The University of Abomey-Calavi's leading research hub for tackling tropical infectious diseases.
Learn More Our PublicationsTIDRC is a research and training center affiliated with the Doctoral School of Life and Earth Sciences (EDSVT) of the University of Abomey-Calavi. We provide outstanding training, promote knowledge through research, and recommend proven strategies for disease control.
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The Environment Data Management and University Training Unit (UEGDFU) houses cutting-edge research platforms
Maintenance & rearing of mosquito colonies (Anopheles gambiae & funestus)
Insecticide resistance phenotyping & mosquito net efficacy evaluation
P. falciparum culture & experimental infections in Anopheles mosquitoes
P. falciparum genetic diversity & antimalarial resistance surveillance
DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR & RNA interference techniques
Vector microbial ecology & bacterial mediation of insecticide resistance
NGS library prep, genomic sequencing & metagenomic data analysis
Semi-controlled field trials for vector behavioral responses in southern Benin
Behavioral analysis & mosquito response tracking systems
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Scientific Departments
Research Platforms
Genomic Sample Capacity
Djègbè I, Hessou-Djossou D, Gounou Boukari MKY, Nonfodji O, Tchigossou G, Djouak...
BMC Infect Dis (2024)
Odhiambo CA, Derilus D, Impoinvil LM, Omoke D, Saizonou H, Okeyo S, Dada N, Muld...
BMC Genomics (2024)
Nagi SC, Lucas ER, Egyir-Yawson A, Essandoh J, Dadzie S, Chabi J, Djogbénou LS,...
Mol Biol Evol (2024)
Sovegnon PM, Akoton R, Stopard IJ, Churcher TS, McCall PJ, Ranson H, Foster GM,...
Parasit Vectors (2024)
Corbel V, N'Guessan R, Brengues C, Chandre F, Djogbenou L, Martin T, Akogbéto M,...
Acta Trop (2007)
Djogbénou L, Weill M, Hougard JM, Raymond M, Akogbéto M, Chandre F.
J Med Entomol (2007)
TIDRC operates with 6 scientific departments and comprehensive RGMO administration, managing major international collaborations.
Campus UAC, Abomey-Calavi
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