Training the Next Generation of Global Health Scientists: A School of Appropriate Technology for Global Health
2008
Training Future Global Health Scientists
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Peter J. Hotez
Primary Institution: Sabin Vaccine Institute and Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Tropical Medicine, George Washington University Medical Center
Hypothesis
Are we adequately training the next generation of global health scientists to address neglected tropical diseases?
Conclusion
The lack of appropriate training in public health schools may hinder the success of new global health initiatives.
Supporting Evidence
- The Gates Foundation is investing $100 million to improve global health.
- Only 10% of global health research funding addresses neglected diseases.
- Many public health schools lack a focus on microbiology and infectious diseases.
Takeaway
We need to teach young scientists how to use new health technologies to help people in poor countries, or else our efforts might not work.
Limitations
The article discusses the inadequacies of current public health education without providing specific data or studies.
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