
Ian Sanne
Ian Sanne is a leading researcher in HIV clinical trials and currently serves as the chief medical officer at Palladium. He gained attention in the news following the termination of a critical $2.5 million NIH grant for his work at the University of the Witwatersrand, raising concerns about the ethical implications of abruptly halting clinical trials.
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Professor Ian Sanne described Mafokate's contribution as 'historic, transformative and deeply personal'.
King of horses leaves lasting legacyMail & Guardian·
South Africa· 2026-09-09
Ian Sanne is a world-renowned HIV expert who taught Francois Venter how to conduct clinical trials.
Professor screw it, let’s do it – The Mail & GuardianMail & Guardian·
South Africa· 2025-06-30
Ian Sanne is heading the Clinical HIV Research Unit and is also a chief investigator for the Wits project.
Trump ends SA’s HIV and TB research grants – The Mail & GuardianMail & Guardian·
South Africa· 2025-03-24






















