Training program for public health genomics in South Africa and Pittsburgh
South Africa-Pittsburgh Public Health Genomic Epidemiology Research Training Program (SAPPHGenE)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH · NIH-10551302
This program is all about helping young researchers from underprivileged backgrounds in South Africa learn how to use genetics to fight infectious diseases and improve health in their communities.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10551302 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance public health genomics capacity by training young South African researchers from disadvantaged backgrounds. It focuses on understanding and controlling infectious diseases through genomic analysis, including monitoring antimicrobial resistance and studying disease outbreaks. Participants will gain skills in epidemiology and genomic research, which are crucial for addressing public health challenges in their communities. The program is a collaboration between the University of Pittsburgh and the National Institute for Communicable Diseases in South Africa.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are young public health and academic investigators from historically disadvantaged backgrounds in South Africa.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in public health research or do not have a background in epidemiology may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the ability to manage and control infectious diseases in South Africa and beyond.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs in public health genomics have shown success in enhancing research capacity and improving disease management in various regions.
Where this research is happening
PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH — PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HARRISON, LEE H — UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT PITTSBURGH
- Study coordinator: HARRISON, LEE H
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.
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