John Gyapong

Professor John Gyapong is the Secretary-General of the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA), where he brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and a steadfast commitment to advancing research in leading African universities. He was Vice Chancellor of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (2016-2022); Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation and Development at the University of Ghana (2011-2016); and Adjunct Professor of Global Health at Georgetown University in Washington DC. From 1987-2010 he practiced as a doctor in Ghana, rising to become the Director of Research and Development of the Ghana Health Service where he was responsible for health systems and implementation research. He has a wealth of experience in the higher education landscape in Africa, global research governance and university management in Africa. He serves on many international research granting bodies and review panels. His primary field of expertise is infectious diseases epidemiology, especially neglected tropical diseases. He is a Fellow of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Science, Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, and the Faculty of Public Health of the Royal College of Physician.