A nationally integrated research network
Five major Research Hubs and twelve specialised Research Groups, strategically established across Cameroon to address the country’s most pressing social, scientific, environmental, and developmental challenges.
Research that extends beyond the laboratory
TREND Foundation is organized into five major Research Hubs bringing together a dynamic network of 12 specialised Research Groups. Each group operates within an interdisciplinary framework that encourages collaboration across diverse fields, enabling the integration of scientific knowledge, innovation, and practical experience in the pursuit of impactful and scalable solutions.
Through its decentralised hub structure, the Foundation promotes regional inclusion, strengthens local research ecosystems, and encourages both national and international collaboration — responding effectively to local realities while contributing to broader national, regional, and global development priorities.
Five Research Hubs across Cameroon
Select a hub to discover its focus, region, and the Research Groups it hosts.
Cross-cutting & interdisciplinary research
Zoonotic & infectious diseases, global health
Marine biology & coastal resilience
Climate, nutrition & food security
Medicinal knowledge & drug development
Collaborate with our research network
Together, these five Research Hubs form a nationally integrated, interdisciplinary network advancing scientific excellence, regional inclusion, and sustainable societal impact.