Existing evidence to prevent and control antimicrobial resistance is often generated in high-income countries and not always applicable to LMICs. Little attention has been given to identifying what exact solutions are needed in local LMIC-settings. At ICARS, we use intervention and implementation research to test context-specific solutions for LMICs.
Vision and Mission
We envisage a world where drug-resistant infections are no longer a threat.
Our mission is to support low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) in their efforts to reduce drug-resistant infections. We are guided by five core principles: country ownership, One Health, partnership, solution-focused and sustainability.
Our Strategy
At ICARS we take a holistic One Health approach to creating evidence for policy and action to reduce AMR.
Antimicrobial resistance is a complex issue. The spread of infection between animals, humans and in the environment means that we must move away from isolated interventions in a single sector.
How we work
At ICARS, we simultaneously use top-down and bottom-up approaches, engaging with government ministries while involving local scientists and practitioners throughout the process.
