Research Site
CliniQuest Research Site in Kenya
Advancing Clinical Research for Underserved Communities
CliniQuest Research Site, located inside St. Mary’s Mission Hospital in Nairobi, is a dedicated hub for high-quality, ethical, and community-centered clinical trials in Kenya. Positioned at the edge of Kibera, Africa’s largest informal settlement, CliniQuest bridges world-class research with real-world patient needs, ensuring that scientific discovery translates into healthier lives.
Our mission is clear: to improve health outcomes, reduce inequities, and advance science for underserved populations.
Why CliniQuest Matters
Strategic location: Access to thousands of patients monthly, including vulnerable communities in Kibera.
Experienced team: Over 15 years of collective expertise in global and local trials.
Strong partnerships: Collaborations with KEMRI, Kenya Cardiac Society, and global research bodies.
Community impact: Removing barriers to trial participation by supporting transport, flexible scheduling, and education.
By conducting research with communities, not just about them, CliniQuest builds trust, improves retention, and delivers meaningful results.
Our Therapeutic Focus Areas
CliniQuest supports diverse research priorities aligned with Kenya’s health challenges:
Cardiovascular & NCD Research: Hypertension, diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease.
Oncology: Trials targeting Kenya’s growing cancer burden.
Infectious Diseases: HIV, tuberculosis, malaria, and emerging threats like COVID-19.
Respiratory Health: Asthma, COPD, and post-TB complications.
Sickle Cell Anemia: Pediatric and young adult studies for an often-overlooked condition.
Core Services at CliniQuest
Clinical Trials & Studies
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) compliant trials.
Rapid recruitment from hospital referrals and Kibera communities.
Industry-sponsored and investigator-led studies.
Pharmacy & Drug Storage
Secure, access-controlled facilities for investigational products.
24/7 monitored refrigeration and cold-chain logistics.
Managed by licensed, trial-trained pharmacists.
Laboratory Support
Access to St. Mary’s Hospital Laboratory and Nyumbani Diagnostic Lab.
Biomarker testing, advanced diagnostics, and sample processing.
Compliance with Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP).
Research Infrastructure
Integrated electronic medical records (EMR) for efficient pre-screening.
Digital tools including e-consent, telehealth, and remote monitoring.
Community engagement frameworks for ethical trial design.
Our Strategic Advantage
High patient access: Kibera’s 250,000+ residents face high burdens of NCDs and infectious diseases.
Hospital integration: Trials embedded within daily care at St. Mary’s.
Trusted community presence: Partnerships with local clinics, CHVs, and NGOs.
Sponsor readiness: SOPs, staff CVs, and trial simulations completed for fast activation.
Capacity Building for Kenyan Researchers
CliniQuest is also a training hub:
Internships for pharmacy, nursing, and public health students.
Mentorship for young researchers.
Workshops for healthcare workers on ethics and clinical trial awareness.
Gender equity and youth empowerment programs.
By nurturing the next generation of researchers, we strengthen Kenya’s long-term capacity for clinical innovation.
Impact So Far
Even as a newly established site, our team has contributed to 30+ prior trials across HIV, TB, NCDs, oncology, and pediatrics. Collectively, we have:
Screened and enrolled hundreds of patients.
Published studies that informed Kenyan and global policies.
Expanded access to diagnostics and treatments for underserved patients.
“CliniQuest ensures that science is not just published—it saves lives.” — Partner Cardiologist
Get Involved with CliniQuest
We welcome partnerships with universities, CROs, sponsors, and NGOs. Together, we can:
Launch cutting-edge clinical trials.
Improve access to innovative diagnostics and treatments.
Build sustainable research ecosystems in Kenya.
📌 Learn more at CliniQuest.org