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Molecular investigation of TSHR gene in Bangladeshi congenital hypothyroid patients

  In a quest to understand the intricate genetic basis of congenital hypothyroidism among the Bangladeshi population, our research team embarked on a journey into the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Receptor (TSHR) gene. They have recently published a paper on congenital hypothyroidism entitled,” Molecular investigation of TSHR gene in Bangladeshi congenital hypothyroid patients”. This paper highlights […]

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ideSHi’s Thalassemia Awareness and Free Carrier Screening program at Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka

Thalassemia is a hereditary blood disorder that affects the production of hemoglobin, leading to anemia and other health complications. To address this issue, Institute for developing Science & Health initiatives (ideSHi) is taking a proactive step by organizing a Thalassemia Awareness and Free Carrier Screening Program. The aim of this initiative is to raise awareness

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Natural Selection shapes the evolution of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron in Bangladesh

We are excited to announce the latest research in the field of virology. This research sheds light into the intricate evolution of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron within the context of Bangladesh. The study explores the genetic variations and mutations in the Omicron variant, revealing the ways in which the virus interacts with the local population and environmental

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Visitors@ideSHi

We are very gratified and content to share that Dr. Julia Lynch, an IVI (International Vaccine Institute) Investigator visited ideSHi. We share our works and thoughts from ideSHi and receives lots of information about IVI’s vaccination program and work procedure. There was a question answer session and a one-to-one introduction session. We also discussed about

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Bacterial and Viral Etiology of Acute Respiratory Infection among the Forcibly Displaced Myanmar Nationals (FDMNs) in Fragile Settings in Cox’s Bazar – A Prospective Case-Control Study

We are thrilled to present a significant addition to the realm of epidemiology and public health. The study investigates the intricate landscape of acute respiratory infections among the Forcibly Displaced Myanmar Nationals (FDMNs) in the fragile settings of Cox’s Bazar. This prospective case-control study sheds light on the bacterial and viral factors contributing to this

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Applications invited for ideSHi Global Health Fellowship program 2023-2024.

Position: Global Health Fellow No. of position: 1 Organization: institute for developing Science & Health initiatives (ideSHi) Job location: Dhaka Application Deadline: 15 July, 2023. Expected Start Date: 1 August, 2023 Required academic qualification:  BSc (Hon’s) and MSc (Thesis) in Biostatistics/ Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Computer Science with special interest in Bioinformatics and Genomics. Required research experience:   Hands-on experience in Biostatistics/ Biotechnology/

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ideSHi’s Thalassemia Awareness and Free Carrier Screening program at Sheikh Sayera Khatun Medical College and Hospital, Gopalganj

  Thalassemia is an autosomal recessive disease that results in a reduced rate of synthesis of one of the globin chains that make up hemoglobin causing anemia. It is one of the most common genetic disorders in Bangladesh and it is silently spreading day by day. There are estimated 60,000-70,000 patients are suffering from this disease

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HPV Awareness Program at Hazrat Shah Ali Girls’ High School, Mirpur-1. Dhaka-1216.

  Cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cause of cancer death among women in Bangladesh. Every year 12,000 women are diagnosed with this disease. Vaccines against HPV infection can prevent the disease. To continue to raise awareness regarding this burning health issue of women, ideSHi conducted the HPV infection, Vaccination, and Cervical Cancer Awareness

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