Improving research on Sickle Cell Disease and related health issues in Uganda.
Enhancing Research capacity for Sickle Cell Disease and related NCDs across the Lifespan in Uganda. ''Enrich Project''
This study is all about helping kids in Uganda who have Sickle Cell Disease by training a team of researchers to learn more about how it affects their health and finding better ways to support them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Makerere University College of Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kampala, Uganda) |
| Project ID | NIH-11032041 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capacity to study Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and related non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Uganda, where SCD significantly impacts children's health. The project aims to train a multidisciplinary team of researchers to better understand and address the health challenges associated with SCD, including its effects on the brain, kidneys, and overall quality of life. By building local research expertise, the project seeks to develop effective interventions and improve health outcomes for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Sickle Cell Disease, particularly children and adults living in Uganda.
Not a fit: Patients with Sickle Cell Disease residing outside of Uganda or those without access to the healthcare system in Uganda may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for patients with Sickle Cell Disease in Uganda.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in enhancing health outcomes for Sickle Cell Disease patients through improved local research capacity, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Kampala, Uganda
- Makerere University College of Health Sciences — Kampala, Uganda (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kiguli, Sarah — Makerere University College of Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Kiguli, Sarah
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 below.