Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives

Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives

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This is the official page of institute for developing Science and Health initiatives (ideSHi) The institute now has its own 5000 sq. ft.

The “Institute for Developing Science and Health Initiatives (ideSHi)” was established in 2014 with a vision to devise pragmatic solutions to public health problems encountered in Bangladesh. Made possible with the Christophe Rodolfe Grand Prize awarded to Dr. Firdausi Qadri in June 2012, ideSHi started out as a small lab in the Institute of Public Health (IPH) in Mohakhali. premises on the 11th F

29/01/2026

📢Exciting Announcement from ideSHi!
For the first time, ideSHi is going to arrange a special Hands-on Training Session on PCR & qPCR Based Molecular Diagnosis 🧬🔬
This practical training will help participants gain real laboratory experience and strengthen their skills in molecular diagnostic techniques.
✅ Beginner-friendly & expert-led
✅ Well-equipped facility
✅ Hands-on learning opportunity
📌 Interested candidates are requested to visit the link below:
🔗 https://ideshi.org/2026/01/special-hands-on-training-session-on-pcr-qpcr-based-molecular-diagnosis/
📩 For queries, feel free to inbox us.

Photos from Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives's post 28/01/2026

📢 Dissemination Program on TCV Campaign | ideSHi
ideSHi successfully hosted the Dissemination Program of the TCV Campaign at the SSQ Conference Hall, ideSHi, bringing together key stakeholders to share campaign insights, achievements, and lessons learned from the field.
At the beginning of the program, Dr. Md. Rofiqur Rahman, COO, ideSHi briefly highlighted ideSHi’s overall activities and contributions to the TCV campaign. Following this, Dr. Kasrina Azad presented a detailed overview of ideSHi’s interventions in specific areas of Dhaka North and South City Corporations, where efforts were focused on reducing vaccine hesitancy and strengthening community awareness.
ideSHi was honored to have respected representatives from EPI, Dhaka City Corporation, and DGHS present at the program. Their valuable presence and encouraging feedback reflect the importance of collaborative efforts in strengthening immunization coverage. All guests appreciated ideSHi’s work and commitment toward public health impact.
The program concluded with a heartfelt note from Dr. Firdausi Qadri, Lead, ideSHi, who expressed sincere gratitude to everyone for their continued support and encouragement, and shared her strong interest in expanding similar impactful initiatives in the future.
✨ Together, we can protect more children and build a healthier Bangladesh.

Photos from Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives's post 25/01/2026

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 💙
Cervical cancer is preventable, yet it continues to affect thousands of women every year. Awareness, timely screening, and HPV vaccination are essential to prevention.

In observance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, ideSHi arranged a few awareness sessions in different schools in Kishoreganj to support and scale up routine HPV vaccination, engaging students and teachers with accurate information and addressing misconceptions.

Together, through awareness and action, we can move closer to eliminating cervical cancer.

Photos from Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives's post 14/01/2026

To commemorate Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, ideSHi organized its regular HPV awareness sessions in Kishoreganj, Munshiganj, Narshingdi, and Gazipur among students, teachers, and healthcare providers.

The sessions focused on raising awareness about HPV infection, cervical cancer prevention, screening, and vaccination, fostering informed discussions across educational and healthcare settings. Through these engagements, ideSHi continues its commitment to strengthening community awareness and promoting preventive healthcare for women and adolescents in Bangladesh.

Photos from Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives's post 11/01/2026

Partnering for Progress: ideSHi as Your Trusted Contract Research Organization

We were pleased to host a productive and engaging session with representatives from leading pharmaceutical companies—Incepta, Beximco, Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd., ACI, SKF, ACME, Aristopharma, Technodrugs, Square—along with experienced professionals from the clinical research field.

The session opened with Dr. Md. Rofiqur Rahman, COO of ideSHi, who introduced ideSHi’s vision and strengths. This was followed by Dr. Umme Kulsum, Lead of the CRO Unit, who outlined ideSHi’s role as a CRO, highlighting its value proposition, performance, capability, and capacity. An open discussion session encouraged questions, suggestions, and constructive feedback from participants.

Dr. Firdausi Qadri then shared ideSHi’s journey as a CRO and warmly invited partners to give ideSHi the opportunity to demonstrate its full potential.

The two-way interaction made the session highly successful, providing ideSHi with valuable insights on accreditations, timelines, audits, and future scopes of work. We are grateful for the appreciation, encouragement, and trust expressed by all participants, and we look forward to continued collaboration and growth together.

Photos from Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives's post 11/01/2026

Welcoming the New Year with joy and togetherness 🎉✨

ideSHi celebrated Happy New Year with cake, flowers, balloons, and plenty of smiles—sharing moments of warmth, gratitude, and hope as a team. As we step into the year ahead, we look forward to new opportunities, stronger collaborations, and continued commitment to advancing research and public health.

Here’s to a year filled with progress, purpose, and shared success.
Happy New Year from Team ideSHi! 🎂🌸🎈

Photos from Institute for developing Science and Health initiatives's post 06/01/2026

🌟 23rd Advanced Training Workshop Successfully Completed 🌟

As a strong start to the new year, ideSHi successfully conducted the 23rd session of its Advanced Hands-on Training Program in Molecular Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, and Genomics from 28 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.

Key Highlights:�🧬 Hands-on training in nucleic acid extraction/quantification, conventional and real-time PCR, ELISA, RDT, and more�🦠 Microbial culture techniques, biochemical testing, and structured analytical workflows�👩‍🔬 Practical exposure to Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) using Oxford Nanopore technology�🔬 Strong emphasis on data interpretation and good laboratory practices

We proudly celebrate the enthusiasm and collaborative spirit of our participants and mentors, whose contributions made this training program truly impactful. ✨

31/12/2025
28/12/2025

We are immensely proud to celebrate Dr. Firdausi Qadri being honored at the Gunijon Songbordhona 2025, organized by Bonik Barta and BIDS. A pioneering infectious-disease scientist and the founder of ideSHi, her groundbreaking work in cholera and typhoid vaccines has transformed public health and reached vulnerable communities across Bangladesh. This recognition reflects her lifelong dedication to science, equity, and impact.

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