HEIR Mentorship
Academy

Building Africa’s next generation of health researchers through structured training, expert mentorship, and hands-on scientific exposure.

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Bridging the Gap

Despite growing interest in research across Africa, many aspiring scientists face limited access to mentorship and publication guidance. The Academy exists to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world research practice.

Who the Academy is For

  • Postgraduate Students
  • Medical Doctors
  • Public Health Practitioners
  • Aspiring Scientists

Outcome-Oriented Mentorship

Participants are paired with experienced researchers for technical guidance, career support, and real-world project feedback.

Core Training Modules

Research Design & Protocol Development

Develop robust research questions and register protocols using international standards (e.g., PROSPERO)

# Study Methodology# Protocol Writing# Ethical Approvals
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Evidence Synthesis & Systematic Reviews

Build capacity in synthesising existing evidence to inform global health policy and clinical practice.

# Meta-analysis Evidence# Appraisal# RevMan# Proficiency
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Health Data Analytics

Gain practical skills in analyzing and interpreting public health data using industry-standard software.

# Inferential Statistics# Data Visualization
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Scientific Writing & Publication

Scientific Writing & Publication Demystifying the publication process—from manuscript structuring to responding to peer review.

# Journal Selection# Peer Review Strategy

Learning
Outcomes

Professional Competencies

Design & conduct independent research
Contribute to peer-reviewed publications
Apply evidence in policy contexts
Engage in global research collaborations

Join the Academy

We are currently accepting applications for our next cohort of African health researchers.

Start Mentee Application