Research | we do

Swiss TPH covers a wide range of research activities in the field of parasitology, infection biology, health systems and public health. The Department Medical Parasitology and Infection Biology has a strong scientific expertise in infection and parasite biology. Newly gained knowledge is used to develop new drugs and vaccines. The Department Epidemiology and Public Health analyses disease and health systems in relation to their molecular, social, ecological and cultural environment. The Medicine Department provides strong Clinical Research expertise.

Innovation - Validation - Application

Research into poverty-related diseases such as malaria, sleeping sickness or tuberculosis has been part of Swiss TPH's role since the organisation was founded. New knowledge flows into the development of diagnostics, compounds and vaccines and into prevention. Other key issues are the monitoring and modelling of non-communicable diseases, the assessment of the impact of environmental exposures or measures to strengthen health systems.

Partnerships

Research at Swiss TPH emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches and both national and international partnerships. This approach to collaboration ensures the best possible use of our experience and facilities for innovation, validation and applications to improve the health of populations

18.12.2018

Research | we do

Research News

Buruli Ulcer: Promising New Drug Candidate Against a Forgotten Disease

Modelling for New Schistosomiasis Treatment Thresholds

Fexinidazole - First All-Oral Treatment for Sleeping Sickness Approved