OUCRU Nepal was honored to host a high-level delegation from the Wellcome Trust, including Jimmy Volmink (Executive Director of Equity), Stephen Gray (Research Ecosystems Lead for South and Southeast Asia), and Steven Hoffman (Chief Strategy Officer).
The visit provided an opportunity for the delegation to gain a deeper understanding of OUCRU Nepal’s research programmes, laboratory capacity, and clinical partnerships through direct engagement with our teams and site visits. They toured our microbiology laboratory and visited several partner hospitals, reflecting the strong and trusted collaborations we maintain with local health institutions.
The delegation also met with Nepal’s Minister of Health and Population, Hon. Mr Pradip Paudel, to discuss the importance of investing in health research and translating evidence into policy to strengthen national health systems.
From tackling antimicrobial resistance to addressing emerging infectious diseases, OUCRU Nepal’s research responds to the urgent health challenges faced in Nepal and across the region. The visit highlighted how our collaborative, context-specific approach is advancing equitable solutions for global health.
We are grateful for the time, insights, and continued support of our colleagues at the Wellcome Trust. Their engagement reinforces the value of partnerships in driving impactful research and fostering innovation in global health.
