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South African Population Research Infrastructure Network (SAPRIN) is a network[1] or a partnership [2] or a platform[3] of stakeholders, public and academic institutions, aiming to produce high-quality research.[2] SAPRIN is funded by the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and is hosted by the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC).[4] SAPRIN offers universities, science councils and other organizations, a harmonized, distributed and national research platform.[5] The platform acts a collaborative space, local scientists are fostered and nurtured, and prepares the next generation of researchers.It also streamlines the research process, and reduces costs, which yields improved programme delivery and health outcomes.[2] SAPRIN is part of the Department of Science and Innovationwho are working to improve research capacity. SAPRIN launched it’s work in the 2016/ 2017 financial year [6]
The network, partnership or platform consists of a Health and Demographic Surveillance System (HDSS) with six Nodes (three urban and three rural).[7]
Urban Nodes
Those researchers who are committed to supporting evidence-based research, improving the health and wellbeing of South African communities and contributing to healthy communities, use these platforms to build a responsive research infrastructure in South Africa.[17]
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