MACHA RESEARCH TRUST

Advancing Health Through Research, Innovation & Collaboration

Conducting and supporting quality health research, training and programmes addressing relevant health issues in Zambia and beyond.

RESEARCH • COMMUNITY • IMPACT
WHO WE ARE

Research for Better Health

Macha Research Trust is a Zambian research organisation committed to generating evidence that contributes to better health outcomes for communities in Zambia and beyond.

Our work brings together research, innovation, training and collaboration to address important public health challenges.

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OUR RESEARCH

Research Areas

Our multidisciplinary research addresses major health challenges through scientific investigation, field programmes and community collaboration.

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Malaria & Vector Control

Research focused on malaria prevention, mosquito behaviour, vector surveillance and innovative vector control approaches.

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Clinical & Public Health Research

Conducting research that generates evidence to improve health services, clinical practice and public health programmes.

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Disease Surveillance

Using surveillance systems, laboratory science and data to understand and respond to important diseases.

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04

Community Health & Innovation

Working with communities and partners to develop practical approaches that address local health priorities.

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FEATURED RESEARCH

Our Projects

Discover selected research programmes and projects contributing to scientific knowledge and improved health outcomes.

PROJECT 01
MALARIA RESEARCH

ICEMR

Research focused on malaria transmission, epidemiology and strategies for malaria control.

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PROJECT 02
INFECTIOUS DISEASES

CEIRR

Research and preparedness activities addressing emerging and infectious disease threats.

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PROJECT 03
PUBLIC HEALTH

PART-STUDY

Public health research designed to generate evidence for improved health interventions and services.

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PROJECT 04
VECTOR RESEARCH

Human Odours

Innovative research investigating human odours and their potential applications in vector control.

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PROJECT 05
CLINICAL RESEARCH

KBB

Clinical research contributing to improved understanding and management of important health conditions.

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PROJECT 06
VECTOR CONTROL

ATSB

Innovative approaches to reducing mosquito populations and interrupting malaria transmission.

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OUR CAPACITY

Facilities & Infrastructure

Our research programmes are supported by specialised facilities, laboratories, surveillance systems and field research capacity.

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GIS & Environmental Surveillance

Geographic information systems and environmental surveillance supporting research and disease monitoring.

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Reference Laboratory

Laboratory infrastructure supporting research, diagnostics and scientific investigations.

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Mosquito House

Dedicated facilities supporting mosquito and vector research under controlled research conditions.

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Field & Community Research

Field-based research capacity supporting community engagement, surveillance and implementation programmes.

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OUR IMPACT

Research That Makes a Difference

We connect scientific research with communities, institutions and partners to translate evidence into meaningful health impact.

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Research & Innovation

Generating evidence and supporting innovative approaches to important health challenges.

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Community Engagement

Working with communities to ensure research responds to local priorities and contributes to better health.

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Training & Capacity Building

Developing research skills and strengthening scientific capacity through training and mentorship.

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Scientific Collaboration

Building partnerships that strengthen research, innovation and knowledge exchange.

RESEARCH GOVERNANCE

Ethics & Research Governance

We are committed to conducting responsible, ethical and scientifically rigorous research that protects the rights, safety and wellbeing of research participants.

Our research activities are guided by appropriate ethical standards, regulatory requirements and research governance processes.

Visit Ethics & IRB
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Research Ethics

Ethical principles and responsible conduct of research.

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IRB Review

Ethical review and oversight of research involving human participants.

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Research Resources

Guidelines, forms and information for researchers.

NEWS & STORIES

Latest From Macha Research Trust

Explore research updates, programme activities, community stories, announcements and other developments from Macha Research Trust.

RESEARCH
RESEARCH UPDATE

Advancing Health Research in Zambia

Discover the latest research activities and programmes contributing to improved health outcomes.

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COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY STORY

Working Together With Communities

Learn how collaboration with communities supports meaningful research and public health programmes.

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PARTNERSHIPS
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Research Partnerships & Collaboration

Updates on collaborations, partnerships, training and activities supporting research at Macha.

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KNOWLEDGE & EVIDENCE

Publications

Explore research publications, scientific reports and other knowledge resources from Macha Research Trust and its collaborators.

RESOURCE 01
SCIENTIFIC OUTPUT

Research Publications

Explore scientific publications generated through Macha Research Trust research programmes and projects.

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RESOURCE 02
RESEARCH REPORTS

Research Reports

Access research reports, study findings and other scientific outputs from our research programmes.

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RESOURCE 03
RESEARCH RESOURCES

Research Resources

Find useful research documents, guidelines and resources for researchers, partners and collaborators.

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OUR NETWORK

Partners & Collaborators

Our research is strengthened through collaboration with academic institutions, government agencies, research organisations, funders and health partners.

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Academic Partners

Collaborating with universities and academic institutions to strengthen research, training and scientific knowledge.

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Research Institutions

Working with research organisations to develop innovative studies and generate high-quality scientific evidence.

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Government & Health Partners

Supporting national and local health priorities through research, surveillance and programme collaboration.

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Funding & Global Partners

Building partnerships that support sustainable research, innovation, training and community health programmes.

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We welcome opportunities to collaborate on research, training, innovation and programmes that contribute to better health outcomes.

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GET IN TOUCH

Contact Macha Research Trust

We welcome enquiries about research collaboration, partnerships, programmes, training and other opportunities to work with Macha Research Trust.

Location

Macha Research Trust
Macha, Choma
Southern 10101, Zambia

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Research & Partnership Enquiries

Interested in collaborating with Macha Research Trust? Contact us to discuss research partnerships, scientific collaboration, training opportunities or health programmes.

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MACHA RESEARCH TRUST

Advancing Research. Improving Health.

 

Together with communities and partners, we are working to generate evidence and strengthen health outcomes in Zambia and beyond.

 

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