She has contributed to landmark HIV clinical trials supported by EDCTP, including the EARNEST and CHAPAS studies that helped shape international HIV treatment strategies. As part of the CHAPAS team, she received the EDCTP Outstanding Research Team Prize in 2018, recognising the team’s contribution to advancing HIV paediatric and adolescent treatment trials.
As Executive Director of Uganda’s Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC), she has led research on HIV treatment, drug resistance and care for people living with HIV for more than three decades. Her contributions to public health and clinical research were recognised with Uganda’s Golden Jubilee Medal for Outstanding Service and Loyalty in 2022.
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