IRD - Publications
IRD leads and supports numerous research projects focused on strengthening epidemiological surveillance, improving control strategies, and developing public health interventions, particularly in countries of the Global South. These initiatives specifically target neglected tropical diseases such as onchocerciasis, leveraging innovative approaches to optimize disease monitoring, treatment effectiveness, and health policy development. Through active involvement in national and international programs, IRD contributes to the reinforcement of health systems and the advancement of scientific knowledge. Its expertise in collaborative research enables the development of concrete solutions to major global health challenges.
Safety and Short-term Efficacy of a Single Dose of 2 mg Moxidectin in Loa loa-Infected Individuals: A Double-Blind, Randomized Ivermectin-Controlled Trial With Ascending Microfilarial Densities - PubMed
Wafeu GS, et al.
Safety and Efficacy of Levamisole in Loiasis: A Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blind Clinical Trial - PubMed
Campillo JT, Bikita P, Hemilembolo M, Louya F, Missamou F, Pion SDS, Boussinesq M, Chesnais C.
A Test-and-Not-Treat Strategy for Onchocerciasis in Loa loa-Endemic Areas - PubMed
Kamgno J, Pion SD, Chesnais CB, Bakalar MH, D’Ambrosio MV, Mackenzie CD, Nana-Djeunga HC, Gounoue-Kamkumo R, Njitchouang GR, Nwane P, Tchatchueng-Mbouga JB, Wanji S, Stolk WA, Fletcher DA, Klion AD, Nutman TB, Boussinesq M.
A controlled trial to assess the effect of quinine, chloroquine, amodiaquine, and artesunate on Loa loa microfilaremia - PubMed
Kamgno J, Djomo PN, Pion SD, Thylefors B, Boussinesq M.
Randomized, controlled, double-blind trial with ivermectin on Loa loa microfilaraemia: efficacy of a low dose (approximately 25 microg/kg) versus current standard dose (150 microg/kg) - PubMed
Kamgno J, Pion SD, Tejiokem MC, Twum-Danso NA, Thylefors B, Boussinesq M.
Main contact person
Based in France, the Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (IRD) is a public institution dedicated to scientific research, training, and innovation, aiming to contribute to the social, economic, and cultural development of countries in the Global South. IRD stands out for its unique model of equitable scientific partnerships and interdisciplinary, citizen-focused research committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Mr. Sébastien Pion, Research Officer of IRD, serves as the principal contact for the EMINENCE project, overseeing the institute’s scientific contributions and strategic engagement within the consortium.
About Us
The EMINENCE project is dedicated to eliminating onchocerciasis in Africa through innovative clinical research and the evaluation of moxidectin to enhance disease control and accelerate eradication efforts.