Our Research Portfolio
From field surveillance to molecular research, each project is guided by Principal Investigators working across institutions to reduce the threat of emerging infectious diseases. Browse by Principal Investigators or explore individual projects to learn more.
Total Studies: 5
Counties covered: 12
Duration: 2016 – Present
BoARI
Burden of Acute Respiratory Illnesses among Healthcare Workers in Kenya (BoARI) Study
This study focusses on viral ARIs due to their high transmissibility, severe outcomes among those vulnerable, challenges with diagnostics and therapies
PI: Dr. Eric Osoro
PBIDS
Population-Based Infectious Disease Surveillance (PBIDS)
The study aims to establish a platform to monitor etiology and burden of (re)emerging infectious diseases and evaluate impact of existing and new public health interventions on various health outcomes
PI: Prof. Njenga Kariuki
2005 – Present
WASH Component
Strengthening Capacity for Molecular Surveillance and Outbreak Response for Enteric Diseases in Kenya
The Enteric-WASH Project explores innovative approaches to strengthen support systems, enhance preparedness, and improve outbreak response activities related to enteric diseases
PI: Dr. Isaac Ngere
2023 – 2025
RVF-VETS
Rift Valley fever vaccine efficacy trials studies in East Africa
Our CEPI-supported project aims to enhance epidemic preparedness and response capabilities in underserved and high-risk communities
PI: Prof. Njenga Kariuki
2015 – 2024
Paediatric influenza vaccination
Paediatric influenza vaccination demonstration project
we conducted an influenza vaccine demonstration project to assess the performance of a year-round versus campaign-mode vaccination strategy
PI: Dr. Eric Osoro
2015 – 2024
