Vice President and academic Professor Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, describing the institution as a cornerstone of Ghana’s public health system and a respected force in global medical research.
“Noguchi remains one of the anchors of our national public health response and a global reference point in medical research,” she stated, underscoring the institute’s longstanding role in disease surveillance, diagnostics, and scientific innovation.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang emphasized that while resources may be limited, the government recognizes the critical value of Noguchi’s work and is prepared to offer support to ensure its continued progress.
“The government values their work, and we are willing to support them, within our means, to ensure their work progresses,” she said.
Beyond funding, she urged the institute to deepen the real-world impact of its research by expanding its reach across Ghana’s healthcare system.
According to her, translating research into practical outcomes remains essential to strengthening national health delivery.
“I encouraged them to continue to operationalize and scale their research for it to be felt across the health system,” she noted.
Looking ahead, Professor Opoku-Agyemang expressed optimism about a future defined by partnership and measurable outcomes, stressing the importance of shared responsibility between government, research institutions, and stakeholders.
“We look forward to a stronger future built on collaboration, accountability, and impact,” she added.
