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Blood group Polymorphism and Susceptibility to malaria
Objectives
In this project, we intend to evaluate the blood group polymorphism and define the susceptibility and severity profile of Plasmodium.
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Principal Investigators / Focal Persons
Rationale and Abstract
Malaria continues to be a public health problem in Africa contributing to the high rates of morbidity and deaths. The research of Prof. Dr. Sacomboio will assess whether certain blood groups are associated with susceptibility and severity in malaria infection.
Study Design
Two study groups will participate in this project (500 individuals without malaria, and 500 individuals with malaria), where we will evaluate blood group polymorphisms (Duffy, ABO, Lewis, Kidd, Kell, RH, sickle cell anemia, and others).
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Date
Jan 2023 — Dec 2027
Total Project Funding
$534,925
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