WHO WE ARE
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya operated under the Science Technology and Innovation Act, 2013 as the national body responsible for carrying out research in human health in Kenya. Currently, KEMRI operates under Legal Notice No. 35 of March 2021.
KEMRI has grown from its humble beginning over 40 years ago to become a regional leader in human health research. The Institute currently ranks as one of the leading Centres of excellence in health research both in Africa as well as globally. Our mission is to improve human health and quality of life through research, capacity building, innovation and service delivery.
Cochrane Africa Indaba 2025
14th – 15th May, 2025
Theme:
“Advancing evidence synthesis for health decision-making in Africa: Promoting health equity and access“
The Indaba will be a two-day in person event featuring a mix of plenary sessions, interactive workshops, panel discussions, poster presentations and networking events.
OUR SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMMES
BIOTECHNOLOGY
Projects areas include: Vaccine Development, Diagnostics, Genetic Engineering, Bioin-formatics…
PUBLIC HEALTH & HEALTH SYSTEMS
Projects areas include: epidemiology, behavioural and social sciences, nutrition, environmental/ occupational health, oral …
SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE ADOLESCENT & CHILD HEALTH
Projects areas include: maternal health, child health, adolescent health, STI’s, Gender Based Violence (GBV), infertility, sexual…
NATURAL PRODUCTS & DRUG DEVELOPMENT
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INFECTIOUS & PARASITIC DISEASES
IPDRP focuses on the following sub-disciplines: Virology, Bacteriology, Mycology, Helminthology, Neglected Tropical Diseases and Zoonotic diseases…
NON COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
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A recent study conducted under CHAMPS programme has revealed a worrying rise in AMR bacteria among children under five
Kenya and Belgium Deepen Ties with Vaccine Manufacturing Initiative Focus
Kenya and Belgium have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral health cooperation
KEMRI and Wellcome Forge Stronger Partnership to Enhance Research Funding Success.
KEMRI hosted a high-level engagement with representatives from the Wellcome…
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