Capacity Building
SOFAR Programme
The Southern Africa Research Capacity Network strengthens research training, mentorship, and collaboration across Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Zambia.
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BRTI is an independent institute in Zimbabwe, generating evidence, building research capacity, and improving health outcomes across Africa.
Harare, Zimbabwe
Bridging research and communities for lasting impact.
Our Expertise
Research Areas
HIV Research
Community-based research on HIV using genomics, bioinformatics, and data science to analyse behavioural and biologic interventions for prevention and treatment.
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Tuberculosis
Research studies designed to answer critical questions about TB prevention, diagnosis, and treatment through clinical trials and operational research.
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Clinical Trials
Rigorous randomised controlled trials evaluating interventions for HIV, TB, and other priority health conditions across Zimbabwe.
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Health Systems
Health system strengthening research led by the Centre for International Health and Policy to generate evidence for policy and performance improvement.
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Social & Behavioural Science
Qualitative and mixed-methods research on health behaviours, diagnostics acceptance, and ethical issues in health research.
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Genomics & Laboratory Science
Genetic and molecular studies including genotyping, molecular epidemiology, and research into the emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance.
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Three Decades of Impact
- 30+
- Years of Research Excellence
- 50+
- Active Research Projects
- 100+
- Researchers & Staff
- 500+
- Publications
- 20+
- International Collaborators
Active Research
Featured Research Projects
HIV Research
D43 ATCHIVR Programme
Advanced training in HIV and opportunistic infections genomics, building capacity for conduct of advanced HIV research through fellowships and mentored training.
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HIV Research
Manicaland HIV Project
Multidisciplinary research understanding and responding to trends in the spread, impact, and control of the HIV epidemic in eastern Zimbabwe.
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Tuberculosis
XACT-3 TB Trial
A randomised controlled trial evaluating scalable active case finding for tuberculosis using point-of-care molecular diagnostics (GeneXpert).
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Laboratory Services
BRTI operates ISO-accredited laboratories at two locations in Harare, providing molecular diagnostics, microbiology, and TB testing with participation in international external quality assurance programmes.
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ISO Accredited Laboratories
Our laboratories are accredited to ISO 15189 standards and registered with the Health Professions Council of Zimbabwe.
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Viral Load Testing
Molecular assays for detection and quantification of viral loads, including HIV viral load monitoring and ARV resistance testing.
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Molecular Diagnostics
Advanced molecular diagnostics including GeneXpert TB testing, culture, identification, and drug sensitivity testing.
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Research Support Services
Comprehensive laboratory support for clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and operational research across Zimbabwe.
Capacity Building
Training & Fellowships
Building health research capacity across Zimbabwe and Southern Africa through mentored training, fellowships, and world-class research skills development.
Short course
Linux terminal
A 45-minute short course on this site for health researchers who need to find files, read data, and run a script on a Linux server.
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The CREATE PhD Fellowship Program at the Health Research Unit Zimbabwe (THRU-Zim) builds the next generation of African health researchers.
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The Southern Africa Research Capacity Network strengthens research training, mentorship, and collaboration across Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Zambia.
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Hands-on training workshops including Advanced Genomics Technologies, enabling researchers and laboratory scientists to explore genomic research.
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Postgraduate fellowships through TESA and EDCTP, supporting doctoral and postdoctoral training in clinical trials and health research.
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Structured internships providing practical experience in biomedical research, laboratory science, and research administration.
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Our Partners
BRTI collaborates with leading international agencies, universities, and funders to advance biomedical research and strengthen health systems across Africa.
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Stay Informed
Latest News
TESA III Postgraduate Fellowships Now Open
BRTI invites applications for postgraduate fellowships sponsored by TESA through EDCTP funding for clinical trials excellence in Southern Africa.
CREATE PhD Fellowship Programme Call for Applications
Applications are now open for the CREATE PhD fellowship program based at the Health Research Unit Zimbabwe (THRU-Zim) at BRTI.
Advanced Genomics Technologies Workshop Announced
A hands-on training workshop enabling researchers and laboratory scientists to learn about genomic technologies and explore potential research areas.
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Join a community of world-class researchers dedicated to improving health outcomes across Africa. Explore opportunities for collaboration, training, and careers at BRTI.