The Glasgow Centre for International Development
The University of Glasgow Centre for International Development builds on the University's historical tradition of engagement with low-income countries through its unique range of expertise in the areas of human well being and animal health, the economy, the environment, learning and citizenship. Our aim is to use our strong interdisciplinary approach to make a significant contribution to international development through new partnerships with universities in the Global South; contribution to the UN Millennium Development Goals; linking with the UN and other stakeholders.Upcoming GCID Lecture
“A challenge for development: can sub-Saharan Africa be released from the grip of parasitic worms?”
date: 5.30pm on Thursday 18 February
venue: Wolfson Medical School building, Seminar room 1 (the Yudowitz)
speaker: Professor David Crompton, Honorary Senior Research Fellow (Author of “Afterthoughts of a Worm Hunter”)
Helminthiasis is the technical term for forms of disease (physical, mental and social) that accompany infections with parasitic worms. Millions of people in SSA endure the debilitating impact of helminthiasis. Why do these infections persist in SSA? How did Europe achieve permanent release? In SSA today the application of medical science can bring rapid relief, but such progress may be temporary because it depends on donors and agencies based outside the afflicted countries. What will happen if and when the agencies leave? How can progress be sustained? Where does health care fit into the “Development” agenda?
This talk will be of interest not only to parasitologists and health specialists, but also to those interested in policy and planning issues at the local level in Africa.
Copies of Professor Crompton's book “Afterthoughts of a Worm Hunter” will be on sale after the lecture. Copies cost £12.99 and all proceeds go towards the GCID Scholarship Fund. Please download the GCID book flyer for more information.
The lecture will be followed by a drinks reception in the atrium
This event is open to the public, but for catering purposes please email Lauren Currie at gcidadmin@gla.ac.uk if you plan to attend.
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