Predict (USAID)
Predict (USAID)
Predict was a project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) with the aim of identifying new diseases that could become a threat to human health. The project was part of the Emerging Pandemic Threats program.
History[edit | edit source]
The Predict project was launched in 2009 as a response to the Global spread of H1N1 in 2009. It was a part of the USAID's Emerging Pandemic Threats program. The project was implemented by a consortium of organizations led by the University of California, Davis.
Objective[edit | edit source]
The main objective of the Predict project was to improve global biosecurity by enabling early detection and rapid response to emerging diseases that could pose a significant threat to human health. The project aimed to achieve this by strengthening global capacity for disease surveillance and diagnostics.
Activities[edit | edit source]
The Predict project carried out a range of activities to achieve its objectives. These included:
- Conducting surveillance for new diseases in wildlife populations, particularly in bats, rodents, and non-human primates.
- Developing and implementing new diagnostic tools for disease detection.
- Training local scientists and health workers in disease surveillance and diagnostics.
- Collaborating with local communities and governments to improve disease surveillance and response systems.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The Predict project made significant contributions to global health security. It identified over 1,000 new viruses, including a new strain of Ebola virus. The project also played a key role in the response to the 2014–2016 Ebola outbreak in West Africa, providing critical diagnostic support and training.
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