The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) has announced its appointment of a new Head of Programme of the Union India Office, Dr Archana Beri.
Archana is a physician-scientist, clinical microbiologist and public health leader with over two decades of experience strengthening diagnostic and laboratory systems globally. Her expertise span infectious diseases, laboratory medicine, clinical microbiology, Diagnostic Network Optimisation, laboratory quality systems, laboratory-based surveillance, biosafety, and public health programme implementation.
Archana contributions have supported major programmes in tuberculosis, HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and global health security.
Dr Kavindhran Velen, Chief Scientific Officer of The Union, said: “This is a vital role that will enhance the brilliant momentum that has been generated across our programmes in India and drive us to achieve future success.
“We are confident Archana is the ideal person for us and the challenge ahead.”
Prior to joining The Union, Archana served as Principal Scientist and Global Lead for Diagnostic Network Optimisation at FIND, where she led multi-country programmes across Asia and provided technical leadership to global initiatives. Her work has focused on expanding equitable access to quality diagnostics through data-informed planning, AI-enabled tools and innovative laboratory system-strengthening approaches.
Dr Archana Beri, Head of Programme, Union India Office, said: “I’m thrilled to have joined The Union, because it is an organisation with a long-standing commitment to advancing science, staying deeply connected to what matters most in public health: improving people’s lives.
“What excites me most is the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, evidence-driven work that supports countries, strengthens health systems, and translates technical expertise into real public health impact.”
Archana has collaborated with leading national and international institutions, partners, and donors, including the Indian Council of Medical Research, Government of India; Ministries of Health across multiple countries; the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; the National Institutes of Health; the University of Manitoba; The Global Fund; the World Health Organization; the Global Laboratory Initiative; the Stop TB Partnership; the Gates Foundation; and other global health partners.