Global Lab Network (GLab)

Catch our wonderful discussion with @Enock4seth @faddai & @Win_Kot on developing professional skills for career success in tech: youtu.be/nZ00Ah3CMLc?si… #Sci4D

We wish to inform the general public and all stakeholders that the proposed X Space discussion on the new NITA Bill has been rescheduled. 🗓️ New Date: Tuesday, 26th May 2026 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM GMT The rescheduling is to allow for broader /1

Call for Applications 📢 The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID), in partnership with the @UNESCO Global Media Defence Fund (GMDF), invites environmental journalists to apply for a six-month storytelling fellowship. This initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of journalists to conduct investigative reporting on cases of violence against environmental reporters, while supporting the production, publication, and dissemination of these stories in line with international standards. 🔗Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… 📅Deadline: 8 June 2026

EPA wishes to inform the general public and all relevant stakeholders that the ban on production, importation, distribution, sale, and use of polystyrene foam products, popularly known as "Styrofoam" or "Takeaway Packs," in Ghana shall become effective 1st January 2027‼️‼️‼️

Dr. Cyril Dziedzorm Boateng, a senior lecturer in the Department of Physics and principal investigator of the West Africa Geophysics Laboratory (WAGEO Lab) at KNUST, received the award under the World Bank-financed WACA ResIP Programme of the Regional Partnership for the Conservation of the Coastal and Marine Zone in West Africa (PRCM). Learn more here⬇️ knust.edu.gh/news/news-item…

Become a next-generation scientist in human genetics and genomics. Duration: Two year full-time programme. Learn More: wagmc.ug.edu.gh/programmes/mas… Apply: admissions.ug.edu.gh/graduate-admis…

𝙊𝙥𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝘼𝙇𝙇 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 🚨 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗦 from the 16th to 19th June, 2026 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩 𝙥𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙞𝙩𝙨

Check out future leaders fellowship by Africa Clean Air Network and Health Effects Institute: opportunitiesforyouth.org/2026/05/24/fut…

I am recruiting a Senior Research Projects Officer (0.5 FTE) @SussexUni for a community-engaged dementia research programme focused on improving inclusion in dementia research among underserved communities in #Brighton. Supported by the @VivensaF, the role will involve co-designing engagement activities, building trusted community partnerships, and connecting communities with healthcare and research pathways. We welcome applicants with experience in community engagement, public involvement, outreach, or working with underrepresented communities in health/research settings. 📍 University of Sussex, UK 📅 Closing date: 7 June 2026 jobs.ac.uk/job/DRQ777/sen…

The University has scaled up its scholarship support with the award of 1,358 scholarships to new and continuing students for the 2025/2026 academic year. Read more: ug.edu.gh/news/ug-scales… #IntegriProcedamus #TransformativeStudentExperience

Urban slum residents in LMICs like Ghana face poor investment in living conditions & healthcare, undermining SDGs. Case studies from Accra reveal gaps in access to PHC and highlight the need for innovative, context-specific urban health solutions. tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10…

As part of my @wellcometrust-funded Career Development Award aimed at developing an ancestry-informed dementia cohort and Africa's first open-access iPSC biobank, we held a major capacity-building session yesterday in Damaturu. The training focused on core components of the study: ✅ Field cognitive screening tool ✅ Field data collection strategy ✅ Laboratory sample handling protocols Grateful to our dedicated team, @BioRTCNig staff, and collaborators (e.g. @conyike) for the shared commitment to this important work.

Last week we launched Imperial Global Ghana, our first physical presence in West Africa 🎉 Based in Accra, the hub will support research, education and innovation opportunities. Find out more ⬇️ imperial.ac.uk/about/global/g…

It was fantastic to see @MayorofLondon Sadiq Khan, to Imperial Global Ghana, our new hub at the University of Ghana. Our alum Shirgade Laryea, led the discussion as we welcomed a diverse community to celebrate innovation and global collaboration. 🌍 ▶️ imprl.biz/4lyJy7x

Glad to be part of #CleanAirGhana campaign led by @Ghanathink via its @Barcampghana programme. Air pollution is a leading environmental health threat. Let's join forces to be part of the #SolutionNotPollution, ensuring #CleanAirForAll in our communities! youtu.be/BjCK5g2QI2E?si…

Conversations are the starting point to finding #solutions to the myriad of problems. And that is what #KonnectMeetups are all about. Join one in your area if you have the chance and contribute to the solutions. #bcHo #CleanAirGhana #HoCityKonnect #QualityAir #CleanAirFund

We reached nearly 20 individuals and a school group (about 24 learners) directly with our key message 'be part of the solution and not the pollution'. Try out our super short quiz to test your knowledge on ##AirPollution in Ghana: forms.gle/QheZ1We8DmJnG4… #CleanAirGhana

I spent the day with my @GhanaThink colleague @iam_atsu at #SciFest organised by @Ghscientific. We engaged people on the dangers of air pollution and the need for safer environments via the #CleanAirGhana campaign. Thanks GhScientific for the opportunity! #CleanAirForAll

How is Accra addressing our growing air pollution problem learning from London's and Mayor Khan's longstanding pursuit of clean air policies? What mechanisms exist to advance scientific cooperation to propel local solutions? #CleanAirGhana #CleanAirForAll #SolutionNotPollution

Join our team! We’re looking for someone ideally with personal, academic, or professional ties to Nigeria—and a good understanding of the German Higher Education system. Intermediate German language skills and excellent English are essential. daad-ghana.org/en/about-us/cu…

HAPPENING NOW Clean-Air Forum taking place in Nairobi enters day two. Experts, policymakers and innovators from across Africa and beyond are gathered to address air pollution as one of the most urgent public health and environmental challenge. #KBCniYetu ^KG