The #SOFARAnnualConference kicks off in Lusaka 🇿🇲
Fellows, supervisors, and partners from Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Zambia come together to share ideas, spark innovation, and strengthen research capacity across Africa.
#SOFAR #AfricaResearch #ResearchForImpact

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘄: PhD supervisor training for Southern Africa Research Capacity Network (SOFAR) led by Prof. Liezel Frick & Dr @nompilo.bsky.social (StellenboschUni). The 2-day program will strengthen supervision, research capacity & doctoral success. @kkranzer.bsky.social @zambartresearch.bsky.social

The countdown is on! Register for the 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗯𝘄𝗲 event, 3–5 June.
𝗟𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆 ➡️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 ➡️ docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/...

Join us for the 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗯𝘄𝗲 🇿🇼 event, 3–5 June.
𝗟𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆 (𝟯 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲) – open to all. Free, but register early!
𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 (𝟯–𝟱 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲) – for PhDs & early postdocs.
𝗟𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻➡️ lnkd.in/d9Vd5tYD
𝗘𝗖𝗥 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆➡️ lnkd.in/d5r_SNdP

We're hiring! The Health Research Unit Zimbabwe at BRTI ZIMBABWE is looking for 3 Research Assistants to support studies on older adults. More details ⤵️

BRTI is seeking a Study Coordinator for the PROMISE Study in Harare. This 6-month, full-time role focuses on improving maternal and newborn health by integrating diagnostic-led STI screening into antenatal care.
Details here ⤵️

We are looking for a Youth Researcher (18-24 years) to join us for an exciting collaborative study on sexual well-being. If you're currently in your 2nd year at a Zimbabwean Tertiary Education Institution and passionate about research, this could be for you! Apply here
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3/3 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀:
Qualitative research is more than data—it's about empathy, ethics & impact.
• Listen deeply & respect participants.
• Mind power dynamics—collaborate, don’t “save.”
• Support frontline researchers' well-being.
• Use findings to drive real change.
#QualitativeResearch

2/3 Nonhlanhla's thought-provoking talk challenged conventional qualitative research approaches and highlighting the need to embed emotional support for researchers in study design.

1/3 Exciting start for the Zimbabwe Qualitative Research Network! Kicking off with Nonhlanhla Ndondo leading a powerful session on The practice of ethical & emotional awareness to support action in qualitative research—Lessons from the Kids with Kids Study. #QualitativeResearch

Congratulations, Dr. Salome Manyau, on your PhD graduation at @lshtm.bsky.social A truly remarkable achievement. A special shoutout to Drs. @justindixon.bsky.social and Clare Chandler for your guidance in supervising your first PhD candidate to success—here’s to many more!

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗸𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗮𝘆
Training is in full swing at THRU ZIM & Sally Mugabe Hospital, equipping radiographers with advanced skills in DXA, pQCT, and jump plate mechanography. Exciting to see teams enhancing their expertise for high-quality research!

What stood out was how THRU-ZIM fosters interdisciplinary learning—bringing together perspectives from public health, evolutionary biology, and clinical research to improve maternal and child health. A space where diverse expertise leads to real impact! @englishse.bsky.social

Yesterday at THRU-ZIM, @englishse.bsky.social shared fascinating insights on how stress during pregnancy affects both mothers and offspring, drawing from evolutionary biology. The talk explored heatwaves, maternal susceptibility, and long-term impacts on child health. #MaternalHealth

On this 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, we honor the incredible contributions of women in STEM fields who are shaping the future of research, innovation, and discovery. From breaking barriers to leading groundbreaking studies, women in science continue to inspire the next generation

𝐓𝐒𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 
The TSIME study held its first Community Advisory Board (CAB) meeting, uniting policymakers, healthcare providers, and PLWHIV to co-design an integrated SRH-HIV service package in clinical settings. 1/2

On this World NTD Day, we recognize the critical role of research in tackling neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) that continue to affect the most vulnerable communities. Through innovation, equitable partnerships, and evidence-based interventions, we can accelerate progress toward elimination.

Calling all Radiographers.
Join the Musculoskeletal Radiography for Research Training Week (24-28 Feb 2024) & boost your skills in DXA, pQCT, & jump plate mechanography.

📧 Apply: thesimbastudy@gmail.com by 17 Jan 2025.

#Radiography #DXATraining #Research

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