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The HYGIENE CENTRE’s Mission is to develop and apply knowledge to help improve hygiene, sanitation and water world-wide. The Hygiene Centre is a group of researchers at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Established in 2002, the Centre is part of the Environmental Health Group and is a leader in research in Sanitation, Water and Hygiene.
See our website! http://www.hygienecentral.org.uk
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is Europe’s leading public health institution. With over 450 researchers and staff, it is involved in research in all aspects of public health issues current in the world today. From emerging infections, to AIDS to malaria, to road traffic accidents to cardiovascular disease, staff at the School play a leading role in directing thinking and policy on health world-wide.
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International Water Management Institute (IWMI) wins 2012 Stockholm Water Prize
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), with headquarters in Colombo, Sri Lanka, has been awarded the 2012 Stockholm Water Prize. The institute receives the annual award – US$ 150,000 and a crystal sculpture – for their “pioneering research that has that has served to improve agriculture water management, enhance food security, protect environmental health and alleviate poverty in developing countries”.
WSSCC Executive Director Jon Lane stepping down in August 2012
Mr. Jon Lane, Executive Director of the Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC), is stepping down from his post in August 2012, having led the organisation since 2007. During his 5-year directorship, Mr. Lane helped WSSCC to change its its strategic focus to sanitation and hygiene.
Water For People and Akvo to co-develop FLOW monitoring tool
In March 2012, Water for People (USA) and Akvo (Netherlands) entered an agreement to further develop FLOW, a field-level monitoring tool. Akvo will lead on product development and support while Water For People will lead in product field-testing and monitoring …
“Toilet Team” director leaves Gates Foundation to lead CGIAR Consortium
Less than two years after joining the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, “Toilet Team” director Frank Rijsberman is taking on a new position as CEO of the CGIAR Consortium. The Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centers (CGIAR) coordinates the work 15 international centres, including the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), where Dr. Rijsberman served as Director General from 2000 to 2007.
Uganda: government setting up Hand Pump Mechanics Associations in all rural districts
Forming associations for hand pump mechanics in Uganda has enhanced the services they provide and ultimately improved functionality, a new study shows. Now the government, through the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE), and its development partners have decided to set up Hand Pump Mechanics Associations (HPMAs) in all districts in Uganda.
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