WELCOME MESSAGE FROM THE ACTING DIRECTOR OF IHR

Welcome to the Institute of Health Research (IHR) website. It is my pleasure to introduce you to our dynamic institute, where cutting-edge research, innovation, and collaboration converge to drive meaningful improvements in global health.

Established in 2016 with the vision of becoming a world class institute conducting high quality, cutting edge research and training in health and allied sciences, we at IHR, we are committed to advancing health research through our four specialized centres, each focusing on critical areas of health. These centres include:

• Centre for Health Policy and Implementation Research: Focused on improving health systems, policies, and the implementation of effective health interventions.
• Centre for Non-Communicable Diseases Research: Dedicated to understanding and addressing the global burden of non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and cancers.
• Centre for Malaria Research: Leading innovative research to combat malaria, aiming to reduce its global impact through novel treatments and prevention strategies.
• Centre for Neglected Tropical Diseases Research: Working to tackle neglected diseases that affect millions of people worldwide, often in low-income regions, through targeted research and interventions.

In addition, our Research Operations Office ensures the smooth execution of all projects, upholding the highest standards of research integrity and ethical conduct across our activities.

At IHR, we firmly believe that transformative research is key to solving some of the most pressing health challenges of our time. Through cross-disciplinary collaboration and a commitment to excellence, we aim to generate knowledge that can significantly improve health outcomes for individuals and communities worldwide.

As you navigate through the pages of this website, you will have the opportunity to read more about the outputs and achievements of the experienced and dedicated researchers who work at the institute.  We are fast becoming the Research Institute of choice in Ghana and the sub-region for collaborations, partnerships and implementation of cutting edge research. Whether you are a researcher, a collaborator, a student, or someone interested in health research, we invite you to explore our work and join us in shaping a healthier, more sustainable future for all.

Thank you for visiting our website. I look forward to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead and the impact we can make together.

Warm regards,