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MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM

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MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM

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MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM

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The Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is leading health research in West Africa to save lives and improve health across the world. 

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Discover our clinics in Fajara, Keneba, and Basse through informative videos showcasing services and essential information.

 

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Essentials of Clinical Trials (The Gambia)

This five-day concentrated course in The Gambia will give attendees a clear understanding of the fundamental principles of Randomised Clinical Trials (RCTs) through live lectures from experienced teachers from both London and The Gambia and practical sessions. It will cover key issues in design, conduct, analysis and reporting, with a focus on major clinical trials that directly influence clinical practice. Topics will be addressed with perspectives from both public sector research and the pharmaceutical industry.

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Illustration of COVID-19

Coronavirus

The latest resources and information about Coronavirus from MRC Unit The Gambia, including answers to frequently asked questions, news articles, documents and videos.

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The SCC and Ethics at MRC The Gambia

The SCC and Ethics at MRC The Gambia

SCC Ethics

The purpose of the Scientific Coordinating Committee (SCC) is to determine the scientific value, feasibility and methodology of proposed research projects and of on-going studies according to its terms of reference (TOR). Learn more about the procedure and how to apply for review.

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Resources and reports at MRC The Gambia

Resources and reports at MRC The Gambia

Resources

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Research at MRC The Gambia

Research at MRC The Gambia

Research

Learn about the research at MRC Unit The Gambia. Read about the work we do, the personnel leading each project, and view a collection of featured images for each theme.

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Laboratory services at MRC The Gambia

Laboratory services at MRC The Gambia

Laboratory

Laboratory management at MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM values its relationship with colleagues across the country. Find out more about our laboratory services, and download learning resources and laboratory request forms.

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Contact

MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM
Atlantic Boulevard
Fajara
PO Box 273
Banjul
The Gambia

Telephone: (+220) (0) 4495835 / 4495443-6

Email: information@mrc.gm