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Dr. Jackline E. Ngowi is a Physician Scientist at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) in Tanzania, with a visiting affiliation at the University of Pennsylvania's Center for Global Health. She specializes in implementation science and health economics, focusing on Tuberculosis, Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), HIV/AIDS, and Sexual and Reproductive Health. Her research is supported by international collaborations and major funders such as the NIH.
Research Interests: Dr. Ngowi’s work centers on translating evidence into practice through operational and implementation research. She investigates cost-effective strategies for disease detection, healthcare access, and program sustainability in low-resource settings. Her research spans maternal health innovations, TB case-finding, reproductive health technologies, and NCD policy development.
Publication Trends: Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on public health interventions in Tanzania, particularly in maternal transport systems, hormonal IUD feasibility, and NCD burden. The studies employ mixed methods, including cross-sectional surveys, cohort designs, and policy analysis, often in collaboration with government and global partners.
Scientific Awards:
- 2022 Early Career Research Grant – Royal Society of Tropical Medicine
Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, Dr. Ngowi leads major research initiatives as program manager for the GROWNUTII/EPRENUT consortium. She coordinates the NIH-funded DETEC-TB study and leads the H-IUD feasibility study, demonstrating strong grant management and collaborative leadership. She has secured competitive international funding and training opportunities, including a summer fellowship at the Penn Implementation Science Institute.
Labs and Teams: Dr. Ngowi works within collaborative research teams at MUHAS, partnering with the Ministry of Health, Clinton Health Access Initiative, Dartmouth University, and the University of Pennsylvania. She is embedded in consortia focused on nutrition, reproductive health, and TB, contributing to a network of global health innovation in Tanzania.
