Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

Bridging local expertise with global innovation, RDCID pioneers infectious disease research and education to uplift health outcomes in Sri Lanka’s Southern Province and beyond.

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Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases

At Ruhuna Duke Collaborative Institute for Infectious Diseases (RDCID), our vision extends beyond borders. We aspire to become a beacon of research and educational excellence, serving the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. Explore our commitment to improving health through locally relevant and impactful infectious disease research.

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Research Focus Areas

Our Key Areas of
Infectious Disease Research

Febrile Illnesses

Explore RDCID's cutting-edge research on the diagnosis, clinical presentation, and management of acute febrile illnesses.

Respiratory Infections

RDCID's work on acute respiratory infections spans surveillance, diagnostics development, and clinical management.

Antimicrobial Resistance

Explore RDCID's efforts in combating antimicrobial resistance through cutting-edge research & global collaboration.

One Health

RDCID's work exploring the interconnected nature of human, animal, agricultural, and environmental health.

19 +

Years of Experience

About Us

Exploring Together,
Advancing Health

At the Ruhuna-Duke Centre for Infectious Diseases (RDCID), our vision extends beyond borders. We aspire to become a beacon of research, clinical, and educational excellence, serving the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. Explore our commitment to improving health through locally relevant and impactful infectious disease research.

Education &
Training

Cutting-edge
Research

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19

Years of
Experience

17

Awards
Received

6

Research
Projects

33

Publications
Released

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& Updates

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