Faith Osier: 1000 African immunologists in 10 years
Channel: Tropical Medicine Oxford
Date: 2020-10-27

Professor Faith Osier from KWTRP (KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme) in Kilifi, Kenya, tells us about her project, as incoming President of the International Union of Immunological Societies, to support the training of immunologists from Africa.
As president of the International Union of Immunological Societies, Faith Osier oversees the FAIS Legacy Project that aims to train 1000 African immunologists over 10 years. Increased capacity and a strong African immunological community will be better prepared to deal with persistent problems and new threats.