Welcome to Institute of Health Research
Professor Alexander Ansah Manu
Director
Welcome Message from the Director
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Institute of Health Research (IHR) of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Ghana - a centre of excellence in health research, training, and capacity strengthening. I consider it a profound honour to lead this Institute at such a pivotal moment in history.
Our shared humanity faces unprecedented challenges, arising from our intricate interdependence with one another, other living species, and the physical, socio-political, and cultural environments i…
The Institute of Health Research (IHR)
ESTABLISHMENT
The Institute of Health Research (IHR) at the University of Health and Allied Sciences was established in 2016 and became operational in January, 2017 to focus primarily on multidisciplinary research and provision of extension services.
The broad objectives and mandate of the Institute are:
- To conduct research into health problems of Public Health importance in Ghana using multidisciplinary approaches
- To develop research capacity to the highest level in as many disciplines as feasible and for staff through teaching and mentorship programmes
- To provide training opportunities for graduate students in health research
- To provide specialized laboratory diagnostic and monitoring services in support of public health programmes
- To coordinate research conducted in the University; ensure access to research information within UHAS and facilitate dissemination of findings from health research.
- To forge and expand research collaborations
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Events & News
3RD UHAS RESEARCH CONFERENCE - CALL FOR ABSTRACT
UHAS Partners VRA and GHS to Combat Schistosomiasis in Lower Volta Basin Communities
