Leading research collaborations on chronic diseases worldwide
Find out moreOur key areas
We fund, develop and facilitate innovative research collaborations between low- and middle-income and high-income countries in the fight against chronic diseases.
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Diabetes
One in ten of the world’s population will have type 2 diabetes by 2035.
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Heart Disease
Heart disease is a major contributor to the growing global pandemic of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
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Mental Illnesses
Mental disorders represent an ever-increasing burden, to all ages of the population, challenging mental health and health systems.
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Cancer
A leading cause of chronic-disease related death in the world. More than 30% of cancers are preventable.
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Lung Diseases
Chronic lung diseases such as asthma, lung cancer, and chronic pulmonary obstructive disease.
See what our researchers are working on
Our dedicated teams are involved in many research projects around the globe.
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- Ireland
- Italy
- Spain
- United Kingdom
The TackSHS Project: Tackling second-hand tobacco smoke and e-cigarette emissions: exposure assessment, novel interventions, impact on lung diseases and economic burden in diverse European populations
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- China
Effects of information technology-based tools on long-term self management of diabetic and non-diabetic patients with coronary heart disease
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- India
- Tanzania
- Brazil
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Dementia: International implementation
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- United Kingdom
- Kosovo UN Resolution
- Bosnia & Hercegovina
- Serbia
- Former Yugoslav Republic of Montenegro
Cost Effective Intervention for Patients with Psychotic Disorders in LMICs in South Eastern Europe
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- China
- Sri Lanka
Culturally Appropriate Approach to Improving Health Outcomes
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- New Zealand
Primary Care E-Screening for Mental health among TeTai Tokerau Youth
News and Events
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