MPOX-PROBE: Research and Control of Mpox virus (MPXV)
MPOX-PROBE is a European Commission and EDCTP3 funded project to support clinical research in Sub-Saharan Africa and contribute to the control of the Mpox infection. Through in-depth studies and international collaborations, we are committed to improving global health and preventing future epidemics.
Our advanced research in Mpox control.
The spread of Mpox virus (MPXV) in Sub-Saharan Africa presents an urgent public health concern with global implications.
MPOX-PROBE is a research project responding to the need for data-driven efforts to identify transmission routes and implement public health initiatives. With activities in three main pillars, (1) improving epidemiological surveillance of Mpox with new diagnostics and sampling efforts including high-risk areas and vulnerable populations, (2) capacity building to
improve diagnostic and research capacities of researchers and public health workers in DRC and RoC and (3) strengthening public health response by sharing surveillance data and newly developed spatiotemporal risk and transmission models for Mpox, the MPOX-PROBE international Consortium will create actionable data to uncover MPXV transmission routes and natural reservoirs facilitating development of effective interventional packages. The transmission and risks models will allow prediction of future or emerging outbreaks and develop initiatives to prevent further spread. Together, these efforts will benefit vulnerable populations and general public in sub-Saharan Africa alike while also performing ground-breaking research to understand transmission mechanisms.
Committed to fight Mpox
Urgent action is needed to strengthen preparedness, surveillance, and control measures to mitigate the impact of Mpox in RoC and DRC and on global health security.
Enhanced surveillance by collection and analysis of epidemiological data.
Creating a dynamic transmission model to map infection routes and predict risk.
Improved Diagnostic Capacity and training of healthcare workers.
Any query?
Do you have any question regarding the project? Write to: info@mpox-probe.org