Cambodia Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Predicting Application (CAMPRA)

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing public health challenge in Cambodia, driven in part by the inappropriate and delayed use of antibiotics. Healthcare professionals often rely on laboratory test results to guide treatment decisions, but these results are complex, time-consuming to interpret, and not always translated into clear, actionable guidance. As a result, doctors may prescribe antibiotics based on experience rather than evidence, increasing the risk of ineffective treatment, prolonged illness, and the spread of resistant bacteria.In resource-constrained healthcare settings, the lack of decision-support tools further limits the ability to use available data effectively. There is a critical need for a practical, easy-to-use system that can transform laboratory data into timely and understandable insights to support clinical decision-making.Without such tools, inappropriate antibiotic use will continue to undermine patient outcomes and weaken national efforts to control AMR. Addressing this gap is essential to improve the quality of care, optimize antibiotic use, and strengthen Cambodia’s response to Antimicrobial Resistance.

The Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) is a leading public research and education institution in Cambodia dedicated to building a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable digital society. It aims to serve as the national flagship institution for digital technology and innovation by developing digital talent and nurturing innovators to support Cambodia’s digital transformation. CADT’s mission focuses on delivering high-quality higher education and professional training in digital technologies, advancing research and knowledge, and promoting innovation and entrepreneurship to improve academic and societal services. To achieve these goals, CADT operates through three institutes: the Institute of Digital Governance (IDG), which supports digital governance and provides digital skills training for civil servants; the Institute of Digital Technology (IDT), which offers specialized higher education programs to develop digital innovators for the digital economy; and the Institute of Digital Research and Innovation (IDRI), Cambodia’s first dedicated digital research institute, leading R&D to drive digital innovation and entrepreneurship.