Chronic airflow obstruction in Tanzania - a cross-sectional study (Publications)
BACKGROUND: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a global problem and available data from sub-Saharan Africa is very limited. METHODS: A cross-sectional facility-based pilot study among patients a
Evaluation of two DNA extraction methods on the detection of <em>Strongyloides stercoralis</em> infection (Publications)
INTRODUCTION: Strongyloides stercoralis is present worldwide, but its prevalence is still uncertain, mainly due to the lack of sensitivity of diagnostic methods. Molecular techniques are under develop
MINDMAP: establishing an integrated database infrastructure for research in ageing, mental well-being, and the urban environment (Publications)
BACKGROUND: Urbanization and ageing have important implications for public mental health and well-being. Cities pose major challenges for older citizens, but also offer opportunities to develop, test,