Research Areas

OUR DOMAINS

Priority research domains

Each area is guided by our core philosophy: Evidence to Action. We generate knowledge that directly informs policy, practice, and community well-being.

Implementation Science

Studying what works, for whom, and under what conditions to scale effective interventions in real-world settings.

Methodology Learn more →

Health Systems Research

Strengthening the building blocks of health systems — governance, financing, workforce, information, and service delivery.

Systems Learn more →

Maternal & Child Health

Reducing preventable mortality and improving well-being for mothers, newborns, and children through evidence-based interventions.

Life Course Learn more →

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Integrating mental health into primary care, community settings, and digital platforms to address the growing burden of mental disorders.

Behavioral Health Learn more →

Non-Communicable Diseases

Research on prevention, early detection, and management of NCDs including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and respiratory illness.

Chronic Disease Learn more →

Infectious Diseases

Addressing the persistent burden of infectious diseases including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and emerging threats like antimicrobial resistance.

Global Health Learn more →

Digital Health & Informatics

Harnessing digital tools, artificial intelligence, and health informatics to improve access, quality, and equity of health services.

Technology Learn more →

Community Health & Engagement

Co-designing and evaluating community-based interventions that address local priorities and strengthen primary health care.

Participatory Learn more →

Nutrition & Food Security

Research on nutritional interventions, food systems, and their impact on maternal, child, and population health outcomes.

Food Systems Learn more →

Health Policy & Governance

Generating evidence to inform health policy, strengthen governance, and promote accountability in health systems.

Policy Learn more →

Climate & Health

Understanding the health impacts of climate change and developing evidence-based adaptation and mitigation strategies.

Environment Learn more →

Youth Health & Development

Research on adolescent health, including sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance use, and positive youth development.

Adolescent Learn more →

OUR APPROACH

How we conduct research

Our research is guided by principles of scientific rigor, community partnership, and translational impact.

Community-Engaged

We co-design research with communities to ensure relevance, cultural appropriateness, and sustained impact.

Implementation-Focused

We study real-world implementation to understand what works, for whom, and under what conditions.

Translational

We actively translate findings into policy briefs, toolkits, and actionable recommendations.

Multidisciplinary

We bring together expertise from public health, social sciences, data science, and clinical practice.

Ethical & Equitable

We adhere to the highest ethical standards and prioritize equity in every stage of research.

Africa-Centered

Our research is rooted in African realities and aims to strengthen local evidence ecosystems.