Kenya Institute of Primate Research - KIPRE

Our research institutions plays a pivotal role towards cutting edge first class research and innovation. Today at @primateresearch I engaged with scientists and toured the institute's research facilities to gain a deeper appreciation of the groundbreaking work being undertaken in #biomedical research, infectious diseases, reproductive health and One health, Kenya has the talent and scientific capacity to compete globally. Our focus must now be on ensuring that research translates into innovation, commercialization with entrepreneurship towards job creation while addressing our national development priorities. I also encouraged our scientists to communicate their research more effectively so that Kenyans can better appreciate the critical role science, research and innovation play in improving lives and driving economic growth with Impact. Huge potential in production of antivenom. The Government remains committed to strengthening research financing to 1% of the GDP, fostering collaboration among institutions, and building a vibrant innovation ecosystem that positions Kenya as a regional leader in science and research. @nacosti @KENIAupdates @nrfkenya @TWASnews @KEMRI_Wellcome @KEMRI_Kenya @KenyanMuseum @koske_felix @SciforAfrica @sri_kenya @OfficePCS_KE

@primateresearch appreciating extraction of venom for antivenom. It is estimated in 🇰🇪 we have annual 20,000 snake bites, with up to 4,000 deaths and 7,000 serious disabilities. We need to produce our own antivenom to enhance efficacy. In Kenya, a single vial typically costs between KSh 4,700 and KSh 8,500. We need to fund for production and commercialization @koske_felix @MusaliaMudavadi @nacosti @nrfkenya @KENIAupdates @OfficePCS_KE