Strengthening of Health Structures
Fondation Mérieux uses its expertise to reinforce the biology potential of emerging countries
Fondation Mérieux works very closely with Fondation Christophe et Rodolphe Mérieux, which is responsible for the health structure building and equipment costs.
Fondation Mérieux is organizing projects to improve local health infrastructures, particularly in the field of biology. Using a global approach to the problems of public health in developing countries, in addition to its already existing scientific activities.
The Rodolphe Mérieux Laboratories, an international network of local laboratories, are at the heart of its action.
Set up with the financial support of Fondation Christophe et Rodolphe Mérieux, these laboratories comply with the most stringent standards and have an epidemiological monitoring, research and training role.
The aim is to set up reference centres for infectious diseases in partnership with local players that can meet their healthcare needs by means of suitable resources.