Caucaseco Biological Research Center

Caucaseco Biological Research Center, officially known as Centro de Investigación Científica Caucaseco, is a prominent Colombian research institution specializing in tropical diseases, particularly malaria. Based in Cali, the center integrates basic laboratory research, epidemiological field studies, and clinical trials to develop novel interventions for malaria prevention and control. The organization is internationally recognized for its expertise in Plasmodium vivax, leading the development of several vaccine candidates including transmission-blocking and circumsporozoite-based formulations. Through strategic partnerships with the NIH, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and various global universities, Caucaseco plays a pivotal role in the global effort to eliminate malaria in endemic regions.