Why STEAM 3D Matters

Sub-Saharan Africa faces a disproportionate burden of infectious diseases, yet significant gaps remain in  local expertise for disease modelling, access to advanced analytical training and the effective translation of health data into evidence-informed policies and interventions. STEAM-3D will address these gaps by:

• Delivering high-quality, multidisciplinary training programmes in epidemiology, biostatistics, data science and infectious disease modelling
• Strengthening the use of real-time data and advanced analytics, and evidence-based approaches to improve outbreak preparedness, response, and public health decision-making.
• Supporting sustainable, Africa-led research networks, and innovation ecosystems, and leadership in infectious disease modelling.

What We Do

The programme combines specialized training, mentorship, knowledge exchange and multi-country collaboration to:

• Build advanced epidemiological modelling, biostatistical, and data analytical skills among emerging African researchers
• Foster sustainable regional and international collaboration through regional training hubs
• Develop innovative, practical, and scalable tools tools including dashboards and data platforms to support disease surveillance, forecasting, and public health planning
• Support evidence-based policymaking by strengthening communication, translation and application of research findings for public health

A Pan-African Network

The STEAM‑3D programme will be implemented through training hubs in:

• South Africa
• Cameroon
• Mozambique
• Malawi

With strong partnerships across Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe, the programme promotes South–South collaboration and supports sustainable, long-term capacity strengthening in infectious disease modelling and data driven public health decision-making.

Our Impact

STEAM‑3D will contribute to:

• Enhanced technical expertise and leadership capacity in infectious disease modelling, epidemiological analysis and data science
• Stronger connections between researchers, policymakers, and public health stakeholders to accelerate the translation of evidence into policy and practice
• A sustainable pipeline of skilled African researchers and future leaders in data-driven infectious disease research
• Improved regional preparedness, resilience, and response capacity for emerging and future health emergencies