On July 31, 2024, scientists from the Ifakara Health Institute will join a crucial webinar hosted by the UK's National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) at 11:00 AM East Africa Time, the event aims to enhance health research collaboration between Tanzania and the UK.

Key stakeholders include Prof. Kara Hanson, Director of the Global Health Research Programme at NIHR, and Prof. Tumaini Nagu, Tanzania's Chief Medical Officer. The webinar will explore leveraging NIHR's funding for Tanzania health research initiatives, discussing strategies for impactful funding, collaborative projects, and capacity building.

Prof. Hanson will outline NIHR's global health research agenda, while Prof. Nagu will highlight Tanzania's research priorities. This meeting aligns with Tanzania's strategic goals to bolster research capabilities and address health challenges.

The embassy organizing the event anticipates the webinar will strengthen health research collaboration, paving the way for innovative projects and better support for Tanzania's health sector.

Stay tuned for updates from this significant event as Ifakara continues to advance health research in Tanzania and beyond.