CPHI Udayana University Hosted a Visit from The Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney, to Strengthen International Research Collaboration

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• Selasa, 20 Oktober 2026
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Denpasar – The Center for Public Health Innovation (CPHI), Udayana University, hosted a visit from The Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney, Australia, on 20 October 2026. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss access to HIV prevention innovations, particularly Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and lenacapavir (LEN), while exploring potential research collaboration in HIV and public health.

The meeting provided a platform for discussion and knowledge exchange on emerging approaches to HIV prevention and the challenges associated with expanding access to effective prevention interventions. One of the key topics was access to PrEP and lenacapavir as part of evolving HIV prevention strategies that could contribute to reducing new HIV infections.

In addition to discussing access to HIV prevention innovations, the meeting explored opportunities for collaborative research between CPHI Udayana University and The Kirby Institute. Cross-institutional research collaboration could facilitate the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and scientific approaches to addressing HIV prevention challenges, particularly those related to service accessibility and the needs of populations at risk.

As a research center dedicated to advancing public health innovation, CPHI Udayana University continues to expand its international academic and research networks. The meeting with The Kirby Institute represented an opportunity to identify potential areas of cooperation that could support evidence-based research and contribute to strengthening HIV prevention programmes.

Through this visit, CPHI Udayana University and The Kirby Institute explored opportunities to strengthen international research collaboration in HIV and public health. The discussion is expected to provide a foundation for future research partnerships and support efforts to improve access to more innovative, inclusive, and sustainable HIV prevention strategies.