About Us
A Few Words
About Us
We are a global health organisation dedicated to combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through One Health approaches. Working in partnership with governments, researchers, and communities in low- and middle-income countries, we co-develop evidence-based, context-specific solutions that strengthen infection prevention and control, antimicrobial stewardship, and resilient health systems across human, animal, and environmental sectors.
“Antimicrobial resistance poses one of the greatest threats to global health security. Coordinated One Health action, grounded in research and country-led implementation, is essential to safeguard antibiotics for future generations.”
Wyatt Morris,
Director
Why Choose Us
Why Partner With Us
We deliver impactful, sustainable AMR interventions through rigorous implementation research, deep country partnerships, and integrated One Health strategies. Our approaches are evidence-driven, cost-effective, and designed to build long-term capacity in health systems facing the greatest AMR burdens.
Global Partnerships & Recognition
We collaborate with leading institutions including WHO, ICARS, FAO, and national ministries of health to advance the Global Action Plan on AMR.
Multidisciplinary Expertise
Our team of researchers, clinicians, and policy experts brings global experience in AMR, One Health, and health systems strengthening.
Evidence-Based Solutions
We generate and translate robust data into practical tools for infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship.
Country-Led Partnerships
Deep collaboration with LMIC governments and communities ensures sustainable, context-appropriate interventions.
One Health Integration
Connecting human, animal, and environmental health to address AMR at its roots.
Great Staff
Our Team & Partners
Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in public health, microbiology, policy, and implementation science to drive meaningful change against AMR.
We work alongside leading researchers, health professionals, and policymakers worldwide to design and evaluate innovative AMR interventions.
Through strong partnerships with national governments, academic institutions, and international organisations, we ensure solutions are sustainable and scalable.
Meet The Team
Research & Lead Scientist – AMR/ IPC, Sustainability & Climate Change
Dr Uzoma Igwe Ph.D
Uzoma Igwe is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of GAAMR, a senior global health and policy leader with nearly 20 years of experience driving system-level change across government, academia, industry, and communities. She brings a proven, evidence-led approach to strengthening health security, emergency preparedness, and resilient health systems, particularly in low- and middle-income and resource constrained settings.
With a background in Clinical Ophthalmology from Institute of Ophthalmology, University College and a PhD in Public Health. Uzoma’s research focus is on infection prevention and control, antimicrobial resistance, healthcare-associated infections, and the health impacts of climate change, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals
on health, water, and sanitation. Operating at the intersection of clinical practice, public health research, and health system governance, she leads implementation focused research and policy engagement that translates science into scalable, real world impact.
Under her leadership, GAAMR has emerged as a platform for multidisciplinary collaboration—uniting researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and civil society actors to drive action against rising resistance patterns, expand health awareness, and advance advocacy for resilient and equitable health systems in LMICs. Dr. Uzoma champions the integration of scientific evidence with community-centered advocacy to ensure that interventions are not only technically sound but socially just.
Driven by a belief that sustainable health outcomes require both local engagement and global solidarity, she continues to amplify the urgency of AMR on international health agendas while working to bridge the gap between research, policy, and impact. Her leadership exemplifies a commitment to health for all—prioritizing equity, empowerment, and evidence-driven solutions at every level of public health practice.
Research, Environmental & Climate Change Law
Dr. Onyinyechi Lilian Uche PhD
Dr. Onyinyechi Lilian Uche is a lawyer, academic and highly qualified expert in climate change law and policy. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of the Western Cape, where her thesis focused on sustainable single-use plastic regulation in Nigeria, with comparative lessons from Kenya, Rwanda, and South Africa. Her direct experience includes serving as a member of the Nigeria Climate Change Legal Working Group, where she supported the Ministry of Environment in reviewing the draft bill that became Nigeria's Climate Change Act of 2021.
Furthermore, she is currently collaborating with the African Commission’s Working Group on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and has facilitated a research MOU with the Nelson Mandela School focused on climate change and sustainable development. This practical experience is complemented by her recent participation in specialised webinars on climate justice with institutions like the University of Oxford and the American Society of International Law, underscoring her ongoing engagement with the field.
Reseach Lead-Global health,implementation & strategy
Assoc. Prof. Edima Ottoho
Edima Ottoho is a global health professional with more than 14 years of experience working at the interface of academia and practice. She serves as an Associate Professor of Practice in the Public Health Department at Simmons University in Boston, Massachusetts. She is also the Managing Partner and CEO of Avarynth Group LLC (USA), Conserv Multiservices Ltd (Nigeria), and the Health and Social Change Foundation (Nigeria).
Her career spans business strategy, organizational acceleration, and health systems strengthening, and academia. She is experienced in leadership and portfolio management, strategic and operational planning, policy and program development, and monitoring and evaluation. She has led and supported non-profit and for-profit portfolios with a consistent record of disciplined management and practical results. She is PMP® and Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt) certified, holds MBA (UK) and MPH (Nigeria) degrees, and is completing the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) program in Leadership, Management, and Policy at Boston University (USA).
Edima has worked in internationally across malaria control, HIV/AIDS, programs for orphans and vulnerable children, digital health initiatives, women’s health, child health, global health leadership, and other public health interventions. She has managed diverse initiatives and consulted for renowned local and global institutions.
Edima has been recognized for her contributions to the field. She is a recipient of the 40 Under 40 Public Health Catalyst Award from the Boston Congress of Public Health and the Henrik L. Blum Excellence in Health Planning Award from the American Public Health Association. She has also been involved in many fellowships, including the Adam Smith, Elinor Ostrom, and Frederic Bastiat Fellowships at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. Her guiding principle is leadership and service grounded in compassion, commitment, and conscience, with a focus on designing and advancing equitable and resilient global health systems.
Dr Leonard Uzairue PhD
An academic and public health esearcher with significant perience driving evidence-based change across academia, clinical laboratory practice, public health systems, and policy. He brings a rigorous, data-driven approach to strengthening health security, aboratory capacity, and AMR urveillance, particularly in low- and middle-income and esourceconstrained settings.Leonard's work focuses on antimicrobial resistance, genomic epidemiology, infection prevention and control, diagnostic stewardship, healthcare-associated infections, One Health systems, the Impact of medical emergencies on AMR and applied infection biology.
Operating at the intersection of laboratory science, clinical research, and public health systems, he translates genomic data into scalable surveillance frameworks and policy-ready evidence that drives real-world impact.Leonard has a background in Medical Laboratory Science and holds an MSc and a PhD in Medical Microbiology and Public Health, with research focused on molecular relatedness and transmission dynamics of bacterial pathogens across One Health settings.
Leonard is a competent researcher, scientist, educator, and advocate who works with academic institutions, government agencies, health ministries, and international organisations to shape genomic surveillance policy, build laboratory capacity, and develop evidence-based AMR interventions.
Esosa Favour Okhuahesogie
Esosa Okhuahesogie is a clinical research data programming professional and public health researcher with over 6 years of experience supporting high-quality, data-driven research across the public health and clinical research sectors. Esosa brings a strong analytical and implementation-focused approach to clinical data systems, helping to strengthen research delivery, data integrity, and evidence generation across a range of studies.
Esosa’s work focuses on clinical research data programming, with particular interest in antimicrobial resistance, clinical studies, and research that improves health outcomes in diverse settings. Operating at the intersection of public health, scientific research, and digital data systems, Esosa contributes to the design, setup, and management of research data processes that support accurate analysis, regulatory-quality outputs, and meaningful scientific impact.Esosa has developed strong expertise in Medidata Rave study setup, clinical data management, and electronic data capture systems.
Esosa is also proficient in R for data visualization and SAS programming, with sound knowledge of ICH-GCP and applicable CDISC/CDASH guidelines. Known for strong analytical skills and close attention to detail, Esosa consistently supports the delivery of high-quality clinical and research data solutions.
With an MSc in Environmental Microbiology and Bioremediation from the University of Port Harcourt, Esosa has contributed to research spanning oncology studies, renal device studies, and the Mapping Antimicrobial Resistance and Antimicrobial Use Partnerships (MAAP), funded by the Fleming Fund. Esosa is also a member of the Microbiology Society (UK) and the American Society for Microbiology, reflecting a strong commitment to scientific excellence, professional development, and global health research. Esosa is a committed researcher and data professional whose work reflects both technical competence and a growing contribution to evidence-based health research and published in peer reviewed journal