Aims and Objectives
Aim
Our aim is to improve the health and reduce the human disease burden in the developing world. Our research focus is Asia, as many infectious disease threats originate in this area, but many of the principles are globally applicable. We have shown that major improvements in medicine can derive from a well integrated, broad based, multidisciplinary, multinational, clinical and laboratory research network. We aim to inform health policy, change practice, and reduce the mortality from diseases in the tropics.
Strategic Objectives:
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Research:
To conduct research into major health problems which threaten Asia and beyond.
We will focus on a number of research themes, chosen for their public health importance both regionally and globally. -
Developing People:
To develop a critical mass of internationally recognised Asian clinicians and scientists dedicated to the continued development of research capacity in the region and the health of its people.
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Developing Institutions:
To create an integrated and well coordinated network of internationally recognised clinical and laboratory research sites across Asia and beyond, to deliver health advances addressing local and global health needs. To foster long-lasting and integrative collaborations with local institutions and hospitals to build both research and administrative capacity.
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Public Engagement & Outreach:
To engage with the communities who host us and hence inspire and involve current and future generations in medical research.
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Dissemination:
To provide and propagate research evidence of the highest quality and clinical relevance, upon which policy, both locally and globally, can be based.
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Strengthening Governance, Management and Financial Planning:
To build operational excellence through integrated business units, enabling us to continue realising the extraordinary research opportunities of our Network.