Overview

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) was established in 1969 with the aim to deliver on a mandate to promote the improvement of the health and the quality of life of the population of our country through research, development and technology transfer.

The scope of the SAMRC’s research includes basic laboratory investigations, clinical research and public health studies.  Research at the SAMRC focuses on the ten highest causes of mortality in South Africa and includes TB, HIV, chronic diseases, alcohol and drug abuse, and women’s health.

• Latest News
• Calendar: Meetings & Events
• SAMRC Merit Awards

	Press Release: Public-private partnership begins HIV vaccine clinical trial in Sub-Saharan Africa   November 30, 2017
	Press Release: Trying working environments strain quality of health care  November 27, 2017
	Press Release: Designing inclusive interventions for change November 22, 2017
	Request for Applications: PhD scholarships Closing date: 15 December 2017
	Previous Media Statements

SAMRC Year Calendar

The South African Medical Research Council strongly supports excellence in health research and has established a set of medal awards to recognise world-class science.

The Awards are among South Africa’s most prestigious and are dedicated to contributions to health research in South Africa.

  
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