27 February 2025

Quantifying the True Burden of Pediatric Salmonella Typhi Infection Under 10 Years of Age in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Programme Lead Dr. Umme Kulsum Assistant Scientist institute for developing Science & Health initiatives (ideSHi) Our Approach This study aims to establish a robust, low-cost serological surveillance method to assess the burden of pediatric typhoid fever in Dhaka. We will conduct a prospective cohort study with 600 children under 10 years of age, using a […]

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Validation of a Rapid Diagnostic Kit for Detection of Hepatitis E Virus (HEV)

Primary Investigator Abu Bakar Siddik Our Approach Hepatitis E virus (HEV) remains a significant public health concern in low- and middle-income countries, including Bangladesh, where outbreaks frequently occur due to contaminated drinking water. Given the high burden of HEV and the associated complications, particularly among pregnant women, we have initiated a study to evaluate HEV

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