WHAT WE DO
Our Research
We approach our work with a co-production process that facilitates resource allocation, knowledge exchange, and sustainable, country-driven initiatives.
GENERATE
Field Studies
Our research group conducts field studies that integrate qualitative, epidemiologic, and entomologic approaches in collaboration with local universities in malaria-endemic countries. These partnerships prioritize recognizing local intellectual contributions and ensure that data ownership and outputs remain with our collaborators. Recent studies include cross-sectional household and health facility research in two Nigerian cities, conducted with the University of Ibadan to estimate malaria prevalence and associated factors, as well as dry and wet season investigations with Osun State University to explore malaria transmission dynamics. These efforts aim to enhance understanding of urban malaria transmission, inform intervention strategies, and support sustainable malaria control.
INFORM
Quantitative Research & Software Development
We develop statistical frameworks, mathematical models, and machine learning tools to inform urban malaria intervention strategies, particularly in the context of bed net campaigns and case management. Our mathematical modeling efforts aim to understand the impact of various malaria control interventions in urban areas, while our machine learning techniques classify settlements into formal, informal, and slum categories. These approaches are crucial for refining intervention strategies, optimizing resource allocation, and improving the effectiveness of urban malaria programs.
DISSEMINATE
Capacity Development
We empower local partners and communities by transferring technologies developed through our research. Our work identifies capacity gaps and designs tailored training programs to address these needs. By strengthening local expertise, we ensure that the analytical processes critical to national malaria strategic planning are both sustainable and locally owned.
