ACE-Uganda at the Forefront of Cancer Research
Elizabeth Basemera
Communications Assistant
This week, the D43 Cancer Genomics and Genomic Data Science Fellows from the African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics & Data Intensive Sciences – Uganda (ACE-Uganda), alongside their Principal Investigators Dr. Daudi Jjingo and Dr. Warren Phipps, are attending two major events shaping the future of cancer research on the continent.
This week, the D43 Cancer Genomics and Genomic Data Science Fellows from the African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics & Data Intensive Sciences – Uganda (ACE-Uganda), alongside their Principal Investigators Dr. Daudi Jjingo and Dr. Warren Phipps, are attending two major events shaping the future of cancer research on the continent.
The first is the Principal Investigator (PI) Meeting for the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Institutional Research Training (D43) Program, held from 2 to 3 September 2026. This gathering brings together D43 Principal Investigators, trainees, program administrators, and NCI program staff to share progress, discuss best practices, and strengthen collaboration across the network of institutions engaged in cancer research training and capacity building in low- and middle-income countries.
The second event is The Future of Cancer Research in Africa Summit, held from 3 to 4 September 2026. The summit is centered on a critical question: How do we develop and sustain cancer research in Africa at a moment when cancer deaths are projected to double in 25 years and the global support landscape is shifting?
The summit focuses on three interlocking priorities: governance, operations, and compliance for Africa-owned, sustainable research; policy and financing reforms to sustain cancer science; and training and workforce strategies for the next generation of African cancer researchers.
This morning, Dr. Daudi Jjingo presented on bioinformatics applications in cancer research, showcasing how computational approaches are transforming our understanding of cancer and enabling precision medicine for African populations.
ACE-Uganda is proud to see its team and fellows representing the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) and contributing to these critical conversations.
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Elizabeth Basemera
Communications Assistant
Elizabeth Basemera is a Communications professional at the African Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Bioinformatics and Data-Intensive Sciences. Here, she leads strategic communications, digital engagement, and science storytelling to promote the Centre's research, training programmes, and partnerships. Her work focuses on making complex scientific research accessible to diverse audiences while strengthening ACE's visibility and impact across Africa. She is passionate about effective storytelling and how it can strengthen research impact, foster collaboration and inspire the next generation.