Novartis Institute for Tropical Diseases
Novartis Institute for Tropical Diseases
The Novartis Institute for Tropical Diseases (NITD) is a research institute dedicated to the discovery and development of novel therapies for tropical diseases. It is part of the Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, which is the global pharmaceutical research organization of Novartis.
History[edit | edit source]
The Novartis Institute for Tropical Diseases was established in 2002 in Singapore. The institute was founded with the mission to address the unmet medical needs of patients suffering from tropical diseases, particularly those affecting populations in developing countries.
Research Focus[edit | edit source]
NITD focuses on several key tropical diseases, including malaria, dengue fever, and tuberculosis. The institute aims to discover new drugs and therapies that can effectively treat these diseases and improve the quality of life for affected individuals.
Malaria[edit | edit source]
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected mosquitoes. NITD conducts research to develop new antimalarial drugs that can overcome resistance to existing treatments.
Dengue Fever[edit | edit source]
Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection that causes flu-like symptoms and can develop into severe dengue, which is a leading cause of serious illness and death in some Asian and Latin American countries. NITD is involved in the discovery of antiviral compounds that can inhibit the replication of the dengue virus.
Tuberculosis[edit | edit source]
Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body. NITD's research efforts are directed towards finding new antibiotics that can treat drug-resistant strains of TB.
Collaborations[edit | edit source]
NITD collaborates with various academic institutions, non-governmental organizations, and other research entities to advance its research goals. These collaborations are essential for sharing knowledge, resources, and expertise in the fight against tropical diseases.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The work conducted at the Novartis Institute for Tropical Diseases has contributed to the global effort to combat tropical diseases. By focusing on drug discovery and development, NITD aims to provide new treatment options that are accessible and affordable for patients in need.
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