The Non – Communicable Diseases Research Group (NCDRG) was formed in 2012 along with other Research groups in line with the Institute’s strategic plan. The Head of the Group is Dr. N. Odunukwe, Director of Research and Consultant Heamatologist.

     VISION

    To be the pioneer in the effort to reduce the prevalence of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and the associated morbidity and mortality.

    MISSION

    To generate research data that translates  towards prevention and control of NCDs in Nigeria, in collaboration with tertiary institutions and the organized private sectors nationally and internationally.

    OBJECTIVES OF THE GROUP

    • To conduct research in non-communicable diseases such as cancers, diabetes, hypertension, haemaglobinopathies,  cardiovascular disorders  and aneamias.
    • To disseminate information to the public on the risk factors associated with non-communicable diseases.
    • To use research findings to inform policy on Non – Communicable diseases.

    Research Group Members

    Prof. Innocent Ujah mni        Director General/Coordinator

    Dr.Nkiruka Odunukwe          Director of Research / Group Head

    Dr. Jerry Iwuora                   Consultant Physician

    Dr. Nnneka Egbuna             Chief Research Fellow

    Dr.  B.A Iwalokun                 Chief Research Fellow

    Mr. A.K Adeneye                 Research Fellow II

    Dr. Wapmuk Agatha            Research Fellow II

    Mr. Orok, A. Bassey            Research Fellow II