Media and press
The Communications Office is available from 08:00 to 16:15 each day from Monday to Thursday and 08:00 to 12:15 on Fridays, to answer questions from both local and international press on issues relating to medical research and MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM.
- Tel: +220 4496715
- Email: communications@mrc.gm
External visits
The Unit is open to visitors from schools, partners and collaborators. To arrange a visit please email communications@mrc.gm
| Department | Visiting schedule |
|---|---|
| Clinical Services | Availability can vary so it is best to make a request in advance so that a date and time can be arranged |
| Research Training and Career Development | Open for visits Tuesdays and Wednesdays 11:00 to 13:00 |
| Tuberculosis and Case Contact | Open for visits in July and August |
| Quality Department | Availability can vary so it is best to make a request in advance so that a date and time can be arranged |
| Laboratory Services | Availability can vary so it is best to make a request in advance so that a date and time can be arranged |
Communications
MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM Communications Department Objectives
We support and promote the achievements of The Unit, as well as takes into account the new vision, aims and approach.
As MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM is comprised of three stations (which include themes, departments, projects, and scientists) each having its own distinct characteristics and focus areas, we build on each other’s strengths to better promote our work as a collective.
Our Communication Strategy takes into account the Charter of the MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM as it addresses the following:
- Generates public awareness
- Communicates research outcomes
- Encourages public engagement and dialogue
- Disseminates knowledge
- Provides advice
Communications is a core activity of MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM and essential. It is a reflection of our scientific achievements of the past, highlights our current work, and promotes MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM to encourage stronger collaborations, new projects/initiatives and more health scientific research for our future.