The MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, in collaboration with the °®ÍþÄÌapp of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM, through the Epiverse-TRACE initiative funded by data.org, will hold a 2-week hands-on training on "Outbreak Analytics and Applied Modelling with R" from 11–22 August, 2025, at the MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, Entebbe Campus.
This course is designed for field epidemiologists, public health professionals, researchers and students in Uganda who are interested in using data science tools to investigate and respond to disease outbreaks. Participants will explore practical approaches to outbreak data analysis, real-time estimation of key outbreak metrics and modelling intervention impacts. The training will make use of specialized R packages developed by the Epiverse-TRACE initiative and others, offering a unique opportunity to apply these techniques to real-world public health scenarios.
Important to note:
- Participants are required to bring their own laptops.
- Training sessions will run daily from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
- Lunch will be provided.
- There will be no sessions on the weekend of 16–17 August.
Secure your spot today by completing the Application Form. Apply here:
Please note that application closes on 27 June, 2025.
If you have any other questions about the training, please send an email to: Training@mrcuganda.org
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