Managing and preparing for disease outbreaks
In an increasingly connected world, we face a reality where disease outbreaks can move quickly, cross borders invisibly and affect the most vulnerable communities the hardest. Outbreaks demand rapid, evidence-based response and action.
Our integrated approach
Our integrated research model links discovery, diagnostics, modelling, trials and implementation to strengthen global preparedness for emerging and re-emerging diseases. We bring together leading researchers and partners across:
- Epidemiology and disease modelling
- Vaccine research
- Multi-country trials and human challenge models
- Humanitarian crises
- Social sciences
Diseases we are working on
Our research is advancing understanding of:
- Lassa fever
- Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever
- Other emerging infections such as SARS-CoV-2 and Zika
We also support the development of new diagnostics and vaccine candidates, for onward implementation.
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Climate change and environmental pressures
The climate crisis is reshaping where and how diseases emerge and spread. We combine environmental science, vector biology, digital innovation and health-systems research to turn climate data into actionable health intelligence.
Climate change and environmental pressuresTackling resistance
Antimicrobial and insecticide resistance threaten progress across global health, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. We tackle resistance from molecules to markets, bridging the gap between discovery and implementation.
Tackling resistanceProtecting vulnerable populations
Inequalities mean the most vulnerable populations are often most affected and least able to respond. Equity is at the heart of our mission, and our research focuses on improving health outcomes for the most disadvantaged communities.
Protecting vulnerable populations