SCIENCE FAIR 2024
26th – 27th September 2024
Theme: Innovate. Influence. Inspire
Venue: School of Public Health Auditorium at Makerere University Main Campus and Virtual
ABOUT THE SCIENCE FAIR
The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) looks forward to welcoming researchers, policymakers, implementing partners, leaders in academia, research collaborators, research regulators, and the healthcare providers to the 5th Science Fair. This annual event provides a platform for disseminating results and updates on the progress of IDI research projects in order to facilitate research to policy discussions.
This will be a hybrid event: Physical and Virtual.
SUB THEMES
HIV and STI Prevention
ART Outcomes
Pharmacokinetics and Translational Research
HIV-related Cryptococcal Meningitis
ART Outcomes
Pharmacokinetics and Translational Research
Why attend the IDI Science Fair 2024
Health Policy and Practice
Engage with forward-thinking discussions and insights into the latest health policies and practices that shape global health landscapes.
Networking
Expand your professional network by connecting with esteemed researchers and thought leaders, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Mentorship in Research
Gain invaluable guidance and support through mentorship opportunities with expert researchers and scientists who will help you navigate and excel in your research journey.
LUNCH WITH THE MENTOR
The mentorship goal is to provide a platform for interaction between Early Career Researchers (ECRs) and Senior Research Scientists. This will contribute to shaping ideas and launch ECRs into their research careers.
SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
PLENARY SESSION SPEAKERS
MODERATORS
PANELISTS
EVENT Schedule
DAY ONE
- Opening Ceremony
- Keynote Address
- Health Break and Poster Viewing
- Plenary Presentations on Pharmacokinetics and Translational Research
- Plenary Presentations on Understanding the persisting mortality associated with HIV-related meningitis while consolidating gains from research to policy
DAY TWO
- Keynote Address
- Plenary Presentations on Innovations and Strategies for Strengthening Uganda’s Health Security
- Health Break and Poster Viewing
- Lunch Break, Networking and Poster Viewing
- Panel Discussion on Research Career Development and Mentorship