CATCR Central Africa Training platform for Clinical Research
Combating infection disease through Training and Research
About CATCR
A transformative initiative
CATCR is a regional platform dedicated to empowering African researchers and healthcare professionals in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, Gabon, and Cameroon. Designed to address the pressing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and other infectious diseases, CATCR builds a research and training ecosystem that empowers local talent across Central Africa to become global scientific leaders.
Our Mission
Strengthen health research systems and clinical research capacity in Central Africa through high-quality training, scientific innovation, and sustainable knowledge exchange.
Key Objectives
- Train researchers and health professionals.
- Fund fellows with mentorship and career development.
- Conduct advanced AMR research on malaria, tuberculosis, and zoonotic diseases.
- Establich sustainable North-South and South-South collaborations.
Every researcher has the power to transform the future. CATCR provide essential training programmes and resources to support African researchers in their mission to address global health challenges. Together, we build local capacity and create lasting impact with the help of international experts.
All training is delivered in English and French, with a special emphasis on gender inclusion and diversity.
- Accredited courses in epidemiology, molecular biology, and clinical trials
- Short-term lab attachments in Europe and Africa
- Mentorship by world-class scientists
- Career development plans tailored to each fellow
Empowering Research
Training & Fellowship Opportunities
Research Line 1 – AMR & Malaria
Investigating antimicrobial misuse in malaria treatment and mapping drug resistance markers to guide policy and clinical practice.
Research Line 2 – One Health & Zoonotic Resistance
Using a One Health approach to study drug-resistant bacteria in humans and livestock.
Research Line 3 – Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB)
Analyzing drug-resistance prevalence and pharmacodynamics across TB patients.
Get Involved
Health Professionals & Students
Apply to our training programmes and workshops
Researchers & Clinicians
Explore collaboration, mentorship, and fellowship calls
Policy Makers & NGOs
Partner with us to turn evidence into action
Latest news
CATCR Kick-Off Conference, Brazzaville
Mid-career fellows begin research placements