Centre For Infectious Disease Research In Zambia

This study evaluates a program for HIV-positive adolescent girls and young women who are pregnant or parenting. The program offers education on sexual health, support groups, skills development, mentorship, and involvement of young fathers. Researchers will measure resilience and…

This study in Zambia is testing whether community-based and streamlined models of antiretroviral therapy (ART) care can help people living with HIV stay in treatment. It involves about 3,100 HIV-positive adolescents and adults who are not acutely ill. Participants may receive car…

This study in Zambia evaluates whether dedicated 'viremic clinics'—where people with HIV who have high viral loads receive extra support from a team of healthcare providers—can improve viral suppression. The trial includes 548 participants aged 15 and older who have been on first…

This study looks at how a shorter tuberculosis (TB) treatment regimen works for children and adolescents with non-severe TB in Zambia. It involves children, caregivers, health workers, and policymakers to understand how well the regimen is accepted, followed, and feasible in real…

Researchers are testing two lab-made antibodies, CAP256V2LS and VRC07-523LS, given as shots under the skin to young women who do not have HIV. The phase II trial enrolls about 990 women aged 18 to 30 in Zambia and nearby countries. It measures whether the shots cause serious reac…

This trial tests whether a three-dose hepatitis B vaccine can protect healthcare workers in Zambia from infection. The vaccine is given at 0, 1, and 6 months, and blood tests measure the immune response. The goal is to see if the vaccine produces protective antibodies and cellula…

This study aims to develop a program to help people living with HIV in Zambia re-engage with care after they have missed appointments or stopped taking their medication. Many people cycle in and out of HIV care, and returning is a critical moment to prevent future lapses. Researc…

This study aims to understand the lived experiences of family caregivers who provide unpaid care to people with mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma in Zambia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers will interview caregivers and mental health experts to…

This study surveys senior managers at companies in Zambia with silica dust exposure to assess their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding tuberculosis. Since these leaders shape workplace policies, their understanding is key to protecting workers. The findings could highl…

This study explores how human, animal, and environmental health are linked across Zambia's diverse ecosystems. Researchers will interview food producers, traders, health professionals, and policymakers to assess knowledge and practices around food safety, animal disease surveilla…

This pilot study explores whether adding a urine biomarker test to standard alcohol screening can improve detection and treatment of harmful drinking among HIV-affected adolescents and young adults in Lusaka, Zambia. Sixty participants aged 16–24 will receive a brief counseling s…