Dr. Sodzi Sodzi-Tettey, Acting CEO of the National Vaccine Institute (NAVI), visits KCCR.
We were pleased to welcome Dr. Sodzi Sodzi-Tettey, Acting CEO of the National Vaccine Institute (NAVI), to the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research (KCCR). His visit marked an important moment for dialogue and connection between our two institutions. During his time with us, Dr. Sodzi-Tettey engaged with our team, toured our facilities, and learned more […]
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PROMOTION!
Ayekoo!!!To our esteemed senior members on their well-deserved promotion. Your unwavering dedication, exceptional expertise and inspiring leadership have set a mark of excellence in both research and academia. This milestone is a testament to your commitment and perseverance qualities that continue to drive innovation and impactful breakthroughs in research and academia. Congratulations on this remarkable […]
Building a Culture of Safety: Strategies to Enhance Patient Safety with Dr. Joseph Bonney
KCCR Journal Club Highlights | September 10, 2025 KCCR Journal Club featured Dr. Joseph Bonney, Medical Doctor at KATH and GHID research group, who led an insightful session on “Building a Culture of Safety: Strategies to Enhance Patient Safety.”Dr. Bonney shared practical approaches to strengthening patient safety through a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous […]
G-WAC Participants visits KCCR for Study Exploration
The G-WAC research participants visit KCCR as part of their ongoing involvement in their study. The visit provided participants with the opportunity to gain firsthand insight into the research process and the important role their contributions play in advancing scientific knowledge. During the tour, the participants were introduced to the various facilities at KCCR, interacted […]
Writing Winning Grant Proposals with Dr. Anthony Afum-Adjei Awuah
Dr. Awuah shared practical strategies for crafting successful research proposals emphasizing clarity, innovation, and alignment with funder priorities. His session offered valuable insights into how researchers can increase their chances of securing funding through effective storytelling, strong research design, and thoughtful budgeting. Participants left the session inspired and equipped with tools to elevate their grant […]
US military healthcare providers & scientists from the Naval Medical Leader & Professional Development Command’s Military Tropical Medicine Program Visit KCCR to Explore Research Collaboration
On August 14th, 2025, a delegation of US military healthcare providers & scientists from the Naval Medical Leader & Professional Development Command’s Military Tropical Medicine program visited the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine (KCCR) as part of an initiative to strengthen collaboration between military research institutions and international scientific organizations. The visit […]
NEW PROJECT TO DEVELOP TARGET PROFILE FOR VIRUSES OF PANDEMIC POTENTIAL IN GHANA
The WaSPP project defined as Waste-Water Surveillance for Pandemic Prevention is a collaboration between KNUST and the Ghana Health Service that aims to develop target profile for viruses with pandemic potential in Ghana. The Project will leverage on the Ghana’s polio surveillance infrastructure to develop and evaluate methods for detection of multiple high-risk viruses at […]
Dr. Amuasi champions healthy sustainable socio-ecological systems thinking in Lancet One Health Commission Report
The Lancet One Health Commission (LOHC) has released its report, hammering home that global health resilience will depend on systemic, cross-sectoral reform that acknowledges the interconnectedness of humans, animals, and the shared environment. Launched in 2019 with 24 commissioners from different institutions and countries, the LOHC has evolved over the years, mobilizing high-level thought leadership […]
TEST AND TREAT PROTOCOL TRAINING HELD AT KCCR
The Filariasis research group at KCCR organized a two-day protocol training for its team members in preparation for the soon-to-commence clinical trial titled “Test and Treat study”. The protocol training took place on the 8th and 9th July, 2025. The session was opened by the Group Leader and Principal Investigator, Professor Alexander Yaw Debrah who […]
CDC Country Director Visits KCCR to Strengthen Public Health Collaboration
A delegation from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) led by the Country Director, Danielle T. Barradas, Ph.D. visited the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine (KCCR) as part of their working tour to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). This visit forms part of the CDC’s […]