Evaezi Okpokoro, MBBS, MPH
Assistant Director & Coordinator, IRCE
Areas of expertise
- Infectious diseases – TB, HIV and Malaria and other
- Emerging infectious disease – MPOX, Lassa fever.
- Clinical trials – vaccine, therapeutic and diagnostic trials.
Educational Qualifications
- MBBS – University of Benin,
- MPH – Univ of Nottingham, UK
Biography
Dr. Evaezi Okpokoro is an Assistant Director and Coordinator of the International Research Center of Excellence, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria. He provides oversight and strategic guidance to initiation and implementation of studies at the Center.
Dr. Okpokoro is a graduate of medicine from the University of Benin and obtained his master’s from the University of Nottingham, UK. Dr. Okpokoro is also a WHO Tropical Disease Research and European Developing Country Clinical Trial Partnership fellow.
Dr. Okpokoro is a public health physician and research scientist with a passion for infectious disease research (i.e., HIV, Tuberculosis, and Malaria), clinical trials (especially vaccine trials) and biostatistics. Dr. Okpokoro’s research interest focuses on functional cure or prevention of Infections of global impact with a view to conducting drug, diagnostic or vaccine trials. As a result, his research goal is to characterize target populations epidemiologically, clinically and immunologically as baseline to relevant trials as well as identify implementation strategies towards evidence-based interventions. He has been funded by WHO-TDR, the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership as well as Canadian Institutes of Health Research/International Development Research Centre.
He is a member of:
- International Society of Infectious Disease
- Infectious Disease Society of America
- University of Nottingham Alumni
- Commonwealth Scholarship Alumni
- Member South African Institute of Occupational Health and Safety
- Fellow, Royal Society of Public Health
- Member, Nigerian Medical and Dental Association
Research Operations Unit
The Research Operations is responsible for overseeing the logistical and administrative aspects that enable the seamless execution of research projects at the International Research Cener of Excellence at IHVN. The unit ensures that resources are optimally allocated, timelines are adhered to, and compliance with ethical and regulatory standards is maintained from project initiation to closure.
This unit plays a pivotal role in facilitating communication and collaboration among interdisciplinary research teams. It manages the coordination of research activities, streamlines administrative processes, and supports the implementation of robust project management methodologies. Whether handling budgetary considerations, obtaining necessary approvals, or fostering a culture of compliance, the Research Operations Unit is essential for creating an environment conducive to high-quality and impactful research outcomes. The unit is also responsible for integrating diverse components of research operations, enabling researchers to focus on advancing knowledge and innovation while navigating a streamlined and well-supported operational framework.