Neglected Tropical Diseases Information for Researchers

NIAID has a long-standing program of research devoted to better understanding, treating, and preventing neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). NIAID conducts its own basic and clinical studies and supports those of researchers based in the United States and in countries where NTDs are widespread.

Through the information offered here, researchers can learn about the science being conducted at NIAID and by NIAID-funded researchers. Researchers seeking funding can access opportunities to further their own research, while NIAID and NIH grantees can find out about available resources outside of specific funding opportunities. Recent publications, active networks, and ways to connect with other researchers are also available.

Programs & Networks

NIAID partners with leaders in the field of neglected tropical diseases research to better understand the diseases and move forward toward better prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.


Read more about neglected tropical disease programs and networks

Resources for Researchers

NIAID provides a wide range of resources for every stage of the development pathway to facilitate and advance infectious disease research. These include repositories, genomics and bioinformatics services and tools, preclinical studies, and clinical trials. You may request services if you are an investigator in academia, a not-for-profit organization, industry, or government in the United States or worldwide. You need not be a grantee of NIAID or another National Institutes of Health Institute or Center. Look to each resource for further eligibility information.

For researchers developing products such as diagnostics, vaccines, or drug therapies, check out Support for Infectious Disease Product Developers.


See a full list of all neglected tropical diseases resources for research
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