SCIENTISTS ON VIDEO

Here, we present some of our recent videos and TV appearances

U.S. Funding Cuts Threaten African Research

Newzroom Afrika journalist Latashia Naidoo visited the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) labs to discuss the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to halt foreign aid. In an exclusive interview, CERI Director Tulio de Oliveira shared insights on how the funding cuts could disrupt vital research at local universities. For years, U.S.-funded initiatives have supported African scientists in tackling regional and global health challenges. With this decision, the future of groundbreaking research hangs in the balance.

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From Bench to Bedside Pioneering the Genital Inflammation Test

In this seminar, Professor Jo-Ann Passmore, Principal Medical Scientist (NHLS) and Professor of Medical Virology (UCT), introduced the Genital Inflammation Test (GIFT)—a groundbreaking, affordable point-of-care diagnostic tool for sexually transmitted infections and bacterial vaginosis. She also shared key insights from her research on genital tract inflammation and its impact on HIV risk in women. This discussion highlighted the crucial role of innovative diagnostics in advancing women’s health.

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