Improving research on chronic diseases in Ghana
Official title: Strengthening capacity for policy-relevant life course epidemiological research in Ghana
Funded at Kintampo Health Research Centre · NIH-11139507 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about training new African doctors and researchers in Ghana to understand how things in our environment can affect our health and lead to diseases that can shorten our lives, so they can help create better health solutions for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kintampo Health Research Centre NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kintampo, Ghana) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $234,886 |
| NIH project number | 5D43TW012726-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11139507 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in Ghana, particularly those at risk for or affected by non-communicable diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of Ghana or those not affected by chronic diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capacity for life course epidemiological research in Ghana, particularly addressing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) that lead to premature deaths. It aims to train a new generation of African physician scientists and researchers who will investigate how environmental factors contribute to the development and progression of chronic diseases. By utilizing existing cohorts, the project will provide hands-on research opportunities for trainees to explore the links between early life exposures and health outcomes. The initiative emphasizes a collaborative approach to develop evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of the Ghanaian population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing and managing chronic diseases in Ghana, ultimately reducing mortality rates.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives in other low- and middle-income countries have shown promise in addressing chronic disease burdens through targeted training and interdisciplinary approaches.
Where this research is happening
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Kintampo Health Research Centre
Kintampo, Ghana Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Asante, Kwaku Poku — Kintampo Health Research Centre
- Study coordinator: Asante, Kwaku Poku
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.