Two Years after the Fourth External Review: TDR Moves Forward with a New Vision and Strategy
2008

TDR's New Vision and Strategy for Infectious Diseases

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Robert G. Ridley, Peter Ndumbe, Rolf Korte

Primary Institution: World Health Organization

Conclusion

TDR is adapting its strategy to better address the health needs of impoverished populations and enhance global research efforts on infectious diseases.

Supporting Evidence

  • TDR has been integral in advancing public research interests in infectious diseases.
  • The Fourth External Review led to a new Ten Year Strategy approved by TDR's Joint Coordinating Board.
  • TDR aims to empower researchers from disease-endemic countries to lead research activities.

Takeaway

TDR is changing how it works to help people with diseases that affect poor communities by focusing on their needs and improving research.

Limitations

The article does not specify limitations but acknowledges ongoing challenges faced by TDR.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pntd.0000307

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