IHTM placement preparations get underway
17 March 2023
This week, the focus shifted to this year’s IHTM placements. Following the exam period, placements begin at the end of April and finish at the end of June with a 10,000-word dissertation based on the student's research completed by mid-August.
Evaluating the Impact of a Digital Hospital Information Management System on the Operational and Financial Performance of Health Facilities in Kenya
7 March 2023
Christabel Ngwashi, IHTM 2021, co-authored this article, which was published in the International Journal of Health Sciences and Research Vol.13; Issue: 3; March 2023 www.ijhsr.org Original Research Article ISSN: 2249-9571
IHTM alumna Yasangra Rabo-Adeniji discusses her work in Nigeria
28 February 2023
Eight years since the MSc in IHTM began, our alumni are having a tangible global impact.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2023
31 January 2023
For this year’s International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February, we asked a few of the IHTM teaching team to reflect on their science careers and in particular their experience of working in global health.
IHTM 2023 Oxford Union Debate – Climate Change
30 January 2023
The IHTM Oxford Union Debate has been a key fixture in the course’s calendar for many years. This year's debate on climate change proved lively and engaging.
Honing Negotiation Skills with CPDS
16 January 2023
Following mock exams, Hilary term got fully underway with a one-day workshop on International Negotiation Skills run by the Centre for Political & Diplomatic Studies, CPDS. The aim was to explore the principles of effective negotiation and engagement, evaluating the different styles of negotiation and examining the dynamics and skills of influencing.
All-Innovate Ideas Competition
5 December 2022
Congratulations to Quyen Tran, IHTM 2022, who reached the Quarter Finals of the 2022 All-Innovate Ideas Competition run by the University of Oxford. The competition aims to encourage students to develop an entrepreneurial skill set and generate entrepreneurial ideas.
Professor Proochista Ariana elected to University Council
28 November 2022
The IHTM family and friends would like to congratulate IHTM Course Director, Professor Proochista Ariana who has been elected to University Council.
Ethics and Governance PBL
14 November 2022
IHTM students spent last week studying ethics and governance in public health programming (PHP) and global health research (GHR).
Measuring patient engagement with HIV care in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping study
7 November 2022
Claire Keene (cohort 2016-17) co-authored this article on measuring patient engagement with HIV care in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping study. The article was published in the Journal of the International AIDS Society October 2022.
Studying the MSc IHTM 2022/23
31 October 2022
MSc IHTM sets out to attract individuals from low resource contexts who are looking to gain the skills and experience to help shape global health in the future. This year 23 students make up the cohort bringing the running total over the eight years of the course to 175 students from 56 countries, the majority of which are LMICs.
A scoping review of antibiotic use practices and drivers of inappropriate antibiotic use in animal farms in WHO Southeast Asia region
31 October 2022
Greco Mark Malijan (cohort 2020-21) co-authored this article on a scoping review of antibiotic use practices and drivers of inappropriate antibiotic use in animal farms in WHO Southeast Asia region.
Malaria PBL Presentations
31 October 2022
Students gave interesting and engaging presentations on malaria as part of the first problem-based learning activity, PBL, of this term.
Building Health Research Capacity in Seychelles through strengthened Collaboration
10 October 2022
The MSc IHTM is committed to leading positive change in low resource contexts. The aim of the course is to provide students with the skills and opportunities to collaborate across cultural and disciplinary boundaries to identify and develop creative solutions for existing and emerging national, regional and/or global health challenges. A recent example of the impact of the MSc has been an initiative in Seychelles, where a partnership has been established between the MSc IHTM and the Seychelles Ministry of Health (MoH).
Welcome to the MSc in IHTM 2022/23
3 October 2022
The 2022/23 cohort of IHTM students enjoyed their induction day at Ditchley Park.
Congratulations 2021/22 MSc IHTM
9 August 2022
The 2021/22 IHTM cohort gathered at Worcester College to celebrate the culmination of their MSc.
Molecular Detection of Airborne Mycobacterium tuberculosis in South African High Schools
12 November 2021
Simon Mendelsohn (cohort 2015-16) co-authored this paper investigating airborne MTB genomic DNA in classrooms as there is evidence of high tuberculosis disease burden among South African adolescents.
Immunogenicity of standard and extended dosing intervals of BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine
22 October 2021
Sandra Adele (cohort 2019-2020) co-authored this paper assessing the benefits of interval extension between BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine doses.
Host blood transcriptomic biomarkers of tuberculosis disease in people living with HIV: a systematic review protocol
30 September 2021
Simon Mendelsohn (cohort 2015-16) co-authored this systematic review protocol on the current triage and predictive tools and how host tuberculosis transcriptomic biomarkers may be more effective for a correct diagnosis.
Longitudinal Dynamics of a Blood Transcriptomic Signature of Tuberculosis
30 September 2021
Simon Mendelsohn (cohort 2015-16) co-authored this article.
Meeting report: Virtual Global Forum on Tuberculosis Vaccines, 20–22 April 2021
30 September 2021
Simon Mendelsohn (cohort 2015-16) co-authored this article on the Global Forum on Tuberculosis (TB) Vaccines and how this year's event focussed on opportunities and challenges for TB vaccine R&D during a pandemic.
Delays in presentation of intussusception and development of gangrene in Zimbabwe
28 July 2021
Student Dennis Mazingi (cohort 2020-2021) co-authored this paper focused on the importance of a prompt diagnosis and treatment of intussusception in Zimbabwe. Their findings highlight the need to improve early diagnosis of intussusception and prompt referral of patients for treatment.
Safety and immunogenicity of the ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 in HIV infection: a single-arm substudy of a phase 2/3 clinical trial
18 June 2021
Sandra Adele (cohort 2019-2020) co-authored this paper on the efficacy of the Oxford Astra-Zeneca vaccine for the 40 million people globally living with HIV. This study aimed to assess the vaccine’s ability to stimulate an immune response on those who have their immunity compromised.
Alumna Parinda Wattanasri (cohort 2019-2020) talks about vaccine passports in Thailand Today
19 May 2021
Alumna Parinda Wattanasri (cohort 2019-2020) was interviewed by Thailand Today on vaccine passports. and how they may become a sustainable plan to reopening Thailand.
The health policy response to COVID-19 in Malawi
18 May 2021
Grace Mzumara (cohort 2019-2020) co-authored this paper analysing the health public response to the COVID pandemic and identifying gaps in the response in need of improvement.
Validation of a host blood transcriptomic biomarker for pulmonary tuberculosis in people living with HIV: a prospective diagnostic and prognostic accuracy study
30 April 2021
Simon Mendelsohn (cohort 2015-2016) co-authored this publications reporting the findings of a study that found a host blood test that can find those at high risk of tuberculosis in people living with HIV.
Students win a £10K prise on the All-Innovate Ideas Competition
29 April 2021
Dennis Mazingi and Tafadzwa Matika (cohort 2020-2021) won the overall best pitch and the grand prize of £10,000 on the All-Innovate Ideas Competition for their idea of a fast delivery service in Zimbabue that would accelerate the country's step into online commerce.
Addressing emerging global health security threats in Sub-Saharan Africa: Time for a regional health agenda?
23 April 2021
Epie Terrence Beteck (cohort 2019-2020) wrote this article on the state of play of health care in Sub-Saharan Africa and what should be done to improve healthcare systems and strengthen outbreak response.
Mission for Migrant Workers Partners with the Space to Donate Meal Packs to Those in Need
23 April 2021
Mission for Migrant Workers (NGO founded by our alumnus Minah Faiz, cohort 2019-2020) partners with local restaurant to donate meal packs during Ramadan.
Prioritising ‘already-scarce’ intensive care unit resources in the midst of COVID-19: a call for regional triage committees in South Africa
9 April 2021
Our alumna Reshania Naidoo (cohort 2019-2020) led an article in BMC Medical Ethics journal on the need for triage committees during the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa.
Surgical care in district hospitals in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review
25 March 2021
Alumna Zineb Bentounsi (cohort 2018-2019) co-authored this overview of the surgical care in sub-Saharan Africa.
Reflection on the international women's day (cohort 2020-21)
8 March 2021
MaryJane Nweje's women's day piece (cohort 2020-21)
Healthy Learners partners with Zambian school health workers to disseminate accurate health information
19 February 2021
Healthy Learners, a NGO founded by Lonnie Hackett (cohort 2017-18) helps Zambian government to shape education policies and guidelines for COVID-19.
Indonesia’s decision to prioritise COVID-19 vaccination to citizens aged 18-59 years old questionable
4 February 2021
Kartika Saraswati (cohort 2015-16) contributes to an article on Indonesia’s decision to prioritise COVID-19 vaccination to citizens aged 18-59 years old.
Biomarker-guided tuberculosis preventive therapy (CORTIS): a randomised controlled trial
25 January 2021
Our alumnus Simon Mendelsohn (cohort 2015-2016) co-authored the publication of the results from a study into a blood-based RNA biomarker which tested diagnostic and prognostic performance for TB and the efficacy of TB preventive therapy for biomarker-positive individuals
Women’s experiences of mistreatment during childbirth and their satisfaction with care: findings from a multicountry community-based study in four countries
22 January 2021
Our alumnus Adeniyi Aderoba (Cohort 2018-19)
Living mapping review for COVID-19 funded research projects
22 January 2021
Our alumni Emilia Antonio and Nicole Advani (cohort 2019-2020) co-authored this living review focused on providing an updated overview of COVID-19 funded research projects . It aims to provide in-depth analysis of the breadth of funding, remaining gaps, opportunities, and trends.
Hamilton Naki: From gardening to greatness
15 January 2021
Our alumnus Elisha Ngetich (cohort 2018-19) co-authored Hamilton Naki's short biography, describing his path from gardener to an essential part of the research group responsible for the first heart transplant.
COVID-19 Outbreak in a Large Penitentiary Complex
14 January 2021
Our alumnus Fernando Reis (cohort 2017-18) spent 3 months in a penitentiary complex investigating a COVID-19 outbreak. The field work has provided the opportunity to carry out several studies of which this is the first to be published. It addresses virus transmissibility in a prison environment.
The Bold Dream: Transcending the Impossible
14 January 2021
Our alumnus Elisha Ngetich (cohort 2018/2019) and Gladys Ngetich co-authored this book about their real-life experiences of their path from under-resourced rural primary schools in Kenya to Rhodes Scholars at the University of Oxford.
COVID-19 in Latin America and Caribbean: A determination of research priorities and call to action (Spanish)
7 January 2021
Study led by our alumna Nicole Feune de Colombi (cohort 2018-19) that aimed at identifying research priorities that require urgent attention in Latin America and the Caribbean.
First NGO to Work Exclusively with Migrant Workers Established in Maldives
7 January 2021
Our alumnus Minah Faiz (cohort 2019-2020) has started the first-ever non-governmental organisation (NGO) to work exclusively with migrant workers in the Maldives.
Funding and COVID-19 research priorities - are the research needs for Africa being met?
18 December 2020
Emerging data from Africa indicates remarkably low numbers of reported COVID-19 deaths despite high levels of disease transmission. However, evolution of these trends as the pandemic progresses remains unknown. Emilia Antonio (2019-20 cohort)
The first 2 h after birth: prevalence and factors associated with neonatal care practices from a multicountry, facility-based, observational study
23 November 2020
"While I am excited to be a part of this super team, our paper is a sobering reminder that we need to strengthen our systems to ensure newborns everywhere receive high-quality healthcare." Adeniyi Aderoba (cohort 2018-19)
A descriptive study of the trends of COVID-19 in Zimbabwe from March - June 2020: policy and strategy implications
12 November 2020
Dennis Mazingi (cohort 2020-2021) is co-author of this article that describes the different trajectory of the COVID-19 pandemic was in Zimbabwe compared to predictions and even sophisticated modelling studies.
Doctors’ Extended Shifts as Risk to Practitioner and Patient: South Africa as a Case Study
6 November 2020
Farah Jawitz (cohort 2018-19) examines the hazards of health professionals' extended shifts in South Africa. The paper proposes a series of measures to manage the risks of extended working hours.
In conversation with Naima Nasir, a Nigerian global health researcher
3 November 2020
Naima Nasir (cohort 2018-2019) was interviewed by Right for Education to talk about meningitis research, healthcare provision in conflict-ridden areas, and improving global healthcare systems.
Decolonizing research – Perspectives from an early career researcher
29 October 2020
Our alumna Emilia Antonio (cohort 2019-2020) reflects on the new perspective she gained from attending our course and how she is now aware of the gaps and challenges in African research.
COVID-19: Charting a sustainable path to response, recovery and resilience in Africa
15 October 2020
"Leveraging the response to COVID-19 to reinforce investments in a system-based approach to address these risks can boost proactive recovery and resilience. " Abiodun Awosusi (cohort 2016-17) and Marius Adeniyi