Virtual Academy for Education, Research and Enterprise

LSTMโ€™s Virtual Academy connects you with the practical tools, mentorship, and networks you need to advance your global health research career.

From securing funding for research to navigating ethical approval across continents, our Virtual Academy provides the practical support that turns ambitious global health ideas into reality.

Browse through these categories to find the support you need in your research journey.

Securing and managing grants

Navigate the complete grant lifecycle from identifying opportunities to post-award management. Access expert guidance on proposal development, partnership building, and maximising your research impact through LSTM’s enterprise and innovation networks.

Education essentials

Whether you are a postgraduate taught (PGT) or postgraduate research (PGR) student, a supervisor, an early career or experienced academic, you have the opportunity to access comprehensive support for educational excellence and build the skills to develop the next generation of global health leaders.

Research essentials

Master the fundamentals of robust research practice, from ethics and governance to sustainable methodologies. Access world-class facilities, ensure compliance across international contexts, and maximise the reach of your research findings.

Enterprise essentials

Unlock the potential of your ideas through enterprise and innovation. Whether youโ€™re exploring commercialisation or considering launching a spinout, access expert guidance, funding opportunities, and practical tools to translate research into real-world impact.

Advancing your career

LSTM teams support your professional group, from early career development to senior positions. Explore diverse career pathways, access mentorship opportunities, and develop leadership skills.ย 

LSTMโ€™s approach to partnerships and collaboration

Effective partnerships are integral to LSTM fulfilling its mission and delivering impactful research. We strive to ensure these partnerships are equitable, recognising the historical and inherent power imbalances that disadvantage partners in low resource settings.