Makerere University Hospital is proud to announce the official launch of the Olink Proteomics Platform — the first of its kind in East and Central Africa, and a groundbreaking milestone in Uganda’s journey toward advanced research-led healthcare innovation. This is a significant milestone in promoting advanced biomarker research in Uganda and across the African continent. The event will serve as a platform for raising awareness and engaging researchers in the transformative potential of Olink’s proteomics technology.
The launch is scheduled to take place on Thursday, 5th June 2025 at the Makerere University School of Public Health Auditorium, Time: 12.00pm. The event is organised in conjunction with Wellcome Leap and iTECH projects.
This cutting-edge technology helps scientists find tiny molecules in blood and other body fluids that act as early warning signs of disease. By spotting these signals early, researchers and clinicians can better understand, detect, treat, and monitor conditions such as: pregnancy-related high blood pressure (pre-eclampsia), Cancer, HIV and Tuberculosis, Malaria, Heart disease, Diabetes, and Re-emerging and emerging infectious diseases.
NOTE: Physical attendance is by invitation only. Virtual attendance is open to all, one is required to register at following link: https://info.olink.com/makerere-university-launch