The unit – the first of its kind that Oxford has developed in the Americas – will work on developing new drugs and vaccines to drive ongoing human health research. It will also focus on training a new generation of clinical researchers by offering Master’s, PhD studentships and courses in infectious diseases, clinical development and vaccinology. The unit is also a culmination of a strong relationship the University has built with Brazilian researchers during the pandemic. Professor Sir Andrew Pollard said: 'Brazilian researchers and the public of Brazil made an extraordinary contribution to the clinical trials of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, with more than 10,000 volunteers taking part. We are delighted to forge stronger links with the local research teams to improve human health under the leadership of Professor Clemens.'
