Recent publications

Editorial: Malaria molecular epidemiology current situation in Africa.Tandoh KZ, Duah-Quashie NO, Raman J, Ochola-Oyier LI
Front Epidemiol, (2024). 4:1400612

Bi-isotype immunoglobulins enhance antibody-mediated neutrophil activity against Plasmodium falciparum parasites.Ogwang R, Murugu L, Nkumama IN, Nyamako L, Kai O, Mwai K, Murungi L, Idro R, Bejon P, Tuju J, Kinyanjui SM, Osier FHA
Front Immunol, (2024). 15:1360220

Examining inequalities in spatial access to national health insurance fund contracted facilities in Kenya.Kazungu J, Moturi AK, Kuhora S, Ouko J, Quaife M, Nonvignon J, Barasa E
Int J Equity Health, (2024). 23:78

The Anopheles coluzzii range extends into Kenya: detection, insecticide resistance profiles and population genetic structure in relation to conspecific populations in West and Central Africa.Kamau L, Bennett KL, Ochomo E, Herren J, Agumba S, Otieno S, Omoke D, Matoke-Muhia D, Mburu D, Mwangangi J, Ramaita E, Juma EO, Mbogo C, Barasa S, Miles A
Malar J, (2024). 23:122

Hydroxyurea dose optimisation for children with sickle cell anaemia in sub-Saharan Africa (REACH): extended follow-up of a multicentre, open-label, phase 1/2 trial.Aygun B, Lane A, Smart LR, Santos B, Tshilolo L, Williams TN, Olupot-Olupot P, Stuber SE, Tomlinson G, Latham T, Ware RE
Lancet Haematol, (2024). S2352-3026:00078-4

Severe morbidity and hospital-based mortality from Rift Valley fever disease between November 2017 and March 2020 among humans in Uganda.Anywaine Z, Hansen C, Warimwe GM, Abu-Baker Mustapher G, Nyakarahuka L, Balinandi S, Ario AR, Lutwama JJ, Elliott A, Kaleebu P
Virol J, (2024). 21:104

Cross-cultural equivalence of the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10) across four African countries in a multi-national study of adults.Ametaj AA, Denckla CA, Stevenson A, Stroud RE, 2nd Hall J, Ongeri L, Milkias B, Hoffman J, Naisanga M, Akena D, Kyebuzibwa J, Kwobah EK, Atwoli L, Gichuru S, Teferra S, Alemayehu M, Zingela Z, Stein DJ, Pretorius A, Newton CRJC, Mwema RM, Kariuki SM, Koenen KC, Gelaye B
SSM Ment Health, (2024). 5:

Comparative analysis of novel esophageal pressure monitoring catheters versus commercially available alternatives in a biomechanical model of the thoracic cavity.Abbate G, Colombo SM, Semenzin C, Sato N, Liu K, Ainola C, Milani A, Fior G, Obonyo N, White N, Chiumello D, Pauls J, Suen JY, Fraser JF, Li Bassi G
Sci Rep, (2024). 14:9771

Safety and immunogenicity of ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 (AZD1222) vaccine in adults in Kenya: a phase 1/2 single-blind, randomised controlled trial.Hamaluba M, Sang S, Orindi B, Njau I, Karanja H, Kamau N, Gitonga JN, Mugo D, Wright D, Nyagwange J, Kutima B, Omuoyo D, Mwatasa M, Ngetsa C, Agoti C, Cheruiyot S, Nyaguara A, Munene M, Mturi N, Oloo E, Ochola-Oyier L, Mumba N, Mauncho C, Namayi R, Davies A, Tsofa B, Nduati EW, Aliyan N, Kasera K, Etyang A, Boyd A, Hill A, Gilbert S, Douglas A, Pollard A, Bejon P, Lambe T, Warimwe G
Wellcome Open Res, (2023). 8:182

International Partnerships to Develop Evidence-informed Priority Setting Institutions: Ten Years of Experience from the International Decision Support Initiative (iDSI).Baker P, Barasa E, Chalkidou K, Chola L, Culyer A, Dabak S, Fan VY, Frønsdal K, Heupink LF, Isaranuwatchai W, Mbau R, Mehndiratta A, Nonvignon J, Ruiz F, Teerawattananon Y, Vassall A, Guzman J
Health Syst Reform, (2023). 9:2330112

Designing and delivering bioinformatics project-based learning in East Africa.Kibet CK, Entfellner JD, Jjingo D, de Villiers EP, de Villiers S, Wambui K, Kinyanjui S, Masiga D
BMC Bioinformatics, (2024). 25:150

MAM 2024: Malaria in a changing world.Longley RJ, Malinga J, Hesping E, Sutanto E, DonVito SM, Kucharski M, Oyong DA, Verhoef JMJ, Du E, Villasis E, Mwikali K
Trends Parasitol, (2024). 40:355-361

Hypothermia amongst neonatal admissions in Kenya: a retrospective cohort study assessing prevalence, trends, associated factors, and its relationship with all-cause neonatal mortality.Wainaina J, Ogero M, Mumelo L, Wairoto K, Mbevi G, Tuti T, Mwaniki P, Irimu G, English M, Aluvaala J
Front Pediatr, (2024). 12:1272104

Feasibility, safety, and impact of the RTS,S/AS01(E) malaria vaccine when implemented through national immunisation programmes: evaluation of cluster-randomised introduction of the vaccine in Ghana, Kenya, and Malawi.Asante KP, Mathanga DP, Milligan P, Akech S, Oduro A, Mwapasa V, Moore KA, Kwambai TK, Hamel MJ, Gyan T, Westercamp N, Kapito-Tembo A, Njuguna P, Ansong D, Kariuki S, Mvalo T, Snell P, Schellenberg D, Welega P, Otieno L, Chimala A, Afari EA, Bejon P, Maleta K, Agbenyega T, Snow RW, Zulu M, Chinkhumba J, Samuels AM
Lancet, (2024). 403:1660-1670

The double burden of malnutrition in individuals: Identifying key challenges and re-thinking research focus.Kiosia A, Dagbasi A, Berkley JA, Wilding JPH, Prendergast AJ, Li JV, Swann J, Mathers JC, Kerac M, Morrison D, Drake L, Briend A, Maitland K, Frost G
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Nutritional status of people who inject drugs in Coastal Kenya: a cross-sectional study.Budambula V, Ngari M, Budambula NLM, Ahmed AA, Were T
BMC Nutr, (2024). 10:55

HLA-A*23 Is Associated With Lower Odds of Acute Retroviral Syndrome in Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 Infection: A Multicenter Sub-Saharan African Study.Lindquist L, Kilembe W, Karita E, Price MA, Kamali A, Kaleebu P, Tang J, Allen S, Hunter E, Gilmour J, Rowland-Jones SL, Sanders EJ, Hassan AS, Esbjörnsson J
Open Forum Infect Dis, (2024). 11:ofae129

A qualitative inquiry on drivers of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among adults in Kenya.Orangi S, Mbuthia D, Chondo E, Ngunu C, Kabia E, Ojal J, Barasa E
PLOS Glob Public Health, (2024). 4:e0002986

Childhood growth during recovery from acute illness in Africa and South Asia: a secondary analysis of the childhood acute illness and nutrition (CHAIN) prospective cohort.Bourdon C, Diallo AH, Mohammad Sayeem Bin Shahid AS, Khan MA, Saleem AF, Singa BO, Gnoumou BS, Tigoi C, Otieno CA, Oduol CO, Lancioni CL, Manyasi C, McGrath CJ, Maronga C, Lwanga C, Brals D, Ahmed D, Mondal D, Denno DM, Mangale DI, Chimwezi E, Mbale E, Mupere E, Salauddin Mamun GM, Ouédraogo I, Berkley JA, Njunge JM, Njirammadzi J, Mukisa J, Thitiri J, Walson JL, Jemutai J, Tickell KD, Shahrin L, Mallewa M, Hossain MI, Chisti MJ, Timbwa M, Mburu M, Ngari MM, Ngao N, Aber P, Harawa PP, Sukhtankar P, Bandsma RHJ, Bamouni RM, Molyneux S, Mwaringa S, Shaima SN, Ali SA, Afsana SM, Banu S, Ahmed T, Voskuijl WP, Kazi Z
EClinicalMedicine, (2024). 70:102530

Women's autonomy and maternal health decision making in Kenya: implications for service delivery reform - a qualitative study.Olwanda E, Opondo K, Oluoch D, Croke K, Maluni J, Jepkosgei J, Nzinga J
BMC Womens Health, (2024). 24:181