CPM Int'l Research Institute for Climate Health
Leadership at CPM Int'l
Visionary Leadership · Scientific Excellence · Global Impact
At CPM Int'l Research Institute for Climate Health, leadership is founded on the principles of scientific integrity, innovation, collaboration, accountability, and service to humanity.
We believe that addressing the complex challenges posed by climate change and emerging infectious diseases requires leaders who can bridge disciplines, inspire partnerships, and translate research into meaningful societal impact. Through strategic partnerships with universities, teaching hospitals, government agencies, international organizations, and development partners, CPM Int'l provides a platform where science becomes a catalyst for sustainable development and global health security.
Position
Founding Director-General and Chief Executive Officer
Expertise
Infectious Disease & Climate Change Intervention
Institute
CPM Int'l Research Institute for Climate Health
Founding Director-General & CEO
Professor Joseph Omololu-Aso
Professor of Infectious Disease & Climate Change Intervention
Professor Joseph Omololu-Aso is an internationally engaged academic, researcher, and scientific leader whose work focuses on the intersection of climate change, infectious diseases, clinical microbiology, pathogen genomics, antimicrobial resistance, artificial intelligence, and One Health.
He founded CPM Int'l Research Institute with the vision of creating a multidisciplinary platform capable of addressing the growing challenges posed by climate-sensitive infectious diseases through innovative research, advanced technology, strategic partnerships, and evidence-informed policy.
His research philosophy emphasises integrating climate science, microbiology, epidemiology, digital health, and artificial intelligence to improve disease prediction, surveillance, preparedness, and response.
Professor Omololu-Aso has contributed to research, teaching, scientific capacity development, and institutional leadership while fostering collaborations across academia, healthcare institutions, government agencies, and international organizations. His work aims to strengthen climate-resilient health systems and position Africa as a leading contributor to global scientific innovation.
As the founding Director-General, he provides strategic leadership for the Institute's research agenda, international collaborations, innovation programmes, and long-term institutional development.
Core Principles
Our Leadership Philosophy
Leadership at CPM Int'l is guided by five core principles that underpin every research programme, partnership, and institutional decision.
Scientific Excellence
Pursuing rigorous, high-quality research that addresses pressing global health challenges.
Innovation
Developing transformative technologies, digital platforms, and scientific frameworks that improve public health outcomes.
Collaboration
Building strong partnerships across disciplines, institutions, sectors, and countries to maximise scientific impact.
Integrity
Maintaining the highest ethical standards, transparency, accountability, and responsible conduct in research and institutional governance.
Societal Impact
Ensuring that scientific discoveries translate into policies, technologies, and interventions that improve lives and strengthen health systems.
Governance
Executive Leadership Team
The Institute's Executive Leadership Team provides strategic direction across research, innovation, administration, partnerships, finance, capacity development, and institutional growth. Working collaboratively, the Executive Leadership Team ensures that CPM Int'l continues to deliver scientific excellence while remaining responsive to emerging global health priorities.
Director-General & CEO
Prof. Joseph Omololu-Aso
Executive leadership & strategic research direction
Scientific Advisory Board
International Advisory Council
Distinguished academic & clinical leaders
Pathogen Genomics Lead
Genomics Research Group
Microbial surveillance & sequencing initiatives
CHIP™ AI & Digital Twin Lead
Data Science Directorate
Machine learning & epidemiological modeling
One Health & Field Operations
Regional Network Leads
Vector monitoring & clinical surveillance
Institutional Expansion
Executive Directorate 2026
Recruiting senior research chairs in AMR & Climate Policy
Multidisciplinary
Scientific Leadership
Scientific leadership at CPM Int'l is multidisciplinary and collaborative. The Institute brings together expertise across 14 domains of climate health science to generate innovative solutions to complex health challenges.
Climate Change and Health
Infectious Diseases
Clinical Microbiology
Immunology
Pathogen Genomics
Artificial Intelligence
Bioinformatics
Environmental Health
Epidemiology
Public Health
One Health
Digital Health
Climate Intelligence
Health Systems Research
Strategic Guidance
Advisory Boards
CPM Int'l benefits from the guidance of distinguished national and international experts who contribute strategic advice, scientific oversight, and global perspectives. The Institute is committed to engaging respected leaders from academia, healthcare, government, industry, and international organizations to strengthen research quality and institutional development.
Academia
Leading professors and research scientists from top universities worldwide
Healthcare
Senior clinicians and hospital directors from teaching institutions
Government
Public health officials, ministry advisors, and policy architects
Industry
Technology and pharmaceutical leaders driving health innovation
International Organizations
WHO, UN, and multilateral health agency representatives
Development Partners
Wellcome Trust, Belmont Forum, and major funders
Next Generation
Building Future Leaders
One of CPM Int'l's defining priorities is developing the next generation of scientific leaders. Through mentorship, fellowships, postgraduate training, research internships, leadership programmes, and international collaborations, the Institute seeks to equip young scientists with the knowledge, skills, and networks required to address future climate and health challenges.
View Training ProgrammesPostgraduate Training
MSc and PhD research programmes in climate health sciences
Fellowships
Competitive research fellowships for early-career scientists
Mentorship
One-to-one mentoring by senior international researchers
Research Internships
Hands-on laboratory and field research opportunities
International Collaborations
Joint research programmes with global partner institutions
Leadership Programmes
Scientific and institutional leadership development
Our Commitment
Science. Innovation. Integrity. Impact.
The leadership of CPM International Research Institute for Climate Health is committed to creating an institution recognized for scientific excellence, responsible innovation, and meaningful societal impact. We believe that leadership is measured not only by scientific achievements but also by the ability to inspire collaboration, strengthen institutions, mentor future generations, and transform research into solutions that improve lives.
Together with our partners, we are building an institution dedicated to advancing climate-health intelligence, strengthening resilient health systems, and contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future for Africa and the world.