Ms. Glaudina Loots

Glaudina Loots is a South African scientist and policy leader serving as Health Innovation Specialist and Project Manager for Health Innovation at the University of Pretoria. She oversees the implementation of the health components of South Africa’s Bioeconomy Strategy, supporting innovation in areas such as drug development, vaccine production, diagnostics, and medical technologies.

Ms. Loots has represented South Africa in numerous international science and health platforms, advocating for stronger African participation in global health innovation systems and equitable access to medicines and medical technologies. She currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Board of the European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP). A strong advocate for women in science, she supports initiatives that strengthen mentorship, research capacity, and opportunities for young African scientists in STEM.