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Cameroon · United States · Diaspora · 5 September 2026

Christian Happi built genomic science for African outbreaks

The molecular biologist has helped expand pathogen surveillance and research capacity from Nigeria to global partnerships.

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The molecular biologist has helped expand pathogen surveillance and research capacity from Nigeria to global partnerships.

Redeemer’s University’s ACEGID documents work in genomics, diagnostics and epidemic response.

His example proves world-class science can be built in Africa and connected globally.

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