Catriona Waitt
Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Global Health
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda
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I lead a research programme re. medication dosing and safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding, at the Infectious Diseases Institute, Makerere University, Kampala
My organisation
At Makerere University, we pride ourselves on being one of Africa's oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning. Our commitment to academic excellence and innovative research enables us to shape future leaders and drive social transformation. We offer a diverse range of programs and foster an inclusive environment that promotes collaboration among students, faculty, and industry partners. Together, we are dedicated to contributing to knowledge creation and economic development in Uganda and beyond.
About me
I lead a research programme focusing on safe, effective medication use in people who are often excluded from clinical trials, particularly pregnant and breastfeeding women and their babies
Skills
- Clinical pharmacology
- infectious diseases
- pregnancy
- Lactation
- Pharmacometrics
- Community engagement
Interests
- tuberculosis
- Malaria
- HIV
- NTDs
- Acute medicine
- Sepsis
- Mutlimorbidity
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