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Makerere University Lung Institute is a champion in innovative lung health research.

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MLI has an academic response to epidemics with the noble purpose of improving the health and life of those that need it the most.

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Makerere University Lung Institute is a champion in innovative lung health research that integrates disease prevention, clinical care and training in sub-Saharan Africa.

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Our services do not stop at providing excellent lung disease diagnosis and treatment but we extend support until your health is better.
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MLI in Numbers

3492
Patients Treated
127
Professionals
2489
Scientists trained
80
2023 Publications

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    Lung news all over the world.

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    MLI Press February 18, 2026

    DOLS: Unlocking the power of Clinical trials

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    MLI Press January 28, 2026

    DOLS: Advances in digital X-ray technology and role in disease screening and diagnosis.

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    MLI Press December 15, 2025

    List of publications

    2O5A1292
    MLI Press December 2, 2025

    In Pictures: Makerere University Lung Institute Dinner

    2O5A9589
    MLI Press December 2, 2025

    In Pictures: 3rd Lung Science and Health Symposium

    MLI NEWSROOM

    Lung related news all over the world.

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    dolsfeb
    MLI Press February 18, 2026

    DOLS: Unlocking the power of Clinical trials

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    MLI Press January 28, 2026

    DOLS: Advances in digital X-ray technology and role in disease screening and diagnosis.

    publication list
    MLI Press December 15, 2025

    List of publications

    2O5A1292
    MLI Press December 2, 2025

    In Pictures: Makerere University Lung Institute Dinner

    2O5A9589
    MLI Press December 2, 2025

    In Pictures: 3rd Lung Science and Health Symposium

    MLI on Social Media

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    17 Feb

    Join us on 18 Feb 2026 (3–4PM EAT) for our DOLS Webinar exploring innovative trial designs accelerating drug development. With 10+ years of experience conducting TB, asthma, COPD, and emerging infection trials, the Lung Institute and its partners are advancing science and shaping

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    Avatar Bruce Kirenga @brucekirenga ·
    17 Feb

    Most Lung cancers in Africa are never smokers. Thank you Misaki for sharing this paper: Lung cancer in never smokers: from early detection to prevention: Trends in Cancer

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    17 Feb

    Join us on 18 Feb 2026 (3–4PM EAT) for our DOLS Webinar exploring innovative trial designs accelerating drug development. With 10+ years of experience conducting TB, asthma, COPD, and emerging infection trials, the Lung Institute and its partners are advancing science and shaping

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    16 Feb

    We honor the life and legacy of Archbishop Janani Luwum, a symbol of courage, faith, and justice. As Lung Institute, we are inspired by his unwavering commitment to truth and service to humanity. #MLIat10 @Jackynakabira @brucekirenga @emkansiime @winterzie @ProfIbingira

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    Latest News

    Education news all over the world.

    dolsfeb
    MLI Press February 18, 2026

    DOLS: Unlocking the power of Clinical trials

    image
    MLI Press January 28, 2026

    DOLS: Advances in digital X-ray technology and role in disease screening and diagnosis.

    publication list
    MLI Press December 15, 2025

    List of publications

    2O5A1292
    MLI Press December 2, 2025

    In Pictures: Makerere University Lung Institute Dinner

    2O5A9589
    MLI Press December 2, 2025

    In Pictures: 3rd Lung Science and Health Symposium

    What People Say

    How people talk about MLI and the lives we have impacted.

    Dr. Robert Kalyesubula

    MD, PhD

    “ Thank you @Lung_Institute for getting us such sessions and for your collaboration with @ACCESS_UG  in Nakaseke where some of these phenotypes have been characterized.”

    Dr. Baluku

    MD

    “ Great work, Thanks to the PI @brucekirenga  and the whole team @Lung_Institute!”

    Nareeba Mark

    M.D

    “ Great work, Thanks to the PI @brucekirenga  and the whole team @Lung_Institute!”

    Dr. Sabrina Kitaka

    Senior Pediatrician

    “ Lungs and children are a big deal, 3 out of 10 clients at the @Lung_Institute are children. Prof Bruce Kirenga @brucekirenga ”

    Seth Berkley

    CEO of @Gavi

    “ Great to spend some time with @brucekirenga, the PI for the Uganda clinical trial for the Ebola Sudan vaccines. Teams are finishing training, protocols are being finalized with an expectation that they will be ready to start shortly pending receipt of vaccine. We are here to help ”

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