About the centre

The Centre for Schistosomiasis and Parasitology (CSP) which was established in 1999, is the principal reference laboratory for parasitology research in Cameroon and plays a leading role in research and implementation of control strategies for schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis

CSP provides a scientific and educational environment of the utmost standard and conducts innovative research aimed  at improving the health of people in endemic areas of the country. By furthering understanding of the epidemiology and transmission of these diseases, and exploring the efficacies of different treatments, the Centre aims to radically improve the current situation in Africa

 Although the parasites responsible for these diseases have been studied extensively, the epidemiology of infections and many aspects of their biology remain poorly understood. The CSP aims to address these knowledge gaps and establish a dynamic framework for high-level research in these areas. The CSP plays a seminal role in research for schistosomiasis and STH in Cameroon, translating its unique expertise into action to improve the health of those who need it most.

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Principal Investigators​
Leading experts in parasitology and tropical medicine

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Research Scientists
Dedicated researchers conducting field 

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Partners
International and local collaborating organizations

Our Vision

The Centre for Schistosomiasis & Parasitology is headed by Professor Louis-Albert TCHUEM TCHUENTÉ, who set up the centre in 1999 with a view to putting in place an adequate framework and a dynamic team for high-level research

Our Mission

We are committed to advancing the control and elimination of schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis in Cameroon through cutting-edge research, evidence-based interventions, and collaborative partnerships.

Professor Louis-Albert TCHUEM TCHUENTÉ
Founder & Director

Keen defender of capacity building in research and investment in science and technology in developing countries, Prof TCHUEM TCHUENTÉ, through his scientific discoveries, has contributed to a better knowledge of the reproductive biology of schistosomes and implications of the latter on the epidemiology of schistosomiasis

Professor TCHUEM TCHUENTÉ, who is an international expert, member of several learned societies and winner of several international scientific awards, is an author of more than hundred publications in leading international scientific journals. Lecturer in Parasitology at the Yaoundé University I, Professor TCHUEM TCHUENTÉ is the national coordinator of the National Programme for the Control of Schistosomiasis and Intestinal Helminthiasis in Cameroon, one of the priority programmes of the Ministry of Public Health.

Scientific Contributions

Schistosome Mate Switching​

Called into question the concept of "faithfulness among schistosomes" by proving the process of change of sexual partner and the existence of a competition for mating in these parasites.

Discovery of Schistosoma guineensis

Contributed to the discovery of a new species of human schistosome called Schistosoma guineensis.

Exclusive Competition in Schistosomes

Demonstrated the "exclusive competition among schistosomes".

Our Journey

Key milestones in our mission to eliminate neglected tropical diseases

2024

Elimination Goals

Working towards WHO targets for schistosomiasis elimination in Cameroon

2020

China-Africa Collaboration

Strengthened partnership with Chinese CDC for knowledge exchange

2018

COUNTDOWN Partnership

Joined international consortium for schistosomiasis elimination

2015

National MDA Program 

Launch of nationwide mass drug administration program reaching millions

2012

WHO Collaboration

Designated as WHO Collaborating Center for Schistosomiasis and STH

2008

CSP Establishment

Centre for Schistosomiasis and Parasitology founded as a dedicated research institution

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