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Research and training in tropical diseases
T Godal1, H C Goodman, A Lucas
1World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland.
World Health Forum
|March 2, 1999
Summary
This article reviews the World Health Organization's Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR) since 1975. It details TDR's contributions to combating neglected tropical diseases globally.
Area of Science:
- Global Health
- Tropical Medicine
- Disease Research
Background:
- Established in 1975, the World Health Organization's Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR) addresses critical health challenges.
- Tropical diseases disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, necessitating targeted research and intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR) activities.
- To highlight TDR's impact on tropical disease research and training since its inception.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of TDR's historical documents and publications.
- Analysis of TDR's program evolution and key initiatives.
Main Results:
- TDR has significantly advanced research and development for numerous tropical diseases.
- The program has fostered capacity building in tropical disease research across endemic regions.
Conclusions:
- The Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR) has been instrumental in advancing global health.
- Continued investment in TDR is crucial for sustained progress against tropical diseases.