The Future of TDR: It Will Share the R&D Landscape with Other National and Multilateral Agencies
2008

The Future of TDR: It Will Share the R&D Landscape with Other National and Multilateral Agencies

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Author Information

Author(s): Mbewu Anthony

Primary Institution: Medical Research Council of South Africa

Conclusion

TDR is poised to realize its vision of fostering an effective global research effort on infectious diseases of poverty with strong partnerships in disease-endemic countries.

Supporting Evidence

  • TDR has drawn heavily on the recommendations of its external reviews to shape its strategy.
  • TDR's new vision emphasizes the importance of addressing the needs of 'needy populations'.
  • TDR is focusing on research and development for very neglected diseases that others are not addressing adequately.
  • TDR has established collaborations with national research institutions to enhance research capacity.

Takeaway

TDR is changing how it works to help fight diseases in poor countries by teaming up with others and focusing on what is really needed.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pntd.0000309

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