Our projects

Progressing a multifunctional antimalarialThe RAMP project is advancing the development of a novel antimalarial drug with the potential to both treat the disease and block the transmission...

Treating epilepsy caused by parasite infection  The NeuroSolve project is evaluating a new treatment for patients who develop epileptic seizures when tapeworm larvae become lodged in their...

Reaching those missing out on vaccinationThe REACH-OUT project is developing strategies to ensure that more ‘zero-dose’ children – those missing out entirely on the benefits of vaccines –...

Supporting mpox responses and research in eastern DRCThe MBOTE-SK project is embedding research within the response to the new clade Ib mpox outbreak in eastern DRC.

Detecting TB in childrenThe OPTIC-TB project is assessing whether the use of WHO-recommended clinician guidance (treatment-decision algorithms, TDAs) can improve the detection of...

Building research oversight capacity in Côte d’IvoireThe CECABI II project is developing the capacity of research ethics bodies in Côte d’Ivoire and enhancing coordination with its national...

Building regulatory capacity in West AfricaThe ECOWAS-RegECs project is helping to build regulatory and ethics capacity by simulating scientific advice and review of Lassa fever vaccine...

Strengthening clinical trial oversight in East AfricaThe RER-CTO project is strengthening clinical trial oversight capacity and harmonising regulatory processes in Ethiopia and Tanzania.

New options for drug-resistant tuberculosisThe EX-DR TB project is aiming to preserve the potency of a key TB drug, bedaquiline, and advance the development of potential successors.

An overarching clinical trials network for AfricaThe CTCAN project is creating an umbrella network connecting existing clinical trial networks in sub-Saharan Africa to provide a...

Finding and treating Cryptosporidium parasite infectionsThe CryptoT&T project is developing a test to detect Cryptosporidium intestinal parasite infections, which could usher in targeted...

Enhancing data science training in Southern AfricaThe STEAM-3D project is creating an infrastructure to expand the range of training opportunities in epidemiology and data science in Sub...

Portable diagnostics for tailored treatment of feverThe PATHFINDER project is using advanced ‘lab-on-a-chip’ technology to provide more refined diagnostic information to guide treatment of...

Applying genomics to malaria controlThe MAGNETS project is promoting the integration of genomic epidemiology into malaria surveillance to strengthen evidence-based decision-making for...

Applying modelling to disease controlThe KWTRP project is strengthening capacity for infectious disease modelling to enhance disease control in sub-Saharan Africa. 

Strengthening the EDCTP presence in Africa Additional support for the EDCTP Africa Office is ensuring that the programme has a strong presence in sub-Saharan Africa, helping to strengthen...

Improving care of female genital schistosomiasisThe WINGS-4-FGS project is carrying out multiple activities to raise awareness, enhance detection and improve treatment of female genital...

Boosting malaria and other vaccine coverageThe OPT-MVAC project is exploring whether strengthening national malaria vaccine programmes can serve as a springboard for improved coverage of...

Rapid protection against Ebola virusThe EBO-PEP project is evaluating whether monoclonal antibodies can protect close contacts of people with Ebola virus infections.