KAVI-Institute of Clinical Research Hosts Delegation from International Vaccine Institute

Nairobi, Kenya, May 29th, 2023 - The KAVI-Institute of Clinical Research had the honor of hosting a team from the International Vaccine Institute (IVI). The team from IVI paid a courtesy visit to the Institute to establish potential research project collaborations.

The esteemed visitors were warmly received by KAVI's Director, Prof. Walter Jaoko, and Prof. Omu Anzala, distinguished professors in the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology. The Chair of the department, Dr. Marianne Mureithi, was also present along with other esteemed members of the department, Dr. Daniel Muema, Dr. Njaanake Kariuki, Dr. Terry Muhomah, and Dr. Charity Muriuki amongst others.

The delegation from IVI, renowned for its groundbreaking work in vaccine development and delivery, had the opportunity to engage in productive and insightful discussions with KAVI-ICR's leadership and research teams.

During the visit, the researchers at KAVI-ICR could present their past achievements, current research pursuits, and prospects. The conversations revolved around potential areas of collaboration, reflecting the shared commitment of both institutions to advance the frontiers of knowledge and make impactful contributions to global health.

In an official statement, Prof. Walter Jaoko, Director of the KAVI-Institute of Clinical Research, expressed his excitement about the potential collaboration. "We are incredibly honoured to host the team from IVI. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience that aligns with our core values and objectives. We are optimistic that this visit will lay the groundwork for impactful research collaborations in the future."

Meanwhile, representatives from IVI also expressed their enthusiasm about the potential partnership. They were particularly impressed by the commitment and the quality of research done at the KAVI Institute.

The visit underscores the importance of global collaboration in health research. It is a promising step forward in fostering research partnerships that will ultimately contribute to addressing global health challenges. The KAVI-Institute of Clinical Research looks forward to furthering its research goals in partnership with the International Vaccine Institute.

For more information on this visit or ongoing research projects, please contact the KAVI Institute of Clinical Research or follow their latest updates on their official website. For more images of the visit click here