Umberto D'Alessandro
Umberto D'Alessandro is a prominent researcher and director at the MRC Unit in Gambia, known for his significant contributions to malaria research, particularly in pediatric populations. He has been instrumental in studying the metabolic differences in infants, advocating for the inclusion of young children in malaria drug trials, and highlighting the urgent need for age-appropriate treatments to combat malaria effectively in vulnerable populations.
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Recent news mentions
D'Alessandro noted the importance of appropriate dosing for infants due to their immature liver function.
New infant malaria drug, vaccines light path to hope
Kenya· 2025-12-23
Prof. Umberto D’Alessandro, unit director of MRCG at LSHTM, underscored the importance of embracing artificial intelligence in health research.
MRCG at LSHTM hosts landmark conference on AI, health research
Gambia· 2025-11-06
Prof. Umberto D'Alessandro is the director of the MRC Unit in Gambia and emphasizes the importance of proper dosing for infants.
Dawa ya malaria kwa watoto wachanga yaidhinishwa
Tanzania· 2025-07-09
