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Schistosomiasis

Led by Pr. Abdoulaye Dabo

The DEAP has been a WHO Collaborating Centre for Schistosomiasis since 1987. The creation of UFR Schistosomoses and Molluscs Intermediate Hosts was created in 1995. The unit has as mission:

  • Generate research results on schistosomosis, helminthiasis and intermediate host molluscs for use in informed public health decision-making;
  • Test efficient and generalizable control strategies for schistosomosis, helminthiasis and intermediate host molluscs;
  • Enhance the training (interns, trainees, assistants, PhD students) and research (Masters and PhD) potential of the learners receiving MRTC/DEAP/FMPOS.