found a strong association between cold-dry and humid-rainy climates and seasonal influenza epidemics worldwide. The research used a climate-based model to map influenza activity globally, accounting for diverse seasonal patterns in temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions.
A recent NIH study found that equatorial regions in Brazil experienced less severe and delayed influenza mortality during the 2009 pandemic. The study, published in PLOS ONE, suggests that climate played a key role in the dynamics of the outbreak.
A National Institutes of Health study reveals that up to 42% of antimalarial drugs are either poor quality or fake, compromising treatment efficacy and spreading drug resistance. The research emphasizes the need for improved quality control measures and regulatory oversight to protect vulnerable populations.
The NIH Fogarty Global Health Program for Fellows and Scholars will provide 400 early-career health scientists with mentored research experiences in developing countries. The program aims to train a new generation of global health researchers capable of tackling pressing health problems.
A Mexican flu pandemic study found that school closures and other social distancing measures were associated with a significant reduction in influenza transmission rates, with up to 37% fewer cases reported. The study highlights the importance of these interventions in mitigating future pandemics.
The US Department of Health and Human Services is investing $130 million over five years to strengthen training in a dozen African countries. The Medical Education Partnership Initiative aims to train 140,000 new healthcare workers and improve primary health care delivery systems.
The study shows that the timing of rotavirus epidemics depends on birth rates in the population, with higher birth rates leading to earlier outbreaks. New vaccines may reduce the frequency and severity of these outbreaks, potentially shifting the age at which infection appears in children.
The NIH will award $4.6 million to expand its network of global health education programs at 12 new campuses in the US, China, and Mexico. These programs aim to raise awareness of global health among academics and support the development of new curricula and degree programs.
The Global Health Research Initiative Program for New Foreign Investigators (GRIP) provides support to young researchers from developing countries. The program aims to enhance scientific research capacity and address critical global health issues, including AIDS, cancer, and neurological disorders.
The HEED program aims to bridge disciplinary interests in global health, economics, and environment. It will support research on the complex linkages between these factors and inform healthcare strategies in low- and middle-income countries.
The International Collaborative Genetics Research Training Program will help reduce health disparities through the use of genetic sciences. The six new projects will provide educational opportunities at various levels and contribute to the capacity of developing country scientists to conduct human genetics research.
The NIH's Fogarty International Center has launched a global tobacco research effort to address prevention and intervention at home and globally. The program aims to reduce the burden of tobacco consumption in low- and middle-income nations through observational, interventional, and policy research.
The Disease Control Priorities Project (DCPP) will analyze cost-effectiveness of health interventions, providing data for policymakers to make informed decisions. The project aims to develop highly effective, affordable health solutions that can be emulated globally.
The NIH has launched a new research program to better understand the role of stigma in global health and develop evidence-based interventions to mitigate its negative effects. The program aims to break new ground by providing information to help minimize stigma's impact on health.
The GRIP aims to combat 'brain drain' by providing partial salaries and research support to well-trained young investigators returning home. Eligible scientists can compete for funds through a peer-reviewed process.
The International Collaborative Genetics Research Training Program aims to reduce health disparities through genetic sciences. The program provides Ph.D. and Master's level education, addressing ethics, social, and legal implications of genetics research in low- & middle-income countries.
Scientists have found that between 700,000 to 2.7 million people die annually from malaria, with African children being the hardest hit. The disease also has significant economic implications, as countries with severe transmission experience slower growth rates than those with fewer infections.
The Fogarty International Center has awarded $9 million to U.S. universities to support international training and research in population-related sciences, focusing on reproductive processes, contraceptive development, and demographic studies. This funding will help address global population growth trends and health disparities in deve...
The NIH-NSF Ecology of Infectious Diseases initiative aims to understand ecological relationships between human-induced environmental changes and infectious disease emergence. The research projects will study the effects of habitat destruction, biological invasion, and pollution on disease risks in humans and animals.
The Fogarty International Center has awarded a total of $15 million to support six new awards, three competing renewal awards, and 32 competing supplements for U.S. universities under the AITRP. The program focuses on building global HIV/AIDS research capacity and preventing HIV transmission in developing countries.
The Fogarty International Center is funding five initial awards and three planning grants to support training programs in research ethics, teaching, and clinical trial design in developing countries. The program aims to enhance international bioethics guidelines and practices.