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This initiative focuses on reshaping research to tackle the world's toughest health challenges, drive innovative science, and maximize societal impact. It examines how current research frameworks can foster breakthroughs while adhering to quality standards. The project, led by the Rodolphe Mérieux Laboratory in Madagascar, supports GABRIEL laboratories in achieving ISO 15189 accreditation through pilot programs in multiple countries, including Laos, Mali, Haiti, and Paraguay. The goal is to improve health policies and outcomes by emphasizing quality assurance and international standards.
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New Horizons: 3 ‘H’s • How can research be reshaped to work on the world’s most difficult and important problems? (relevance) • How can research be reshaped to promote innovative science and breakthrough discoveries? (innovation) • How can research be reshaped to maximize not only scientific output but also societal impact and impact on health policy? (impact)
Current Funded Projects Total: 1 264 300
Pipeline (2/2) Total for FMx: 5 302 000 US$
Quality Initiative • Designed to help GABRIEL member laboratories meet ISO 15189 accreditation requirements • Working group at Fondation Mérieux piloting project • Four pilot sites selected: • Christophe Mérieux Infectiology Centre in Laos, • Charles Mérieux Infectiology Centre in Mali, • Rodolphe Mérieux Laboratory at the GHESKIO Centre in Haiti • Molecular Biology and Genetics Department National University of Asunción in Paraguay
Quality Initiative • Achievements • Assessment of the 4 selected laboratories and identification of necessary improvements • Action plan to assist laboratories in meeting international quality standards • “Self-assessment” questionnaire for all GABRIEL members • Gathering information on their current Quality Assurance Management • Developed with Fiocruz, Brazil