IPB University’s Center for Transdisciplinary and Sustainability Sciences (CTSS) was appointed by the Tahija Foundation to study management, leadership and governance aspects in the AWED Study project (Applying Wolbachia to Eliminate Dengue). CTSS IPB University conducted in-depth interviews with the parties related to the AWED study project. The study results found a provisional conclusion that, in addition to the science innovation factor, the program was successful due to the support of stakeholders in its implementation.