All Research Projects
Explore our complete portfolio of research studies generating evidence for improved community health outcomes in Cameroon.
Rethinking IPTp-SP Effectiveness in Pregnancy
Study examining the effectiveness of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy with sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine.
Key Findings:
- 47% achieved ≥3 doses coverage
- 18.5% placental malaria prevalence
- ≥3 doses showed no added protection vs 2 doses
Drug Resistance & Malaria in Pregnancy
Research on SP resistance mutations and their impact on malaria prevention in pregnant women.
Key Findings:
- 66.9% SP-resistant mutations detected
- ITN use reduced infection risk by 51%
- Double mutations increased parasitaemia risk 6.65x
Dietary Diversity and Maternal Anaemia
Understanding the critical link between dietary diversity and maternal anaemia in the Mount Cameroon area.
Key Findings:
- Only 10.4% had adequate dietary diversity
- 40.9% anaemia prevalence
- Poor diet contributed 82.9% of anaemia risk
Determinants of Dietary Intake and Maternal Nutritional Status
Examining socio-economic determinants of dietary intake among pregnant women.
Key Findings:
- 85.2% poor dietary diversity
- 31.5% severe food insecurity
- 54.5% poor nutrition knowledge
Nutrition
Addressing Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) in Cameroon
Community-based pilot study on syndromic screening and pre-emptive treatment with praziquantel.
Key Findings:
- 61.4% reported FGS-related symptoms
- 31.8% UGS positive by urine microscopy
- 93% reduction in genital itching after PZQ
Mapping the Maternal–Foetal Interface in Malaria-Endemic Regions
Advanced histological and imaging research exploring how malaria affects pregnancy by studying the maternal–fetal interface in fixed placental tissues.
Key Findings:
- H&E and Giemsa staining techniques
- Mature Plasmodium falciparum stages identified
- Chronic placental malaria characteristics documented
Community Health Education Program
Ongoing program training peer educators and conducting community awareness campaigns.
Key Findings:
- 50+ peer educators trained
- 20+ community events conducted
- 12+ communities reached