Tuberculosis - The Aurum Institute

A phase IIb, open-label, randomized controlled dose ranging multi-centre trial to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics and exposure-response relationship of different doses of delpazolid in combination with bedaquiline delamanid moxifloxaci

test Dierig, A., Hoelscher, M., Schultz, S., Hoffmann, L., Jarchow-MacDonald, A., Svensson, E.M., Te Brake, L., Aarnoutse, R., Boeree, M., McHugh, T.D. and Wildner, L.M., 2023. A phase IIb, open-labe...
Failure to decrease HbA1c levels following TB treatment is associated with elevated Th1/Th17 CD4+ responses

Krause, R., Warren, C.M., Simmons, J.D., Rebeiro, P.F., Maruri, F., Karim, F., Sterling, T.R., Koethe, J.R., Leslie, A. and van der Heijden, Y.F., 2023. Failure to decrease HbA1c levels following TB t...
Interview: “The situation is not going away,” says inspiring TB doctor

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Antibiotic slashes risk of drug-resistant TB in kids, major SA study finds

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New Child-friendly TB Prevention Treatment Available

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Kenyan children at risk of TB to get sweet prevention drugs

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What is next for BCG revaccination to prevent tuberculosis?

White, R.G., Fiore-Gartland, A.J., Hanekom, W.A., Vekemans, J., Garcia-Basteiro, A.L., Churchyard, G., Rangaka, M.X., Frick, M., Behr, M.A., Hill, P.C. and Mave, V., 2024. What is next for BCG revacci...
World TB Day 2024: Aurum Institute Ghana commits to ending TB in Ghana

The commitment of The Aurum Institute Ghana to combating tuberculosis (TB) remains resolute. In support of World TB Day 2024, Aurum Ghana proudly stood alongside Ghana Health Services to address the ...
Dr. Lucy Chimoyi Selected for Yale University's CIRA Fellowship

Aurum’s scientist, Dr. Lucy Chimoyi, has recently been selected as one of the International Visiting Fellows at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research on AIDS (CIRA) 2024 at Yale University. T...
World TB Day: Fundação Aurum participates in Costa do Sol Health Fair to end TB in Maputo

In celebration of global efforts towards ending TB tuberculosis (TB) on World Tuberculosis Day, Fundação Aurum, alongside the Maputo City Council hosted the Costa do Sol Av. Marginal Health Fair in ...
From Idea to Impact: The Pelebox Innovator Earns Recognition

As The Aurum Institute we celebrate Neo Hutiri, the innovative mind behind Pelebox, a revolutionary smart locker system transforming healthcare access. Neo's invention has drastically reduced wait tim...
World Tuberculosis Day: discover a Horizon 2020 project that is contributing to making a change in the field of tuberculosis treatment

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Prof Violet Chihota provides insights in TPT in World TB Day 2024 seminar

In commemoration of World TB Day 2024, esteemed experts convened at a virtual World TB Day Buildup Seminar to address the ongoing challenges and advancements in tuberculosis (TB) prevention. Hosted by...
World TB Day 2024: focus on long-term effects

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USAID-Funded ACCELERATE Initiative to Boost Tuberculosis Elimination Efforts in South Africa

In a landmark move towards ending tuberculosis (TB) in South Africa, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded the Aurum Institute US $47 million (approx. R886 million) to impl...
Revolutionising Pediatric TB Prevention: Insights from the Rifapentine Dispersible Formulation Webinar

In a monumental stride towards global tuberculosis (TB) prevention, a powerhouse collaboration of leading organisations recently convened a groundbreaking webinar on the dispersible formulation of rif...
The Aurum Institute Calls for Sustained Investment to Ensure Progress in TB Care

For over two decades, Aurum, as an African-led organisation, has been at the forefront of the TB response, driving research and innovation, and supporting implementation of programmes to improve healt...
Prof Setswe discusses NHI Bill

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Aurum's Commitment to Healthcare Access and Health Equity in Africa

Lagos, Nigeria, May 9, 2024 - The Aurum Institute participated in the 2024 Industry Engagement Forum, themed “Unlocking Healthcare Value Chains and Driving Investment through Partnerships: Accelerat...
World TB Month: PanTB-HM site tour

Tuberculosis remains a formidable global health challenge, causing significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Even after successful treatment, many patients experience lasting lung damage, comprom...