Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Values
1. Research Excellence
We uphold the highest standards of research quality, rigor, and ethics.
2. Innovation
We embrace creativity, novel technologies, and forward-thinking approaches to address emerging Geohealth challenges.
3. Equity and Inclusion
We champion diversity, fairness, and meaningful participation of all groups, especially underrepresented and vulnerable populations.
4. Teamwork and Integrity
We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where collective efforts lead to greater impact, acting with honesty, fairness, and consistency in all research and engagements.
Principles
1. Transparency and Accountability
We maintain openness in our processes, share our findings responsibly, and hold ourselves answerable to our stakeholders.
2. Capacity Building
We are committed to strengthening human and institutional capabilities in environment-health across Africa.
3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration
We bring together diverse expertise across health, environment and policy to deliver integrated solutions.
Who We Are
Based at Midlands State University, Place Alert Labs (PALs) is an African-led environment-health research laboratory at the forefront of a critical intersection: where human health and environment meet. We utilize advanced Geographical Information Science (GISc) to transform complex spatial and health data into actionable insights that guide policy, empower communities, and protect public health in Africa's toughest health and climate challenges.
Our approach is grounded in collaboration, co-design/creation with communities, policymakers, and institutions to ensure our work is relevant, inclusive, and drives real-world impact. We are dedicated to cultivating the next generation of African leaders through education and mentorship, ensuring a sustainable legacy of health and resilience.