The National TB Control team visited the Damien Foundation Genomics-Mycobacteria Research and Training Centre to assess the establishment. They checked all the labs and commended the future plans of the team lead.
With 450,000 new cases annually, Nigeria is the African country that suffers the worst from tuberculosis (WHO statistics, 2020). However, Nigeria is also a pioneer in terms of technological advancement and national planning. Their drive and motivation to eliminate tropical diseases is impressive. A good example of this is the Damien Foundation Genomics & Mycobacteria…
In line with the DFG-MRTC’s mission of implementing modern day technologies into Mycobacterial research and diagnostics, the Lab welcomes the GeneXpert System, a machine instrumental in the rapid diagnosis of drug-resistant tuberculosis. The Team Lead, Professor Cadmus, alongside Professor Tomori, a member of the advisory board, received and inspected the machine. The GeneXpert machine has…
A Centre of Excellence in the Genomics of Mycobacteria Research and Training, with the additional aim of contributing to a reduced burden of infectious diseases in Africa.
We aim to advance novel and innovative research in the areas of molecular epidemiology, genomics and immunodiagnostics of Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer. All these are done towards promoting patient care.
Media preparation, culture, isolation and microscopy of mycobacterial organisms.
DNA extraction, amplification, sequencing, and computational analysis for genetic characterization.
Morphometric analysis, microscopy, and digital imaging for structural and quantitative assessments.
Preparation, sterilization, and quality control of culture media for microbial and cell culture applications.
Rapid molecular detection of pathogens and genetic markers using real-time PCR technology.
Equipped for experimental design, sample processing, data analysis, and documentation.
Essential laboratory tools for sample preparation, storage, and analytical procedures.
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