Kenya Institute of Primate Research

This years' #ISBAD is around the corner, join Kenya Snakebite Research & Intervention Centre among other stakeholders in commemorating this day at Mwenjeu Primary, Kathwana, Tharaka Nithi. Guests in attendance include the PS State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, MP Chuka / Igambangombe constituency - Hon. Patrick Munene 'Parto' , MP Tharaka - Hon. George Morugara, MP Maara - Hon. Kareke Mbiuki, DG Kenya Institute of Primate Research Dr. Gichuhi Mwethera, Head Neglected Tropical Diseases' Unit, Kenya Dr Omondi Wyckliff, Dr. Rose Micheni Chief Officer Public Health (Tharaka Nithi County) and MCA (Igambangombe Ward) Hon. Joseph Njeru. # SnakebiteAwarenessDay2024 # ISBAD2024 Ministry of Health Neglected Tropical Diseases' Unit, Kenya Kenya Snakebite Research & Intervention Centre Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine - LSTM Kenya Wildlife Service Wildlife Research & Training Institute Kenya Amref Health Africa in Kenya Nema Kenya WASH Alliance Kenya World Health Organization (WHO) AIHD Kenya Clinton Health Access Initiative

Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Debora Barasa had an introductory meeting with the Parliamentary Committee for Health, KIPRE's Board of Directors and the senior management. The teams were in Malindi developing the Kenya Institute of Primate Research Bill 2024. The CS offered her unwavering support to the legislative process.

KIPRE hosted the Applied Malaria Modeling Network (AMMnet)/Kenya National Malaria Control Program (KNMCP) Consultative Forum. The objective of the forum was to develop a working collaborative framework towards #malaria elimination using modeling and data analytics as tools.

KIPRE hosted the IPMB Workshop themed "Improving the capacity in biotechnology/ molecular biology of trainers to resolve challenges to the Kenyan Society". The participants were trained on both theoretic and hands-on practical knowledge and skills on various aspects of molecular biology. They are expected to disseminate this knowledge further in their own institutions/circles. The Women in STEM session themed "Closing the leaky pipeline: diversity and inclusion in STEM" provided insights on the challenges women face and how best they can navigate the STEM world.

KIPRE's Board of Directors led by the Chairperson Prof. Josephat Mulimba and the senior management led by the DG Dr. Gichuhi Mwethera met at the Lake Naivasha Resort from 20th-22nd June 2024. The agenda of the meeting was to develop the institution's Strategic Plan 2023-2027.

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13-14th May 2024 KIPRE, through Conservation Biology Department, in collaboration with Re:wild held a workshop dubbed " Tana River Conservation Partners Strategic and Collaborative Planning Workshop". The focus was to engage and support conservation partners to save the threatened lower Tana Biodiversity. In partnership with other stakeholders, the discussions revolved around threats facing Tana River biodiversity, the gaps and mitigation measures to the threats . One of the recommendation was the formation of an alliance with a focus on achieving a common conservation goal in the region.

KIPRE had the honour to host Prof. Camilla Forsberg from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Prof Camilla gave an insightful presentation on hematopoietic stem cell function through the lifespan. She inspired researchers to further advance in HSCs research to seek understanding on the mechanisms underlying these changes in HSC function throughout the lifespan.This will be essential in addressing age related blood disorders, improving transplantation techniques and developing potential therapies for hematological conditions.

KIPRE's Dr Stanislaus Kivai together with Dr. Mohamed Omar (WRTIKenya), Catherine (IUCN), Dr Esther Kioko and Victor Wesonga (NMK) are the secretariat to the newly launched National IUCN Primate Specialist Group during the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference. Dr Kivai who is also the East Africa Co-Chair of the global IUCN primate specialist committee will be offering primate expertise to the National group.