WHO WE ARE
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya operated under the Science Technology and Innovation Act, 2013 as the national body responsible for carrying out research in human health in Kenya. Currently, KEMRI operates under Legal Notice No. 35 of March 2021.
KEMRI has grown from its humble beginning over 40 years ago to become a regional leader in human health research. The Institute currently ranks as one of the leading Centres of excellence in health research both in Africa as well as globally. Our mission is to improve human health and quality of life through research, capacity building, innovation and service delivery.
THE KEMRI ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC AND HEALTH CONFERENCE (KASH)
Information on the 17th KASH Conference coming soon!
OUR SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMMES
BIOTECHNOLOGY
Projects areas include: Vaccine Development, Diagnostics, Genetic Engineering, Bioin-formatics…
PUBLIC HEALTH & HEALTH SYSTEMS
Projects areas include: epidemiology, behavioural and social sciences, nutrition, environmental/ occupational health, oral …
SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE ADOLESCENT & CHILD HEALTH
Projects areas include: maternal health, child health, adolescent health, STI’s, Gender Based Violence (GBV), infertility, sexual…
NATURAL PRODUCTS & DRUG DEVELOPMENT
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INFECTIOUS & PARASITIC DISEASES
IPDRP focuses on the following sub-disciplines: Virology, Bacteriology, Mycology, Helminthology, Neglected Tropical Diseases and Zoonotic diseases…
NON COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
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DAILY NEWS
LATEST POSTS
KEMRI Hosts Cochrane Kenya Review Jam to Strengthen Evidence-Based Research
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), through Cochrane Kenya, hosted the Cochrane Kenya Review Jam 2026, bringing together….
KEMRI Strengthens Ethical Oversight of AI in Health Research
KEMRI through its Scientific and Ethics Review Unit (SERU), has strengthened its capacity to review the ethical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in health research….
KEMRI Showcases Research and Innovation Capabilities in the Inaugural meeting of KEMRI Strengthens Ethical Oversight of AI Pharmaceuticals and Vaccines
KEMRI has reaffirmed its commitment to translating scientific research and innovation into locally developed and manufactured…
Parliamentary Health Committee Backs Increased Investment in KEMRI to Advance Research and Vaccine Development
KEMRI hosted a high-profile 11-member delegation from the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health, led by its Chairperson, Hon. Dr. James Nyikal….
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