Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital Research & Innovation Hub is East Africa’s dedicated platform for paediatric clinical research, knowledge sharing, and evidence-based practice — connecting clinicians, researchers, and health systems across the region and beyond.
Advancing Child Health
Through Evidence,
Discovery & Innovation
- Overview
- The Gertrude's Research Committee
- About Research at Gertrude’s
- Research Partnerships & Collaborations
- Contact Us
Overview
All research involving human subjects must seek approval through the GCH Ethics Research Committee
Apply for Research Ethics Approval
Apply HereGertrude's Research and Innovation Hub
The Research & Innovation Hub is overseen by the Head of Clinical Services who works closely with the Research Management Officer and the Clinical Research Champion. The Hub is responsible for:
Setting the strategic direction
of research and innovation at
Gertrude’s
Gertrude's Research and Innovation Hub
Gertrude's Ethics Review Committee (ERC)
The Gertrude’s Ethics Review Committee (ERC)’ comprises a multidisciplinary body of senior clinicians, academics, nursing leaders, research methodology experts and community representatives. The Committee is responsible for:
Reviewing and approving
research submissions for
publication on the platform
About us
At Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, we believe that the best care for children is built on the best evidence. Our Research and Innovation Hub exists to bridge the gap between clinical practice and scientific discovery creating a living, growing repository of paediatric knowledge generated from within East Africa, for East Africa, and shared with the world.
Every day, our researchers encounter complex cases, emerging patterns, and critical questions that have the power to shape how paediatric healthcare is delivered across the region. This platform is built to capture that knowledge and put it to work.
Whether you are a consultant presenting findings from a decade of clinical practice, a registrar sharing your first case report, or a nurse documenting a quality improvement initiative, your contribution matters here.
Useful links
- Kenya National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) research regulations
- Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019 with respect to the processing of health data and patient identifiable information: Research involving children is subject to additional protections.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
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The Gertrude's Research Office
Identifying opportunities for multi-centre and collaborative research
Supporting upcoming researchers (resident staff, visiting consultants, and trainees) through mentorship and research capacity building
Liaising with national bodies including NACOSTI, the Ministry of Health, and academic institutions
Individuals wishing to do research at Gertrude's Children's Hospital or propose collaborative research are encouraged to reach out through the research office via the email: research@gertrudes.org
Research Partnerships & Collaborations
Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital actively collaborates with academic institutions, global health organisations, and health systems across East Africa and internationally. Current and previous research partnerships include engagement with universities, teaching hospitals, NGOs, and global health programmes working in the paediatric space.
We welcome proposals for collaborative research from:
- Universities and academic medical centers
- Government health institutions and county health departments
- International NGOs and global health programs
- Pharmaceutical and medical device companies desirous to conduct clinical trials
- Independent researchers with relevant expertise in child health
- Pharmaceutical companies and regulatory authorities
To propose a collaboration or partnership, submit a brief research concept note through the portal’s partnership inquiry section.
Research Capacity Building
Gertrude’s is committed to advancing pediatric research while nurturing a culture of inquiry among its clinical staff. The Research Office supports this mission through
Writing and publication support
Guidance for researchers preparing manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals, including feedback on drafts and advice on target journals.
Case report coaching
Structured support for researchers documenting unusual or instructive clinical cases for the first time.
Mentorship programm
Pairing junior researchers and trainees with experienced researchers within the Gertrude’s network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gertrude's ERC meets on the second Tuesday of every month
Yes. You should submit your application by the 15th day of the previous month
You should expect to hear back from Gertrude's ERC within 6-8 weeks after the review date.
No. Your submission is only available to the Gertrude's ERC Review Committee members.
The Geryrude's ERC fees are as follows; Ksh. 5000 for Gertrude's Children's Hospital staff, Ksh. 10000 for non-staff, and USD. 1000 for Randomised Controlled Trials (RCT)studies
you can pay the fees via MPESA using the following details; MPESA Pay Bill Number: 518800, Account Number: The Principal Investigator's Name
Contact the Research Team
For queries about the portal, submissions, ethics processes, or research partnerships, contact the Gertrude’s Research & Innovation team:
Email: research@gerties.org
Phone: +254 (020) 72060000
Location: Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, 34 Muthaiga Road, Nairobi
Research office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
