This project aims to foster innovation and international collaboration by training twelve young researchers (six each from Democratic Republic of Congo and South Africa) in methodological and statistical skills essential for designing and conducting implementation trials, with a specific focus on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) programs in pediatric settings. A crucial aspect of the project is the establishment of a structured research training program specifically designed for low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).