The Centre for Plant Medicine Research (CPMR) has officially launched the countdown to its historic 50th-anniversary celebration, marking a major milestone in Ghana’s scientific and traditional medicine landscape.
Under the theme “HEALTH AND WEALTH POWER OF PLANTS: FIVE DECADES OF INNOVATION IN PLANT MEDICINE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT,” the year-long golden jubilee will feature a series of flagship events designed to reflect on a legacy of innovation and chart a course for the future.
A key highlight of the announcement is a critical symposium asking: “Has Ghana Done Enough For Traditional Medicine Development?” This panel discussion promises to spark national conversation on policy, investment, and the integration of plant-based medicine into the mainstream health sector.
The anniversary will also honor the monumental legacy of its founding father, Dr. Edward Oku Ampofo, the first medical doctor to champion scientific research into Ghana’s rich repository of traditional plant medicine.
Scheduled events for the #CPMR50 celebration include:
· Public Lectures on the Centre’s national contributions
· A Scientific Day for research presentations
· Major Health Screening Exercises for the public
· Product Launches of new plant-based medicines
· Health Exhibitions
· Excellence Awards & Fun Games
About CPMR: Established in 1975,the Centre for Plant Medicine Research (CPMR) is a world-class scientific research institution dedicated to the research, development, and promotion of plant-based medicines. It stands as a beacon of Ghana’s commitment to validating and modernizing Traditional Medicine.
