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Registration Commences for EXCEL Rite Conference
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International Women’s Day 2025. Theme: Accelerate Action
At IRCE-IHVN, women are not just part of the conversation—they are driving it. This International Women’s Day 2025, we honor the remarkable women at the heart of our organization, breaking barriers, and shaping a more inclusive future. In line with this year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, we asked our inspiring female leaders to share their thoughts on
March 8, 2025 Read more -
Public Health Data Analysis – Training
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About Us
The International Center of Excellence (IRCE) is a center of excellence established in 2016 by the Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) to provide a common world class platform for the implementation of research and clinical trials at international standards as part of global networks.
What We Do
Research
From ground-breaking discoveries to transformative insights, our research team is at the forefront of innovation, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and advancing research to address locally relevant public health...
Laboratory and Biorepository Services
Our laboratory and biorepository services provide a solid foundation for impactful research. We provide a comprehensive suite of solutions, ranging from specimen collection and storage to advanced analytical techniques.
Data Management
In the era of big data, our team of Data Managers and Analysts is responsible for implementing robust data management strategies to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of research data. Using cutting-edge analytical tools,..
Research Grants Administration
Our research grants administration team is pivotal in the research process, ensuring its smooth and efficient operation from the initial proposal and budget development to the final project report.
Ethics and Regulatory Services
Our dedicated team specializes in meticulously evaluating research protocols, studies, and investigations to ascertain that they adhere to internationally recognized ethical principles and guidelines.
Training and Capacity Building
IRCE invests in the future of scientific excellence through creating opportunities for capacity building, training, and mentorship of young Nigerian researchers.
Opportunities for young Nigerian researchers
To provide opportunities for young Nigerian researchers to develop and execute research projects being mentored by more experienced investigators at IHVN, Nigerian universities, the diaspora, and international research institutions and universities.
Common world class platform
To provide a common world class platform for the implementation of research and clinical trials at international standards as part of global networks
Foster collaboration and synergism
To foster collaboration and synergism between Nigeria’s finest researchers and their counterparts at international research institutions and universities
Safety net for collaborators
To provide a safety net that protects IHVN and its collaborators from liability by proactively ensuring that research conducted at IHVN is under the highest scientific and ethical standards.
Training hub
To establish a training hub that facilitates individual and institutional learning through training and capacity building courses and programs that provide a platform for researchers to gain requisite skills necessary to excel in research and in long term career goals.

IHVN Ethics Committee
The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) Ethics Committee stands as a vigilant guardian of ethical research practices within the realm of healthcare and medical investigations. Established with a steadfast commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct, our committee plays a pivotal role in ensuring the welfare, rights, and safety of research participants