Pathway to Global Health Research Strategic Plan 2008-2012. The John E. Fogarty International Center Advancing Scienc for Global Health

摘要

The Fogarty International Center enters its fifth decade with a new strategic plan Pathways to Global Health Research. Inspired by the desire of all humankind to live a long and healthy life, Fogarty sees opportunities for addressing and resolving major global health problems by conducting research at places where those diseases are especially problematic, because of genetic, environmental or other causes. Such a strategy in our increasingly connected world stands to benefit people everywhere, whether they live in developed or low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This strategy is embodied in Fogartys vision. Crucial to this ideal of taking science where the problems are is having the people and resources in place around the globe to do the work. This new strategic plan proposes ways to build upon decades of Fogarty research and research training programs focused in LMICs that have resulted in the growth of a worldwide community of global health scientists who have made remarkable advances and discoveries and become leaders in the research enterprise. It describes strategies to address global health disparities through the development of new tools to apply evidence-based knowledge. Ultimately what is learned abroad from these research and training activities will come home to help all Americans as well.