Africa
The Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS) invites you to the virtual Africa Ambassador Symposium on 15 November 2024!
Join regional clinical research sites and industry professionals for virtual learning and collaboration as we address clinical research challenges and opportunities in Africa.
Come to learn and gain value information for successful site operations including study coordination, partnership management, patient enrollment, and more.
This free 3-hour livestream symposium will share how clinical research sites across Africa are approaching clinical trial execution.
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<strong>SCRS Ambassador Symposium Session Agenda</strong>
15 November 2024 | 16:00-19:00 GMT +1
| Registration | |
| 16:00 – 16:15 | Welcome and Opening Remarks Speakers: Dan Milam, Engagement, Sigla Therapeutics Queen Adaugo Ohandjo PhD., MSCR, Global Research Director, PROOFCR |
| 16:15 – 17:00 | SCRS and the Site Landscape in Africa Speakers: Danny Offenbacher, Payment & Tax Service Product Lead Michael Pierre, Project Manager, SCRS Gama Major Cindi, Executive Director, CRISMO Prof. Glenda Gray, Former President of South African Medical Research Council |
| 17:00 – 17:50 | Benefits, Drawbacks, and Myths of Decentralized Clinical Trials Speakers: Dr. Paul Ohandjo, Internist Department of Internal Medicine, Pediatric & Surgery, WAHO Center de santé OHANDJO solution Prof. Glenda Gray, Former President of South African Medical Research Council Merissa Govender, Global Innovation Lead, Sanofi |
| 17:50 – 18:00 | Break |
| 18:00 – 18:50 | Clinical Trials In Africa – Opportunities and Challenges
Breakout Sessions |
| 18:50 – 19:00 | Closing Remarks Speakers: Dan Milam, Engagement, Sigla Therapeutics Queen Adaugo Ohandjo PhD., MSCR, Global Research Director, PROOFCR |
Why Attend?
Receive a one-year SCRS Membership for your site*
Network and collaborate with sites and industry partners
Discover technologies to scale your site operations
Build your site’s research capacity and resources
Who Should Attend?
Clinical research sites and industry professionals located in Africa, including:
- Site Owners & Managers
- Clinical Investigators & Physicians
- Patient-Facing Teams
- Site Operations
- Business Development
- Regulatory & Government Affairs
About the SCRS Ambassador Program
The SCRS Ambassador Program is designed to cultivate a network of influential research industry professionals who will serve as SCRS ambassadors, bridging the gap between clinical research sites within their respective regions.
The Ambassador Program supports the global site community and other industry stakeholders by providing active and ongoing dialogue and content exchange. By attending Ambassador Symposiums, regional site attendees will have access to all SCRS member benefits for their entire organization.
Ambassador Program Africa Regional Lead
Major (Gama) Cindi
Major (Gama) Cindi is the Co-founder and Executive Director of CRISMO, a clinical research site management company based in Germiston, South Africa. Over the past 17 years, he has worked in the clinical research industry serving different roles before joining the clinical trial site management field, where he developed and implemented operational strategies for conducting multicenter clinical trials across various therapeutic areas. He also participated in a national roll-out of COVID-19 vaccination program assigned to health facilities in the Fezile Dabi district, north of Free State Province. Cindi has an Executive Development Programme from the University of Free State, an advanced diploma in Health Management and Administration, and a postgraduate certificates in Education, Project Management, and Entrepreneurship from various institutions. As a member of the South African Clinical Research Association (SACRA) since 2012, he frequently participates in local industry initiatives, workshops, and general contributions to industry guidelines.
Ambassador Program Country Lead
Queen Adaugo Ohandjo
Queen Adaugo Ohandjo is a scientific professional and clinical researcher, with a background in machine learning and data science tailored to addressing health disparities within research. Queen Adaugo successfully implemented cultural enhancements in institutions she attended, established a machine learning pathway during their TL1 Predoctoral Training at Morehouse School of Medicine and held roles with AstraZeneca, Pfizer, PPD, IQVIA, and Labcorp. She focused on community-based participatory research, contributing to more diverse clinical trials and achieving regulatory approvals within projected timelines. With a rich academic and professional background, she has received grants, awards, and leadership honors, showcasing a commitment to advancing healthcare inclusivity. Holding affiliations with organizations like AACR, ASCO, AHA, NIHT, CITI and ACRP; her leadership extends to founding initiatives like Care Hub Initiative Inc and co-founding Proof Clinical Research.
*Qualified site attendees will receive a one-year digital SCRS membership scholarship for your location. To qualify, you must be currently working at a site located within the named SCRS Ambassador region. (Sites located or headquartered in any other geography are not eligible). SCRS membership benefits will be available to all registered staff at your physical location. SCRS membership benefits are not transferable from originating SCRS Ambassador scholarship award.