Beyond Borders: Financing Neglected Tropical Diseases for Global Health Equity
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Despite significant advances in global health, neglected tropical diseases remain a critical challenge requiring innovative approaches to research, development, and treatment accessibility. The complex interplay between research funding, drug development, and equitable access demands new frameworks for international cooperation. This panel brings together researchers from India and Germany to examine how financing mechanisms, research prioritization, and diplomatic frameworks can be transformed to address neglected tropical diseases more effectively. The discussion explores evidence-based approaches to strengthen global commitments across the entire spectrum – from basic research to drug development and equitable access to treatments.
The panel discussion is a part of the Global Health Summit Regional Meeting 2025, New Delhi.
Speakers
- Dr. Thirumalaisamy P. Velavan, Professor and Academic Counsellor, University of Tuebingen and Coordinator, PAN ASEAN Coalition for Epidemic and Outbreak Preparedness (PACE-UP)
- Dr. Bhupendra Tripathi, Deputy Director, Infectious Diseases and Vaccine Delivery, India Country Office, Gates Foundation
- Professor Mujaheed Shaikh, Professor of Health Governance, Hertie School Berlin (moderator)
Event Information
April 25, 2025
New Delhi
Organizer(s): DWIH New Delhi in cooperation with Hertie School