Step inside RAMSRI,
where science transforms lives

  • Vision

To become the leading medical research institution in Africa, employing nuclear techniques to promote general human health.

  • Mission

To advance research in radiation medicine, cancer treatment, diagnostic molecular biology, medical imaging, and nutrition for improved healthcare delivery, while contributing to public health using nuclear and isotopic techniques to combat diseases and support national development.

  • Core Functions
  • Advance research in radiation medicine and cancer treatment.
  • Provide specialised medical services for patients with cancer and other degenerative diseases in Ghana.
  • Support biomedical research through the application of stable isotopes and radioisotopes.
  • Develop nuclear imaging techniques to improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
  • Serve as a national centre for radiation emergencies, delivering prompt and coordinated medical response to radiation-exposed individuals.
  • Promote public health and reduce disease burden through molecular methods and isotope-based techniques.
  • Strengthen human capital through education, training, and capacity building in nuclear and medical sciences.
  • History

The Radiological and Medical Sciences Research Institute (RAMSRI) is a specialised centre advancing public health through the strategic application of nuclear science. Established in January 2009 as the fourth of seven research institutes under the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC), RAMSRI combines research, innovation, and specialised services to address some of Ghana’s and Africa’s most pressing health challenges.

The Institute conducts cutting-edge research and provides services in radiation medicine, diagnostic imaging, molecular and nuclear diagnostics, and public health. It also serves as a national hub for radiation emergency response and biomedical investigations using isotopic and radiological techniques.

Over the years, RAMSRI has evolved into a multidisciplinary centre recognised for its leadership in cancer research, biomedical imaging, biological dosimetry, and targeted public health initiatives. Its achievements include training International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) fellows in diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine, building capacity in molecular techniques, and collaborating to establish Ghana’s first M.Sc. in Applied Human Nutrition and Nuclear Techniques at the University of Ghana.

Through strong partnerships with national and international institutions, RAMSRI drives innovation, strengthens health systems, and contributes to national efforts in cancer awareness, radiation safety, and capacity building.